HIGHLAND, IN. – Strack & Van Til is partnering with Hormel Foods to give away 400 Hormel® Cure 81® hams across Northwest Indiana as part of the Hams for the Holidays initiative.

“Food insecurity is a big problem that affects many in our community,” said Joe Stupka, Chief Operating Officer of Strack & Van Til. “With the support of our partner, Hormel Foods, we are able to help make this holiday season a little brighter for those who may be struggling.” The Hormel® Cure 81® hams were distributed through two mobile markets at the East Chicago and Merrillville Strack & Van Til locations.

“With the support of our partner, Hormel Foods, we are able to help make this holiday season a little brighter for those who may be struggling.” Joe Stupka, Strack & Van Til COO

“Hormel Foods is proud to continue our partnership with Hy-Vee and Strack & Van Til to support hunger relief efforts in our community locations,” said Katie Lynch, Hormel® Cure 81® brand manager at Hormel Foods. “Hams for the Holidays and our Hormel® Cure 81® Hams for Hunger® program have made it possible for families in need to enjoy a delicious holiday meal.”

About Strack & Van Til
Strack & Van Til, a Hy-Vee company, is a full-service grocery and fresh food store dedicated to providing the finest quality products and the best value. The company is proud to partner with local charities that make a positive difference in the community and celebrates values such as loyalty, hard work, self-reliance, genuineness, and gratitude. Since 1929, Strack & Van Til has been Indiana’s grocery store and remains proudly Indiana-made. Visit strackandvantil.com for more information.

About Hy-Vee’s Hams for the Holidays
Hy-Vee’s Hams for the Holidays donations are made possible through the Hormel® Cure 81® Hams for Hunger™ program, founded in 1989. This initiative is a partnership between Hormel Foods and grocery retailers across the country. Over the years, more than $17 million worth of hams have been donated, helping feed tens of thousands of families nationwide.