Safeway encourages customers to support MDA's 'Make a Muscle, Make a Difference' program

TUCSON, Ariz., and PLEASANTON, Calif. — Safeway has commenced its annual fundraising campaign for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

Running through Sept. 3, the nationwide campaign gives customers the opportunity to contribute funds to MDA's "Make a Muscle, Make a Difference" program. Along with Safeway, Vons, Randalls, Tom Thumb, Dominick's and Carrs stores also will participate. Through its longstanding partnership, Safeway has raised more than $68.7 million for the MDA.

"We are honored to be partners with MDA and support its life-saving research," said Larree Renda, Safeway EVP and chair of the Safeway Foundation. "Our customers' contributions have helped many people with muscle disease who today, are living longer, stronger and healthier lives."