(eWebWire.com) June 11, 2010 — WORLD WIDE WEB, June 11, 2010 (FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE) — Raleigh, NC: The mark of a concerned community is found in the level of support its institutions provide for local charitable initiatives. Raleigh is a concerned community.

Local nonprofit Assistance League of Raleigh has been the recipient of countless support initiatives from nearby businesses since its inception. This month, they have been chosen by the Raleigh Whole Foods Market for representation in their Community Spotlight. The Whole Foods Community Spotlight is a giving program supporting organizations that address community issues such as hunger, poverty, organic and sustainable agriculture, environmental concerns, and health and human services, among others.

As the chosen nonprofit of the month, Assistance League of Raleigh will receive all donations made at Raleigh Whole Foods cash registers. Whole Foods will also provide Assistance League of Raleigh maximum exposure throughout their store, displaying visual material and informational pamphlets. They will endeavor to educate customers and team members about the philanthropic efforts of Assistance League of Raleigh, teaching them what they can do to contribute their time and resources for the good of the community.

About Assistance League of Raleigh:
Assistance League of Raleigh is one of more than 120 chapters of Assistance League®, a national nonprofit that puts caring and commitment into action through community-based philanthropic projects. The Raleigh chapter partners with Broadway Series South for their annual fundraiser, Festival of Trees of Raleigh. Proceeds support the chapter's outreach programs, H.O.P.E. for Children, Operation School Bell®, and Silver Slippers. To get involved or learn more about Assistance League of Raleigh, call 919-623-7734 or visit www.raleigh.assistanceleague.org.