Mariano's makes donations to food pantry and library
On Wednesday morning, Mariano's President Don Rosanova presented checks in the amount of $2,500 to the Vernon Township Food Pantry and Vernon Area Public Library to boost their work in the communities they serve.
Rosanova commented on Mariano's ongoing commitment to alleviate hunger. The stores regularly contribute to the Vernon Township Pantry, which currently serves more than 400 households, including senior citizens and single-parent families. "People are struggling to make ends meet," explained Township Supervisor Daniel Didech.
Case worker Nancy Urice talked about the growth of Vernon Township pantry supplies, aided by donations like those from Mariano's as well as from the library, where a community-tended vegetable garden yields produce throughout the growing season. Now in its sixth year, the library garden has benefited many local families with fresh vegetables.
Rosanova also talked about the importance of libraries as resources for job hunters, destinations for learning and points of access to information for all. Janice Kellman, head of community engagement and programming, was on hand with library director Cynthia Fuerst and program coordinator Roz Topolski to accept the generous donation.
About Mariano's
Mariano's is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Kroger Co. Mariano's, founded in 2010, is an integral part of the communities it serves. With 44 locations across the Chicagoland area, Mariano's places a premium on the customer experience, offering a highly differentiated food shopping experience combined with exceptional customer service.
About Vernon Area Public Library District
The Vernon Area Public Library District serves a population of 42,222 within a 29-square-mile area that includes Lincolnshire, Prairie View and parts of Buffalo Grove, Long Grove, Riverwoods, Vernon Hills and unincorporated Vernon and Ela townships.
About Vernon Township
Vernon Township serves more than 67,000 residents in a 36 square-mile area, which includes portions of the villages of Buffalo Grove, Indian Creek, Lincolnshire, Long Grove, Mettawa, Mundelein, Riverwoods, Vernon Hills, the City of Lake Forest and unincorporated Vernon Township.