Stater Bros. Charities is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that supports community needs across Southern California. Established in connection with Stater Bros. Markets, the charity operates as a separate philanthropic organization, raising funds from customers, employees and supplier partners. Its community-based approach allows donations collected through supermarket stores to remain within the communities where they are raised. Since 2008, the organization has invested more than $54 million in local charitable causes, supporting hundreds of nonprofit organizations annually. Its work addresses several important areas, including hunger relief, children's well-being, education, health, veterans and active service members, and pet welfare. A central part of its fundraising model is the Customers Care Program, which gives shoppers opportunities to contribute through checkout donations, coin canisters, donation cards and round-up campaigns. The organization also coordinates seasonal initiatives such as Harvesting Hope, which supports food banks, food pantries and hunger-relief programs during the holiday season. Another notable effort is its partnership with Inland Women Fighting Cancer through the annual Believe Walk, which raises funds for cancer-related services and support organizations. By mobilizing customers, employees and business partners, Stater Bros. Charities channels local generosity toward practical needs throughout the region.