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24/7 Travel Store is proud to announce the successful conclusion of its Food Bank Fill campaign, raising over $48,000 to support local food banks. Customers, team members and local communities generously contributed $26,083.84, which was matched by the company to reach a total of $48,188.34.

“We are deeply grateful for the support we have received across all of our locations,” said Jackie Hynes, Director of Marketing at 24/7 Travel Store. “This campaign truly demonstrated the power of community and the importance of coming together for a common cause. We are particularly proud of the teamwork in Russell, Hays and Goodland, where communities went above and beyond to achieve a full matching contribution. Our Colby location has also demonstrated exceptional community engagement, with representatives from its food banks actively engaging with local residents to drive participation. Their efforts went beyond simply applying to the registry, embodying the spirit of true community involvement.

Hays contributed $6,550.04 to the St. Joseph Food Pantry, helping local families access the food and resources they need during the holiday season. The Hays team worked closely with the community, encouraging donations and raising awareness about the impact of food insecurity.

Renée Michaud, coordinator of the St-Joseph pantry, shared her gratitude: “On behalf of everyone we serve, I would like to express our gratitude for the September 24/7 refill campaign. The incredible generosity of the Hays community and its 24/7 patrons allowed us to reach the maximum for 2024! The money raised will go a long way toward supporting hunger relief needs in our community throughout the holidays. Thanks again.