Food City Customers Donate Over $391,000 to Aid Middle Tennessee Tornado Relief Efforts
Abingdon, VA. -
Thursday, Mar 12, 2020.
In the wake of the devastation caused by the tornadoes in Middle Tennessee, Food City teamed up with WCYB, WVLT and WTVC to host a fundraising campaign to benefit relief efforts.The initiative included all Virginia, Tennessee, and Georgia Food City locations. Customers wishing to provide assistance were given the opportunity to make a monetary donation at the checkouts. “The lives…
Food City Recognizes Divisional Winners for Outstanding Community Service
Abingdon, VA. -
Wednesday, Mar 11, 2020.
Food City’s retail supermarket chain annually recognizes outstanding volunteerism among their associates through their Claude P. Varney Volunteer Recognition Program. The creation of the program came in response to President Bush’s call to boost volunteer efforts through corporate support. During a June 2002 White House meeting, President Bush met with corporate leaders from organizations across the nation and key White…
Food City Supports Virginia Highlands Diesel Mechanic Certification Program
Abingdon, VA. -
Monday, Mar 9, 2020.
Earlier today, the Abingdon, VA based Food City Distribution Center donated a retired diesel semi-truck to Virginia Highlands Community College in Abingdon, VA. “We are excited to have the opportunity to assist our local community college in increasing their educational offerings to benefit our area students and the community as a whole,” says Steven C. Smith, Food City president and…
Food City Fundraising Campaign to Aid Middle Tennessee Tornado Relief Efforts
Abingdon, VA. -
Wednesday, Mar 4, 2020.
In the wake of the devastation caused by the recent tornadoes in Middle Tennessee, Food City announced plans to team up with WCYB, WVLT and WTVC to host a fundraising campaign to benefit relief efforts. Food City has also pledged a $10,000 contribution to kick off the drive. “The lives of many of our friends and neighbors have been devastated…
Tammy Baumgardner Named Food City Senior Manager of Public Relations
Abingdon, VA. -
Monday, Mar 2, 2020.
Food City recently announced the appointment of Tammy Baumgardner to the newly created position of Senior Manager of Public Relations. Baumgardner brings more than 32 years of industry knowledge and experience to this key role, including 22 years in media and community relations.“Tammy’s broad experience inside our organization makes her uniquely qualified for this very important role. As we continue…
Food City Recognizes District Winners for Outstanding Volunteerism
Abingdon, VA. -
Friday, Feb 28, 2020.
During a June 2002 White House meeting, President Bush met with corporate leaders from organizations across the nation and key White House staff members to discuss objectives for his Businesses Strengthening America volunteerism campaign. Steve Smith, Food City president and chief executive officer was among the select group. Following the White House session, Smith administered the creation of Food City’s…
Food City Check Presentation to Epilepsy Foundation in Honor of National Pharmacist Day
Abingdon, VA. -
Thursday, Jan 9, 2020.
In honor of National Pharmacist Day, which will take place on Sunday, January 12th and our dedicated team of over 250 Food City Pharmacists, we're proud to make a $2,500 donation to Epilepsy Foundation of Southeast Tennessee in Chattanooga, TN.Founded in 1977, the Epilepsy Foundation of Southeast Tennessee is the only organization in the greater Chattanooga and North Georgia area…
John Jones Named TGCSA 2020 Retailer of the Year
Abingdon, VA. -
Wednesday, Dec 18, 2019.
John Jones, Executive Vice President/Director of Store Operations for Food City’s retail grocery chain was just named 2020 Retailer of the Year by Tennessee Grocers & Convenience Store Association. Each year, TGCSA selects one outstanding Tennessee retailer who exemplifies the high standards of integrity and efficiency upon which the organization was founded to be named Retailer of the Year. TGCSA…
Food City Supports Feeding American Southwest Virginia
Abingdon, VA. -
Wednesday, Dec 18, 2019.
Yesterday, Food City presented a check in the amount of $25,000 to Feeding America Southwest Virginia to help fund the purchase of a new cargo van. Equipped with a special racking system, the van will be used to transport fresh meals and/or “super snacks” to area children who are at-risk of hunger. Feeding American Southwest Virginia works with approximately 15 different…
Food City Recognizes Associates for Outstanding Volunteerism
Abingdon, VA. -
Monday, Dec 9, 2019.
Food City is well-known for their superior customer service and vast community involvement within their operational areas. In keeping with their exemplary service standards, each year Food City recognizes outstanding volunteerism among their associates through their Claude P. Varney Volunteer Recognition Program.“As a company, we strive to maintain a high level of dedication to service, quality, value and community involvement,…
