Philanthropy
Advancing Health, Human Services, and Education
Our Mission in Action
Through charitable giving, event fundraising, and collaborative partnerships, the Foundation creates measurable impact where it matters most. From annual fundraisers to customer-driven campaigns, every initiative is centered around one goal—enhancing the lives of others.
Each year, the Parent Petroleum Golf Classic brings together customers, vendors, and partners in support of this mission. Now in its 28th year, the Golf Classic remains the Foundation’s flagship fundraiser. Parent Petroleum covers 100% of event expenses, ensuring that every dollar raised goes directly to organizations aligned with our mission.
Filling Up With Purpose
The Annual Pump-A-Thon
Parent Petroleum and the Parent Petroleum Foundation work together to support local charities in an effort to fund advancements in health, human services, and education. Each year, they partner with their customers, local gas stations, to sponsor a Pump-A-Thon event, all with the goal of giving back to the community.
With every gallon of fuel purchased in the months of July and August, each participating fuel retailer donates a portion of their sales to the Parent Petroleum Foundation, directly supporting these four great charities. Be on the lookout for the Parent Petroleum Foundation Pump-a-Thon signage at a participating gas station near you!
Our mission extends beyond delivering fuel — we are committed to driving growth, supporting local economies, and investing in the people and neighborhoods we serve.
Invested in Local Community Initiatives
Non-profits Supported
Fundraisers Hosted
Schools Supported
The Core Four
Our Core Charitable Partners
CASA Kane County
CASA Kane County is a nonprofit volunteer organization that advocates for the best interests of abused and neglected children within the Juvenile Court system. They believe every child has the right to a safe, nurturing and permanent home where they can thrive with the support and involvement of their community.
Cals Angels
In June 2005, 12-year-old Cal Sutter, a South Elgin Little League All-Star, was diagnosed with Acute Myelogenous Leukemia. Despite his battle, Cal remained selfless, always caring more about other children fighting cancer. Though he passed away in August 2006, his courage inspired the creation of Cal’s Angels, a 501(c)(3) foundation dedicated to granting wishes, raising awareness, and funding research for kids with cancer.
Folds Of Honor
Since 2007, the Folds of Honor has carried forth this singular, noble mission: to provide educational scholarships to spouses and children of America’s fallen and disabled service-members.
LivingWell Cancer Resource Center
LivingWell’s unwavering commitment is to help cancer patients and their care givers learn vital skills that enable them to regain control, reduce isolation and enhance their quality of life by offering compassionate care that empowers, encourages, supports and provides hope to cancer patients and their families.
Extending Our Impact
Additional Community Support
Beyond our major events, Parent Petroleum supports a variety of charitable causes across the communities we serve. Organizations we’ve proudly partnered with include:
- Northern Illinois Food Bank
- Sahi Foundation
- Muscular Dystrophy Association
- Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
- Fox Valley Food for Health
- Kayla's Hope
Through The PRIDE Stores and our microbrewery, 93 Octane, we continue to explore creative ways to give back—donating proceeds from select coffee, food, fuel, and even custom craft brews to support local initiatives.
