Guest blog written by Zupan’s Markets.
Officer Phil Kent and Mike Zupan
Zupan’s loves good food. When we started 35 years ago, our goal was to always provide people with the best of the best, whether it’s meat, wines, the freshest produce available, baked goods, or flowers. In tandem with this purpose, we’ve also been committed to helping families and individuals in the Portland area that are struggling financially, especially those that find it difficult to adequately feed and clothe their families. Especially in tough economic times like we’re facing today, everyone is being affected in some way.
We’re proud partner with the Sunshine Division. It’s one of those organizations that is changing lives daily in our city. Says President Mike Zupan, “The Portland Police Department’s Sunshine Division is a longstanding organization that helps feed Portland families, and it’s a natural partnership for us. We’re happy to be involved with The Sunshine Division and have been for over a decade.”
Zupan’s supports the Sunshine Division year round. Our annual Taste of Zupan’s event proceeds go straight to feeding hungry families delicious Thanksgiving boxes. We also do a holiday season food drive and provide monthly food donations. And every spring, we launch the Ray of Hope food drive. And through April 30th, this annual food drive is happening! This is our 11th year doing this, and the goal is to collect 35,000 pounds of food in one month’s time. It’s easy for you to help! The next time you’re shopping at Zupan’s, put a few extra canned goods in your cart, then simply drop them in the blue barrel at the store. Or you can purchase a $5 or $10 pre-packaged bag to donate to the Sunshine Division. Plus, for each Natural Directions item you purchase, Natural Directions will match it with a donation to the Sunshine Division.
Zupan’s has three locations in Portland. Stop in today and become a part of what the Sunshine Division and Zupan’s are doing to help local families and individuals in need.