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customers the chance to make a change . Lewis Drug ’ s Dakota branches facilitate donations for Dakota ’ s Spirit Tree , a seasonal charity that grants holiday wishes to those less fortunate . Customers can also purchase personal care kits for guests of The Banquet food bank for just $ 9.99 . As a community hub , Lewis Drug also offers a safe donation site for warm winter clothes . Customer donations go on to the Keep Keloland Warm organization , which distributes winter wear to vulnerable adults across the region .
Supporting the community in more ways than one , Lewis Drug also champions small local businesses . The company ensures that each and every location celebrates the unique spirit of its specific region by stocking locally sourced products and promoting local businesses . This helps Lewis Drug foster a sense of community , wherever it may be . Some of the company ’ s current partners include the Prairie Berry Winery , a range of South-Dakota wines made minutes from Mount Rushmore , and SDSU Ice Cream , a unique ice cream brand operated entirely by SDSU students at the Davis Dairy Plant in Brookings . Lewis supports over 60 local vendors .
Community is the driving force behind everything Lewis Drug does . As it continues to grow and establish new locations across the Midwest , it ’ s clear that this convenience store chain will always proffer a helping hand . ■
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