EG America Successfully Raises $597,000 for the American Cancer Society

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Sep 09, 2025, 10:29 ET

WESTBOROUGH, Mass., Sept. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- EG America raised more than $597,000 for the American Cancer Society during its nationwide in-store fundraiser in July.

Throughout the month, guests at EG America's Certified Oil, Cumberland Farms, Fastrac, Kwik Shop, Loaf 'N Jug, Minit Mart, Quik Stop, Sprint Food Stores, Tom Thumb, and Turkey Hill stores were able to donate $1, $5, or an amount of their choosing to the American Cancer Society. EG America then increased the total donation by matching the amounts raised by the top stores.

Front L to R: Michelle Wolf, Sr. Manager, Corporate Account Ops, American Cancer Society (ACS); Julie Ryan, VP, Food & Dispensed Beverage, EG America (EGA); Whitney Johnson, SVP Marketing, EGA; Melanie Figueiredo, Sr. Director, Corp. Relations, ACS; Louise Santosuosso, VP, New England Development, ACS; Ryan Gaetz, Ext. Engagement Coordinator, EGA

Back: Sorin Hilgen, Chief Digital Officer & In-Country CIO, EGA; Diana Styles, CHRO, EGA; Martin Hilfinger, SVP, Environmental & Health & Safety, EGA — Front L to R: Michelle Wolf, Sr. Manager, Corporate Account Ops, American Cancer Society (ACS); Julie Ryan, VP, Food & Dispensed Beverage, EG America (EGA); Whitney Johnson, SVP Marketing, EGA; Melanie Figueiredo, Sr. Director, Corp. Relations, ACS; Louise Santosuosso, VP, New England Development, ACS; Ryan Gaetz, Ext. Engagement Coordinator, EGA Back: Sorin Hilgen, Chief Digital Officer & In-Country CIO, EGA; Diana Styles, CHRO, EGA; Martin Hilfinger, SVP, Environmental & Health & Safety, EGA

"We're dedicated to supporting the American Cancer Society in its efforts to bring hope to those affected by cancer," said Russ Colaco, CEO of EG Group. "Because of the compassion of our guests and the unwavering commitment of our store team members, we're able to help make a difference in the lives of those battling this disease."

This campaign – Fuel the Hope for Change – will enable the American Cancer Society to reach more lives through essential advocacy, research, and patient support programs.

"The American Cancer Society is grateful for EG America's partnership and for its guests who so generously donated to this fundraiser." said Sarah Wells, Executive Vice President of the American Cancer Society. "This success fuels our mission to improve the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, groundbreaking research, and compassionate patient support."

About EG America

With 1,500 retail locations and 18,000 team members across the U.S., EG America is one of the fastest-growing convenience store retailers in the country. As the operator of Cumberland Farms and 9 other c-store banners, we are committed to becoming America's preferred 'one-stop' destination by focusing on superior guest experience, high-quality grocery and fuel products, and supporting the communities in which we live and work. EG America also operates Certified Oil, Fastrac, Kwik Shop, Loaf 'N Jug, Minit Mart, Quik Stop, Sprint Food Stores, Tom Thumb, and Turkey Hill stores and is owned by EG Group, a UK-based fuel station and convenience store retailer. For more information about EG America, visit us at eg-america.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Contact: Julia Demopoulos, [email protected], 978-319-5856

SOURCE EG Group