Celebrate National Donut Day With The Salvation Army Tucson

Ten percent of Bashas’ Donut Day sales donated to The Salvation Army

TUCSON, Ariz. (June 3, 2024) On Friday, June 7, 2024, The Salvation Army will celebrate National Donut Day and the caring support of Bashas’.

Bashas’, as it has for many years, will generously donate to the Army 10 percent of all National Donut Day sales of its popular donuts (including the winners of its annual Donut Flavor Craze contest) at Bashas’ stores across Arizona.

“National Donut Day serves as a reminder of the brave work The Salvation Army does every day for the good of our neighbors in need,” said Tucson City Coordinator Christopher Kim. “We wish to thank Bashas’ for its long-time support and sharing that compassion for the Tucson community.”

“The Salvation Army continues to support the needs of some of our communities’ most vulnerable individuals with compassion and a people-oriented approach,” said Ashley Shick, Director of Communications and Public Affairs. “Bashas’ is proud to help while celebrating our most beloved bakery item, our scratch-made donuts.”

The first National Donut Day was celebrated in 1938 to honor The Salvation Army’s “Donut Lassies,” who made history when they risked their lives to raise spirits and fuel hope by serving thousands of soldiers during WWI, in part by providing donuts, coffee and other sweet confections.

In 1917, Salvation Army volunteers traveled to France and set up makeshift huts on the front lines, where they offered essential goods and sweet treats to boost morale. The donut was then, and continues to be, a taste of home and a symbol of comfort for Americans.

More than a hundred years later, The Salvation Army still brings aid to those in need, now through a wide range of social services for America’s most vulnerable individuals and families. In Tucson, The Salvation Army helped 22,293 people last year, 118,420 meals were served, 86,455 nights of shelter were provided, 20,342 pieces of clothing were distributed, and 4,490 people were given relief from extreme weather.

Join The Salvation Army Tucson Friday, June 7 in recognizing National Donut Day. For more information about this special day and to download the Donut Lassies’ original donut recipe, visit salarmy.us/DonutDay.

About The Salvation Army Tucson 

The Salvation Army ranks #6 on Forbes’ latest list of America’s Top 100 Charities and helped over 22,000 Tucson-area neighbors last year through a range of social services. By providing food for the hungry, shelter and clothing for the homeless, rent and utilities assistance, disaster relief, respite from extreme weather conditions, senior activity and outreach, opportunities for under-resourced children, holiday assistance, and emotional and spiritual support, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at more than 40 units across the state. Around 84 cents of every dollar donated to The Salvation Army in the west go directly to fund programs to help people who need it most. For more information, visit SalvationArmyTucson.org and follow us on Facebook TheSalvationArmyTucson; #DoingTheMostGood #SalArmyLoveBeyond.

About Bashas’

Bashas’ Family of Stores is a division of The Raley’s Companies. The grocer operates in Arizona, New Mexico, and four Tribal Nations under five well-known brands including Bashas’, Food City, AJ’s Fine Foods, Eddie’s Country Store, and Bashas’ Diné supermarkets. Founded in 1932, the grocer has a rich history of serving families with quality products and great customer service. With more than 100 supermarkets in Arizona, Bashas’ is one of the largest employers in the state and one of the Best Places to Work. Bashas’ has given back more than $100 million to the communities it serves. For more information, visit bashas.com.

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Interview opportunities are available by contacting Kelli Beasley in advance of Donut Day.

Contact

Kelli Beasley

PR & Community Engagement Manager

The Salvation Army Tucson

C: 386-290-1365

O: 520-448-5512

kelli.beasley@usw.salvationarmy.org