KJ’s Super Storesdonates $40,000 for childhood nutrition

KJ’s Super Stores donated $40,000 to the Idaho Foodbank last week.

The gift was the result of customers “giving a little extra” to provide hunger relief to their neighbors in need.

“We are truly gratified by the public’s response to our campaign,” said Jake Hansen, Regional President for KJ’s Super Stores. “We are committed to giving back to the communities where we do business, and this campaign was something we felt very strongly about. Based on the results, I would say our customers did too.”

The 19 stores in Idaho, Wyoming, Nevada and Utah collected a total of $20,000 between January 15 and 25. That number was then matched by KJ’s Super Stores for a total donation of $40,000.

“This is exactly the kind of corporate commitment we like to see and encourage,” said Karen Vauk, President and CEO of The Idaho Foodbank. “Every dollar that was collected will provide food for 5 meals, and that will have a significant impact on the people we serve.”

The donation will be directed to childhood nutrition programs such as School Pantry and Backpack statewide.