The Stewart's Shops Civility ice cream is arriving at participating locations as part of the brand's initiative to encourage kindness amongst one another as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. The ice cream flavor and promotion will see customers able to buy a single scoop of the treat and get one to share with someone for free from January 10 to 16, 2022. The promotion comes as one of a growing number of initiatives amongst retailers to help keep spirits up during the ongoing pandemic.
President Gary Dake spoke on the Stewart's Shops Civility ice cream and promotion saying, "Nice people really do make people nicer. In these uncertain times, we are encouraging everyone to be more respectful, courteous and kind to one another. A scoop of Civility ice cream could be just what we all need."
Kindness-Encouraging Ice Cream Promotions
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Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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2. Retail - Retailers can use promotions such as free-with-purchase offers to increase foot traffic and sales.
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