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Folsom Today
By the People, for the People
Wawa Foundation Reaches $200 Million in Donations
Wawa Celebrates 62 Years, Wawa Foundation Marks 12th Anniversary with Gift Card Donations to National Charity Partners
Apr. 15, 2026 at 1:38pm
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Wawa's charitable foundation celebrates a major milestone in giving, underscoring the company's commitment to supporting local communities.Folsom TodayThe Wawa Foundation, Wawa's charitable giving organization, has reached a major milestone of $200 million in donations to causes supporting health, hunger, and everyday heroes. To celebrate, Wawa will award $250,000 in gift cards to the Foundation's national charity partners, which include the American Red Cross, Blood Cancer United, Breakthrough T1D, Children's Miracle Network, Feeding America Food Banks, Special Olympics, and USO.
Why it matters
The Wawa Foundation's $200 million in donations over the past 12 years demonstrates the company's long-standing commitment to supporting local communities and national charitable organizations. This milestone highlights Wawa's focus on making a positive impact through its philanthropic efforts, which have helped thousands of non-profit partners and provided millions of meals to those in need.
The details
The Wawa Foundation was launched in 2014 as part of Wawa's 50th anniversary in convenience retailing. Since then, the Foundation has impacted more than 8,000 organizations across Wawa's operating areas, and has donated more than 38 million meals through the Wawa Food Donation Program. In addition to financial grants, the Foundation also provides in-kind support for local community events and organizations.
- Wawa was founded in 1964 and opened its first store in Folsom, Pennsylvania.
- The Wawa Foundation was launched in 2014 as part of Wawa's 50th anniversary.
- The Foundation has reached $200 million in donations as of 2026.
The players
The Wawa Foundation
Wawa's 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded to support the company's charitable giving and philanthropic activities.
Wawa, Inc.
The convenience store chain that founded The Wawa Foundation and is celebrating its 62nd anniversary in 2026.
Liz Simeone
President of The Wawa Foundation.
American Red Cross
One of The Wawa Foundation's national charity partners.
Feeding America Food Banks
One of The Wawa Foundation's national charity partners.
What they’re saying
“We are so honored to have National Charity Partners that do meaningful and impactful work in all the communities we serve. Every year, Wawa Day is a celebration of the opening of the first Wawa store and the inception of The Wawa Foundation. This year, particularly as we look back on our history, we see the important role supporting our communities has always played in the Wawa story and are honored to recognize our long-time partners in such a meaningful way.”
— Liz Simeone, President of The Wawa Foundation
What’s next
On April 16, 2026, Wawa will award $250,000 in gift cards to its national charity partners as part of the Wawa Day celebrations.
The takeaway
Wawa's long-standing commitment to supporting local communities and national charitable organizations through The Wawa Foundation has made a significant impact, with the Foundation reaching $200 million in donations over the past 12 years. This milestone demonstrates Wawa's focus on making a positive difference in the lives of those in need.
