Superior Grocers and Its Foundation Raises Over $600,000 for Local Communities & Schools

Los Angeles, CA, November 08, 2011 --(PR.com)-- In 2011, Superior Foundation awarded scholarships to over 20 schools and non-profit organizations. Schools were selected based on needs assessment and the selection process was also coordinated with various government agencies. They are pleased to have cooperated with Los Angeles County offices, Board of Supervisors, Los Angeles City Council and many other city officials throughout Southern California communities. L.A. County Supervisor Gloria Molina, as a participant in selecting a couple of schools, said, “I’m tremendously encouraged with the kind of contribution Superior Grocers is making in the community on various levels…we are impressed when it happens in our community and we know it goes to very deserving organizations.”

Their annual fundraiser event is very well supported by Superior Grocers’ sponsors. “We are very proud and appreciative of our sponsors and their continued participation,” said Mimi Song, President & CEO of Superior Grocers. “Every year for the last 14 years, we have been able to provide scholarships to many schools in our communities. This event is all about serving our Southern California communities and supporting children’s educational programs.”

As one of the keynote speakers at the event, Scholarship recipient, Dr. Lisa Romero, Principal of Fontana High School, was honored to be one of the recipients. “I think especially in this time of a budget shortage, it is really critical that we have partners in the business community. We were lucky enough to get this terrific generous contribution. We need technology in the classroom…to really bring us up to 21st century standards and enhanced learning for all the kids,” commented Dr. Romero.

Superior Grocers has been bringing its vendor partners together at their annual golf tournament for 14 years. With their ongoing support throughout the years, Superior Foundation has been able to donate over $2.1million dollars to over 270 schools and non-profit organizations in Southern California communities.

Superior Foundation will continue working with the local community in order to continue its commitment and support of Education throughout Southern California.

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