Community Spotlight: Publix Super Markets Charities Presents Check to United Way

Left to Right: Philip Brown, President of U.W. of Manatee; Bruce Body, Chair of UWMC Board of Directors; Brian West, Publix Charities Rep.

BRADENTON – Through its volunteer efforts and financial contributions, Publix Super Markets and its employees continue to make an impact in Manatee County. With 15 stores, Publix is United Way’s largest contributing company in Manatee County. For the 2013-2014 Annual Campaign Publix and its employees pledged a total amount of $722,388.

On May 20, Publix Super Markets Charities presented a check to the United Way of Manatee County for $299,500. This check represents the company’s corporate match.

Please join United Way of Manatee County in recognizing Publix for their accomplishments. Their generous support of the community and never-ending philanthropic efforts continue to a make tremendous difference, helping those who need it most.

The United Way of Manatee County helps to create a stronger community where all residents have the opportunity to thrive. Focusing our efforts on Education, Income and Health, United Way makes an impact on those who need it most. United Way fortifies the cornerstones of our community while approaching underlying causes of these issues in a holistic manner to create deep, lasting change. To achieve the greatest impact, the United Way develops diverse resources and partnerships and then applies consolidated efforts into precise programs that contribute to improving the quality of life for individuals. For additional information on the campaign, please contact Angela Moore at amoore@uwmc.net or 941-748-1313.