SEG Launches Annual School Donation Program

Southeastern Grocers Inc., is launching its third annual in-store community donation program benefiting more than 420 K-12 schools and school districts throughout the Southeast. Through Aug. 29, customers can donate $1, $5 or round up their purchase at checkout to help fund vital school resources and educational programs to ensure a successful start to the new school year.

Customers can also support their local schools and help better the environment by purchasing a Community Bag with a Giving Tag for $2.99 at all Fresco y Más, Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie stores. With each reusable bag purchase, $1 will go directly to the store’s chosen school or school district.

Raymond Rhee, Chief People Officer for Southeastern Grocers, said, “We firmly believe a strong community is built on the foundation of education. Through this community donation program, we are not only providing students with the tools they need, we’re also fostering a sense of togetherness and support within our neighborhoods.

“Every contribution makes a significant impact as we work together to build brighter futures for our youth – our future leaders – and in turn, nurture thriving communities for generations to come.”

As part of SEG’s continued commitment to furthering education, the grocer recently awarded 28 full- and part-time associates with college scholarships totaling $84,000. The SEG Scholarship Program has provided $212,000 in scholarships since its inception in 2020.

Interested associates with at least six months of tenure and a high school diploma or equivalent degree are encouraged to apply for the scholarship program. Each of this year’s 28 deserving scholarship recipients received $3,000 to help cover their expenses for the upcoming semester.

Additionally, with the National Retail Federation expecting a new record high spend this back-to-school season, SEG is helping customers stretch their wallets. SEG’s line of Own Brand products offers more than 8,000 quality items – including school essentials, delicious breakfast options and easy to pack lunch options – and provides an average savings of 20% compared to national brand products.

Customers can also find additional savings through Winn-Dixie’s “Down Down” program, offering lower prices on more than 150 commonly shopped items each season to help customers save more than 15 percent on average at their neighborhood store. Through the grocer’s “Down Down” program, customers can find discounted items marked with a red hand on signs and tags throughout Winn-Dixie stores.

Similarly, items marked with yellow and green signage at Fresco y Más and Harveys Supermarket are part of the “Low Price” and “Low Low Price” programs providing families with deep discounts for back-to-school shopping.

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