CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. — Local Publix managers recently presented a check for $124,594 to United Way of the Greater Clarksville Region for the 2016-2017 Annual Community Campaign.
The total, a 7% increase over last year’s giving, represents total employee contributions of $71,194 as well as Publix Supermarkets Charities’ matching contribution of $53,400.
Local employee support reflects Publix’s strong charitable spirit with an extraordinary level of campaign participation and average annual contribution per associate. Of approximately 204 local employees contributed to the campaign and 27 of those were Cumberland Society leadership donors, each giving $1,000 or more. Publix is United Way of the Greater Clarksville Region’s second largest contributing workplace partner and sets the bar for total workplace commitment. David Meddick, Madison Commons Store Manager and local United Way Board Member, shares this dedication.
“My team and I are proud to be in partnership with our local United Way family. It is truly a privilege to be able to assist in our community’s needs,” said Meddick.
In addition to campaign support, both stores devote considerable time and resources to partner with United Way as dedicated volunteers and community advocates.
“Visit a Publix Super Market and you will be immersed in its sense of community. From a warm, friendly greeting to the tremendous impact of their collective support, Publix and its associates are committed to bettering the lives of others. Because of their generosity, United Way can advance the success of local programs meeting critical human needs. As a voice for those served, I extended immeasurable gratitude to our local Publix champions who join in our fight for the education, health and financial stability of residents,” said Ginna Holleman, local United Way CEO.
Publix is nationally recognized as one of the leading donors to United Way. In 2016, Publix associates pledged a total of $35.5 million across the regional communities it serves. Combined with a $26.5 million match from Publix Super Markets Charities, a total of $62 million was given to United Way to be invested in the local communities where it was raised.
For more information on workplace giving campaigns or volunteer opportunities, please call United Way of the Greater Clarksville Region at 931-647-4291 or visit the website, www.liveunitedclarksville.org.