The Albertsons Companies Foundation along with Albertsons Executives announced today the distribution of charity dollars from the Mondelez Tickets Support Charity Program by which 100% of all ticket sales from the 35th annual Albertsons Boise Open presented by Chevron were given to local charities.
Forty local, Treasure Valley charities received donations from the event thanks to the Mondelez Tickets Support Charity Program which allowed ticket purchasers to choose which local charity would receive 100% of the money from their ticket purchase. Albertsons Senior Vice President, Merchandising and Marketing, Sean Heryet, and Mondelez Customer Business Lead, Ryan Clayeux, and Customer Category Manager, Karen Sterbutzel-Massey, met with 5 of the 40 benefitting charities today to hand deliver their donations:
In total, the 2024 Albertsons Boise Open presented by Chevron generated more than $3 Million for Charities. The Albertsons Companies Foundation will continue to distribute funds from the 2024 Albertsons Boise Open presented by Chevron throughout the year. “Albertsons and the Albertsons Companies Foundation are delighted with the incredible success of the 2024 Albertsons Boise Open presented by Chevron. The substantial funds raised for local charities are a testament to the unwavering support of our community, dedicated sponsors, and committed volunteers,” said Albertsons Division President, John Colgrove. “We have been proud to support Treasure Valley charities through the Mondelez Tickets Support Charity program in such a significant way.” The representatives from the local charities in attendance were very excited about the positive impact the funds will have on their organizations. The Disabled American Veterans of Idaho and the Idaho Humane Society are two examples of organizations that will be able to greatly extend their services due to the increase in funding. "On behalf of the Idaho Disabled American Veterans, I would like to thank Albertsons for their continued support through the Albertsons Boise Open presented by Chevron and the Mondelez Tickets Support Charity program who have greatly assisted many nonprofits. The DAV is forever thankful to our community for selecting us as their recipient of funding. These monies will assist hundreds of veterans through Idaho by allowing the continued “Volunteer” services that the DAV provides. During the year of 2024, over 4300 veterans were provided free assistance ranging from rides to and from their medical appointments, receiving wheelchairs, beds, ADA ramps, and even rides to and from social events. The DAV is able to provide much needed help in our veterans healing process, but we can only do this with the help of our partners like Albertsons and the Albertsons Boise Open presented by Chevron. What you provide with your generous donations, is hope and success. I thank you with all my heart,” said Owen Spurling, Commander, DAV Idaho. “As the rising cost of pet care continues to impact families across the U.S., the demand for assistance has reached unprecedented levels,” said Dr. Jeff Rosenthal, CEO of the Idaho Humane Society. “We are deeply honored to receive this funding, made possible by the compassion of our community and the generosity of Albertsons, the Albertsons Boise Open presented by Chevron and the Mondelez Tickets Support Charity program. These vital funds enable us to provide essential care and shelter to more than 10,000 animals each year, meeting the growing need for services. Together, we are helping families stay united with their beloved pets and offering second chances to animals in need.” The 36th annual Albertsons Boise Open presented by Chevron will take place August 14-17, and again feature four days of Korn Ferry Tour golf and 3 nights of amazing concerts at Hillcrest Country Club. The tournament has hosted many of the best golfers in the world over the years on their way to PGA TOUR stardom including current PGA TOUR stars Scottie Scheffler, Xander Schauffele, Patrick Cantlay, Justin Thomas, Max Homa, Victor Hovland, Wyndham Clark and many more. The concerts will be held at Hillcrest CC on the 18th fairway and will start immediately after golf concludes on August 14-16. Concert admission is included with the purchase of daily tickets and four-day passes - there will not be any additional charges or upgraded tickets needed to enjoy the concerts after golf. The concerts are sponsored by Smithfield Foods on Thursday, Tyson Foods on Friday and Wayne Sanderson Farms on Saturday. 100% of ticket sales will go to local Treasure Valley charities thanks to the Mondelez Tickets Support Charity Program. All tickets will include admission to the golf tournament by day and concerts at night. For more information, please visit www.AlbertsonsBoiseOpen.com Comments are closed.
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