Boy Scouts’ 96th anniversary

February 5 – 12 Pamida celebrated the Boy Scouts of America’s 96th anniversary by offering a 15% discount to all Scouts. The team at the Standish, MI Pamida invited their local troops to the store for cake in honor of their anniversary.

         
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Hometown Heroes Appreciation Day

The New Hampton, IA Pamida sponsored the First Annual “Hometown Heroes Appreciation Day” on August 13, 2005 to honor local emergency service organizations. The activities included demonstrations from the Rescue Squad, fire safety training, fire truck tours, and much more. The participation from the community was outstanding and we look forward to making this a yearly event.

Newaygo, MI Pamida Holds a Benefit Concert

The team at Newaygo, MI held a concert inside the store on December 10, 2006, to raise money for the NCCS Emergency Food Pantry. The performer, Michael Burns, is an up and coming Country Music artist. Customers were asked to donate non-perishable food for the local food pantry as admission to the concert. The performance drew a huge crowd and raised $510 and 357 pounds of food for the food pantry. We thank Michael for the excellent entertainment and for partnering with us to help our community.

Glasgow, MT Pamida Bike Rodeo for Safety

On July 27, the Glasgow, MT Pamida, in conjunction with the local Police Department, held a Bike Rodeo for local children to promote bicycle safety. Every child in attendance received a free helmet and other giveaways. Members of the Police Department provided bike inspections, and certificates were awarded to those who passed the safety course. Everyone had a blast, all while learning about bike safety.

Santa Clause is Coming to Trenton!

The Pamida team at Trenton, MO partnered with 12 local businesses for their “Santa Clause Is Coming to Town” event. Santa arrived by helicopter to the Trenton store. A local radio station broadcasted the event live. Kettle corn, root beer floats, and gift wrapping were sold to benefit various organizations in the community. Pictures were taken of the children with Santa and printed on the spot for donations to the gift tree. Santa was also awarded the key to the city. Not only did everyone have a blast, but $375 was raised for the gift tree and $34 for the Food Bank.

Centerville, TN Bike Rally

The team at Centerville partnered with the Fraternal Order of Police for a Bike Rally to benefit the Women Are Safe organization in Centerville. This Women Are Safe organization supports women who are abused or battered and provides them shelter and other resources. Money was raised for the organization by donations and t-shirt sales. Pamida was the first and last stop on the bike route.

Pamida Holds First Annual Military Week

In honor of Veteran’s Day, on November 7 - 12, 2005, Pamida held our first annual Military Week to honor military personnel, veterans, and their families by offering them a 15% discount off their purchases. Many stores invited local military personnel and veterans to the store to celebrate Veteran’s Day with cake and coffee.

The Trenton, MO team celebrates Military Week with a patriotic cake.	The Litchfield, MN Pamida offered coffee and cookies to those who serve.	Newaygo, MI honored their local military with their “Hero Wall.”