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SOUTH DAKOTA RETAILERS ASSOCIATION NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release: January 14, 2020 Contact: Shuree Mortenson, 605.224.5050 smortenson@sdra.org SIOUX FALLS BUSINESS RECEIVES COMMUNITY SERIVCE AWARD PIERRE, S.D. – Schoeneman’s Building Materials Center of Harrisburg and Sioux Falls received the Community Service award this week at the South Dakota Retailers Association annual banquet in Pierre. The award recognizes a business that goes above and beyond to give back to the citizens of the communities it serves. Schoeneman’s reputation for supporting important projects and causes starts with owner Al Schoeneman, who has previously been honored as South Dakota Philanthropist of the Year and inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame. “At Schoeneman’s, the spirit of giving back is such a core value throughout their company that they display it proudly on their website and publications,” said Executive Director Nathan Sanderson. “Al Schoeneman and his staff know that giving back helps their communities thrive and makes them a better place for everyone.” The business provides ongoing philanthropic support for many community activities, including investing in organizations that help underprivileged children; supporting programs that assist individuals with disabilities; awarding scholarships and providing generous donations to schools; and support for numerous youth, athletic, community and charitable organizations and programs. Al Schoeneman is the fourth generation to lead the family business, founded in 1888. Schoeneman’s Building Materials Center now has locations in Sioux Falls and Harrisburg, as well as Hawarden and Spencer, Iowa. The South Dakota Retailers Association (SDRA) represents nearly 4,000 members in more than 160 business categories. Founded in 1897, it is one of the country’s oldest and largest retail trade associations. - 30 -
SOUTH DAKOTA RETAILERS ASSOCIATION NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release: January 14, 2020 Contact: Shuree Mortenson, 605.224.5050 smortenson@sdra.org
SIOUX FALLS BUSINESS RECEIVES COMMUNITY SERIVCE AWARD
PIERRE, S.D. – Schoeneman’s Building Materials Center of Harrisburg and Sioux Falls received the Community Service award this week at the South Dakota Retailers Association annual banquet in Pierre. The award recognizes a business that goes above and beyond to give back to the citizens of the communities it serves. Schoeneman’s reputation for supporting important projects and causes starts with owner Al Schoeneman, who has previously been honored as South Dakota Philanthropist of the Year and inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame. “At Schoeneman’s, the spirit of giving back is such a core value throughout their company that they display it proudly on their website and publications,” said Executive Director Nathan Sanderson. “Al Schoeneman and his staff know that giving back helps their communities thrive and makes them a better place for everyone.” The business provides ongoing philanthropic support for many community activities, including investing in organizations that help underprivileged children; supporting programs that assist individuals with disabilities; awarding scholarships and providing generous donations to schools; and support for numerous youth, athletic, community and charitable organizations and programs. Al Schoeneman is the fourth generation to lead the family business, founded in 1888. Schoeneman’s Building Materials Center now has locations in Sioux Falls and Harrisburg, as well as Hawarden and Spencer, Iowa.
The South Dakota Retailers Association (SDRA) represents nearly 4,000 members in more than 160 business categories. Founded in 1897, it is one of the country’s oldest and largest retail trade associations.
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