Valero employees pledge $5.1 million to San Antonio United Way
The refinery’s annual campaign exceeded its target, while its Texas Open golf event raised $25.2 million for children’s charities.
By Vikram Harrison ·
Valero Energy’s employees in San Antonio pledged more than $5.1 million to the United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County this year, surpassing the company’s internal goal of $3.9 million. The pledge marks the latest year in a giving relationship that has lasted more than four decades.
Valero and its staff have contributed over $300 million to United Way chapters nationwide since 1980. This initiative remains the company’s longest-running community outreach program. In the local market, the recent financial commitment supports various services provided by partner agencies in Bexar County.
Beyond financial donations, nearly 200 Valero employees participated in the company’s annual Day of Caring event. These volunteers worked with Family Service’s Neighborhood Place, a 64,000-square-foot facility. Tasks included cleaning, painting, gardening, and constructing picnic tables. The labor aimed to improve the space for individuals and families attending programs there.
The company also leveraged its annual golf tournament to fund grants for children’s programs. The Valero Texas Open and Benefit for Children raised $25.2 million this year through contributions from business partners. This amount brings the total charitable giving associated with the tournament to more than $306 million since its inception. These grants support basic needs, healthcare, and education in communities where Valero operates.
Valero’s third-quarter business report indicated strong performance across its refining, renewable diesel, and ethanol segments. Operators reported running refineries at production levels near record highs. The company stated that these operations helped maintain a supply of transportation fuels for the market.
The company’s holiday schedule includes two specific events tied to its community presence. In November, Valero will mark the 20th anniversary of its Thanksgiving with the Troops program. This event hosts local military service members who are deployed or unable to spend the holiday with their families.
In December, employees will participate in the Adopt-A-Family program. Working with the San Antonio Police Department’s Blue Santa initiative, Family Service, and Any Baby Can, staff members will help fulfill Christmas wish lists for hundreds of families across San Antonio.
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