Rutter’s and Rutter’s Children’s Charities donations reached a new high of $1.8 million in 2023.
“The combined efforts of Rutter’s and Rutter’s Children’s Charities to support our communities is incredible, and we’re hopeful 2024 will be an even bigger year for charitable giving,” said Chris Hartman, vice president of fuels, advertising and development.
The donations went to a variety of organizations. Among the donations was $100,000 to Pennsylvania Wounded Warriors. “We hold immense gratitude for those who have selflessly served to protect our nation,” said Hartman. Pennsylvania Wounded Warriors provides financial assistance to veterans and their families to help pay for housing, utilities, transportation, medical expenses and other expenses.
Another program was 100k for the Holidays. Rutter’s Children’s Charities donated $25,000 to four groups that have a focus on benefiting children. This year’s recipients were Blair Regional YMCA, Centre County Youth Service Bureau, Chambersburg Fire and Police and York County Children’s Advocacy Center.
At the end of the year, Rutter’s held its annual toy drive. Employees donated a total of 596 toys, which were split between the Salvation Army and the Mount Alto Fire Department. Rutter’s Children’s Charities matched $10 for each toy that was donated, meaning both organizations received 298 toys and $2,980.
Much of Rutter’s Children’s Charities giving was fueled by its annual golf outing. In 2023, the event raised $900,000.
Rutter’s charitable giving in 2023 also included over $390,000 to the Central PA Food Bank’s Retail Donation Program in the form of prepared subs, sandwiches, bakery items, milk and tea products.
Some of Rutter’s other annual charitable efforts include its charity cannister program and $550,000 in Educational Improvement Tax Credit donations.
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The GATE Foundation Annual Charity Golf Tournament Raises $215,000
The GATE Foundation, the philanthropic affiliate of GATE Petroleum Company, raised $215,000 to benefit Camp Boggy Creek at its annual charity golf tournament. Monies were raised through fundraising activities as well as through sponsorships and registrations for the 300-player event. Funds from the two-day event will support a free summer camp for children with serious illnesses.
Maverik Raises Over $573K for Feeding America
Maverik raised $323,254 for Feeding America through its annual Round Up Your Change campaign. Maverik’s donations will be distributed to 16 Feeding America partner food banks across the 12 Western states where Maverik operates. The funds are in addition to Maverik’s direct donation of $250,000, which was made in October to kick off the campaign.
Nittany MinitMart Raises Funds for Local Animal Shelters
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NACS Stuffs Baskets for Local Food Drive
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