GPM Investments, LLC Partners with JDC to Support Ukrainian Refugees

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GPM Investments is collaborating with the JDC to raise $2 million to assist with the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine. From April 11 to June 12, 2022, GPM locations will sell donation pinups to contribute, with all proceeds matched up to $1 million by a donor. Funds will provide urgent support like food and medical care for refugees. The initiative highlights GPM’s commitment to immediate action amid the ongoing war in Ukraine, with a focus on delivering long-term medical solutions and aid to those in need.

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• GPM and JDC set an ambitious fundraising goal of $2 million for Ukrainian refugees.
• A JDC donor will match up to $1 million in donations.
• Funds raised will directly support food and medical assistance for refugees.

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GPM Sets Ambitious $2 Million Joint Fundraising Goal; JDC Donor Commits up to $1 Million Match to Assist Humanitarian Campaign

RICHMOND, Va., April 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GPM Investments is teaming up with JDC, a leading global humanitarian organization, to raise funds to help alleviate the growing refugee crisis in Ukraine and neighboring countries. Millions of Ukrainians have already fled the country, a number expected to continue to rise. Those who remain in Ukraine are suffering due to the ongoing war and are also in need of assistance.

"We want to render immediate assistance to help those affected by the war in Ukraine,” said Arie Kotler, CEO. “JDC is already on the ground providing refugees with a wide variety of emergency support, including food and medical care, and I’m proud that our company and our customers can act now to assist with this urgent effort.”

From 4/11/2022 to 6/12/2022, GPM associates across all company-operated locations will sell pinups in donation amounts of $1, $5, and $10. Customers can also donate directly through www.jdc.org/UkraineSupport. 

GPM is also partnering with its supplier community and raising additional dollars through their generosity. All proceeds will be matched dollar for dollar up to $1 million by a generous JDC donor.

All donations raised will be directly used to help Ukrainians of all faiths and backgrounds. GPM funds will support JDC’s provision of immediate relief to refugees and a special focus on medical care. Telemedicine solutions and medical equipment -- including the training of local medical staff in its use -- will be provided by JDC and its partners and then transferred to local hospitals and refugee camps for long-term care

“We are grateful to GPM Investments for their generous support of our efforts to aid refugees fleeing the conflict in Ukraine. This growing humanitarian disaster requires the kind of partnership we have developed to benefit thousands of refugees facing uncertain futures. Together, we’ll provide them urgent care and healing and, above all, deliver a critically needed sense of hope to those in despair,” said JDC CEO Ariel Zwang.

About JDC

JDC — the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee or “The Joint” — is the leading Jewish humanitarian organization, working in 70 countries to lift lives and strengthen communities. We rescue Jews in danger, provide aid to vulnerable Jews, develop innovative solutions to Israel’s most complex social challenges, cultivate a Jewish future, and lead the Jewish community’s response to crises. For over 100 years, our work has put the timeless Jewish value of mutual responsibility into action, making JDC essential to the survival of millions of people and the advancement of Jewish life across the globe. For more information, please visit www.JDC.org.

About ARKO Corp. and GPM Investments, LLC

ARKO Corp. (Nasdaq: ARKO) owns 100% of GPM Investments, LLC and is one of the largest operators of convenience stores in the United States. Based in Richmond, VA, our highly recognizable family of community brands offers delicious prepared foods, beer, snacks, candy, hot and cold beverages, and multiple popular quick serve restaurant brands. Our high value fas REWARDS® loyalty program offers exclusive savings on merchandise and gas. We operate in three reportable segments: retail, which includes convenience stores selling fuel products and other merchandise to retail customers; wholesale, which supplies fuel to independent dealers and consignment agents; and GPM Petroleum, which sells and supplies fuel to our retail and wholesale sites. To learn more about GPM stores, visit: www.gpminvestments.com. To learn more about ARKO, visit: www.arkocorp.com. 

Media Contact
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FAQ

What is GPM Investments doing to help refugees from Ukraine?

GPM Investments is partnering with JDC to raise $2 million to provide humanitarian aid for Ukrainian refugees, including food and medical care.

How much money will JDC match for GPM's fundraising?

JDC has committed to match up to $1 million of the funds raised by GPM for their humanitarian efforts.

When is the fundraising campaign by GPM Investments taking place?

The fundraising campaign runs from April 11, 2022, to June 12, 2022.

What types of assistance will the donations for Ukraine provide?

The donations will support the provision of food, medical care, and long-term medical solutions for refugees.