Island Pacific Supermarket Extends Support for First Responders and Hosts Successful Volunteer Campaign

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Jan 15, 2025, 10:00 ET

CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif., Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Island Pacific Supermarket successfully completed a community-driven volunteer campaign over the weekend, with many volunteers joining efforts to assemble care packs and distribute food and beverages to wildfire-affected communities. To continue its efforts, Island Pacific is extending its free meals for first responders program until January 20, 2025.

Island Pacific and SoCal Filipinos remain committed to supporting the Los Angeles community as it recovers from these wildfires. Both organizations will continue to assess the evolving needs of those affected and announce further relief efforts as necessary. Island Pacific Supermarket remains committed to supporting local communities through relief efforts, partnerships, and ongoing initiatives.

Relief goods were delivered to the LA Regional Food Bank in City of Industry, with two Island Pacific locations in Southern California serving as volunteer hubs. Volunteers picked up thousands of food and beverage items to distribute to regional centers in need.

This initiative was enhanced by SoCal Filipinos, an online Facebook community group that:

Provided volunteers to support Island Pacific's efforts.
Curated a list of GoFundMe campaigns for Filipino families affected by the wildfires (GoFund Me for Filipino Families).

"Witnessing the community come together was truly inspiring. We are deeply grateful to the volunteers, partners, and everyone who contributed to this effort," said Maite Defensor, CEO of Island Pacific Supermarket.

As a gesture of gratitude, Island Pacific's Philhouse Restaurant is offering free meals to first responders at the following locations through January 20th:

Granada Hills
Santa Clarita
Canoga Park
Los Angeles
West Covina
Long Beach
Cerritos
Lake Forest

"Providing hot, comforting meals is the least we can do to thank first responders for their tireless service," said Ramon Gumapac, VP of Operations for Philhouse.

Island Pacific and SoCal Filipinos remain committed to supporting the Los Angeles community as it recovers from these wildfires and will assess evolving needs to announce further relief efforts as necessary.

[Island Pacific Supermarket is a leading Filipino-American grocery chain, offering a wide selection of authentic Filipino food products and a diverse range of groceries to the Filipino-American community and beyond. With multiple locations across California and Nevada, Island Pacific Supermarket is committed to providing a one-of-a-kind shopping experience that celebrates Filipino culture, heritage, and cuisine.]

SOURCE Island Pacific Market