Giant Food raising funds for childhood cancer awareness

Giant Food launched its 17th annual fundraising program to support pediatric cancer research initiatives during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Giant aims to raise at least $2 million throughout the eight-week program, running through Friday, Oct. 8, from the sale of $5 coupon books valued at over $30. All funds raised will be donated to Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center and the Children’s Cancer Foundation Inc. to support ongoing cancer research.

Since the program’s inception in 2005, Giant Food has raised more than $25.7 million for pediatric cancer research. During the campaign, Giant customers can participate by purchasing a coupon book at their local store. New this year, Giant Delivers and Pickup customers also have the option to make a donation of $1, $3 or $5 at online checkout.

"We are privileged to support the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center and the Children's Cancer Foundation in furthering their pediatric cancer research efforts," said Ira Kress, president of Giant Food. “The campaign and its success each year would not be possible without the support of our customers and associates. The Giant family is excited to again join together with our communities to raise awareness and funds to support these two local organizations and the crucial work they do in researching, treating and eradicating childhood cancer.”

“Through our collaboration with Giant Food, we continue to work side by side to raise awareness while driving tomorrow’s advancements in childhood cancer research and patient care,” said Donald Small, MD, PhD, director of pediatric oncology at Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center. “The annual pediatric cancer fundraising program highlights the experience of our brave young patients, while also providing critically needed funds that allow our clinicians and researchers to develop personalized treatment options that lead to improved outcomes, and ultimately, cures. We remain ever grateful for the partnership of Giant Food and look forward to all that we will accomplish – together.”