Ingles Markets Pharmacy Partners with DHEC and NAACP for COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic

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Ingles Markets (NASDAQ: IMKTA) is collaborating with the South Carolina DHEC and NAACP to offer COVID-19 vaccinations in Belton, SC. Scheduled for April 24 at Cedar Grove Baptist Church, the vaccination clinic will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Chief Financial Officer Ron Freeman emphasizes the importance of this initiative in expanding vaccine access among South Carolinians. Dr. Linda Bell from DHEC highlights the clinic's role in addressing health disparities in underserved communities, especially among African Americans disproportionately affected by COVID-19.

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• Partnership with DHEC and NAACP enhances community vaccine access.
• Event targets rural and underserved populations, promoting health equity.

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Ingles Markets, Incorporated (NASDAQ: IMKTA) has partnered with the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) to provide COVID-19 vaccinations for the community in Belton, SC.

Ingles pharmacists will be at the Cedar Grove Baptist Church on Saturday, April 24 to vaccinate eligible members of the Belton community. The clinic is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church, located at 13024 Highway 20 in Belton.

“Working with DHEC and the NAACP allows us to expand South Carolinians’ access to the COVID-19 vaccine,” said Ron Freeman, Ingles’ Chief Financial Officer. “We know every vaccine our teams administer provides aid to the community as we move closer to herd immunity.”

Dr. Linda Bell, the top epidemiologist with DHEC, feels the same way about collaborating with Ingles and the NACCP. She said the clinic is a major step toward getting as many South Carolinians vaccinated as possible.

"This event is so important because it speaks to many of the things we're trying to accomplish," said Dr. Bell. "It satisfies our need to reach the rural, underserved areas of our state. And by partnering with the NAACP and Ingles, we reinforce the importance and benefits these vaccinations can have in the African American community that has suffered a disproportionate share of COVID-19 illnesses and deaths. We encourage everyone to roll up their sleeve on Saturday and get that life-saving dose of protection."

Ingles Markets, Incorporated is a leading grocer with operations in six southeastern states. Headquartered in Asheville, North Carolina, the Company operates 198 supermarkets. To learn more about Ingles Markets and our efforts to end hunger and aid in the education of children, visit ingles-markets.com.

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FAQ

What is the purpose of Ingles Markets' partnership with DHEC and NAACP?

The partnership aims to provide COVID-19 vaccinations to the Belton community and improve access to healthcare for underserved populations.

When is the vaccination clinic held by Ingles Markets?

The vaccination clinic is scheduled for April 24, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where will the vaccination clinic take place?

The clinic will be held at Cedar Grove Baptist Church, located at 13024 Highway 20 in Belton, SC.

What is the significance of this vaccination event for the African American community?

The event addresses health disparities as the African American community has faced higher rates of COVID-19 illnesses and deaths.