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Hy-Vee DESCRIPTION CONTACT NAME Pat Hensley EMAIL PHONE 515-267-2800 OFFICE ADDRESS 5820 Westown Pkwy West Des Moines, IA 50266 TYPE OF WORK Hy-Vee ranks among the top 20 supermarket chains in the United States. Hy-Vee supports Iowan's well-being through their network of Registered Dietitians, their Seasons Online Magazine, and their Get Growing website. Hy-Vee's philanthropy encompasses financial contributions to hundreds of causes, leadership roles in non-profit organizations and one-on-one volunteer contacts in the community. The company’s autonomous structure fosters a spirit of entrepreneurship that allows stores to custom- tailor their contributions to meet the needs of their communities. At the corporate level, Hy-Vee’s giving focuses on the support of organizations that provide for the general well-being of children in regard to their physical, emotional, educational and cultural needs. Hy-Vee partners with Variety, the Children's Charity on the Cash for Kids program, which brings together grocery wholesalers, retailers, manufacturers and food brokers in a coupon redemption program to raise funds for children. Other events, activities and programs raise additional funds each year. Hy- Vee also supports the disaster relief work of the Red Cross through corporate donations and through partnerships between Hy-Vee stores and local Red Cross chapters. Corporate COUNTIES Activities Statewide HOW TO HELP Organizations that are fighting hunger in Iowa are encouraged to contact the manager at their local Hy-Vee store to explore opportunities for collaboration through employee volunteerism or donations. Individuals and groups can partner with Hy-Vee in supporting the Red Cross through the annual Hero's Game. Page | 289