“We’re proud to have donated $4 million to our local schools during a time when budgets continue being cut – and we’re looking forward to helping students and educators raise even more this year.”

Shop for Schools is an easy way for parents, educators and the neighborhood to raise much-needed money for local schools. From September 12 to December 31, 2012, participating schools will receive a $1 cash donation for every $20 Fresh & Easy receipt collected. Fresh & Easy will also award the top-fundraising school in Arizona, Nevada and the top two highest-earning schools in California each with a $5,000 bonus. Schools can register online at freshandeasy.com/shopforschools until October 1.

In addition to earning money through receipt collection, participating schools can also have their own Shopping Night, a fundraising event at their local Fresh & Easy store. During a school’s designated Shopping Night, 5% of the store’s total sales are donated back to the school.

“Schools need ways to easily raise money now more than ever, which is why we’re bringing our Shop for Schools fundraising program back for the fifth time,” said Fresh & Easy CEO Tim Mason. “We’re proud to have donated $4 million to our local schools during a time when budgets continue being cut – and we’re looking forward to helping students and educators raise even more this year.”

To learn more about Fresh & Easy’s Shop for Schools program, visit www.freshandeasy.com/shopforschools. Become a fan of Fresh & Easy’s Shop for Schools program on Facebook at www.facebook.com/shopforschools.

About Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market

Fresh & Easy operates 199 stores in Arizona, California and Nevada. All of Fresh & Easy’s products are made with the highest quality ingredients and contain no artificial colors, flavors, high-fructose corn syrup or added trans fats. Fresh & Easy also offers fresh baked goods, meats and produce, as well as favorite national brand products and household items, all at great low prices.

For more information about Fresh & Easy, visit www.freshandeasy.com. Also follow the company on Twitter at www.twitter.com/freshandeasy and become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/freshandeasy.