United Family launches annual campaign to help combat muscular dystrophy

TEXAS (KMID/KPEJ) – Through September, United Family locations across Texas and New Mexico will be raising funs and spreading awareness about muscular dystrophy, ALS, and other related neuromuscular diseases during its annual “MDA Ailes of Smiles” program, benefitting the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

Between Monday, September 9 and Sunday, September 22, guests of United Supermarkets, Market Street, Albertsons Market, and Amigos will be able to add any dollar amount to their grocery bill during a 14-day donate-at-the-register campaign, where all proceeds will directly benefit the MDA.

Additionally, guests will have the opportunity to purchase qualifying produces marked with “Aisles of Smiles” tags across the various stores. United Family said a portion of the sale of these specific products will go to support MDA’s research on treatments and cures for muscular dystrophy as well as other neuromuscular diseases. Funds raised will go to support people and families in the area where the funds were raised.

“This is such a cool opportunity for us and our guests to help support MDA’s research all by purchasing the things we use every day or by donating at the register,” said Chris James, COO of The United Family. “The Aisles of Smiles campaign makes a profound impact on so many people. We hope our guests will be on the lookout for the special tags around the stores as they shop.”

“We are extremely appreciative and humbled by the level of support the Aisles of Smiles promotion receives from The United Family of stores and their guests,” said Tom Barnett, with Acosta. “It’s gratifying to know people in the marketplace care to make a difference for MDA.”

You can learn more about Muscular Dystrophy and what the MDA is doing to help here .

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