60 60 Memphis, Tennessee Valero has been a long-standing supporter of Knowledge Quest, which offers a variety of programs designed to help strengthen families. This agency is located about four miles away from the refinery and directly impacts some of Memphis’ most impoverished areas. Through its Extended Learning Academy, Knowledge Quest offers free after school care for nearly 300 children. In 2010, to support the nutritional needs of the South Memphis community, Knowledge Quest created The Green Leaf Learning Farm. Years later, it now operates as a 1.5 acre urban microfarm that produces USDA certified organic produce . Last year, Valero volunteers helped clean the grounds and prepare the soil for planting. Knowledge Quest also received $100,000, their largest donation from Valero’s Benefit for Children, to help promote student Ag-Education. “I’ve never seen a corporation that does what Valero does, which is intentionally prioritize support based on the footprint of your plant. We’ve worked with Valero for nearly 20 years and they’ve set the standard on what a corporate neighbor is and should be.” - Marlon Foster , CEO, Knowledge Quest “PAIG was a life-changing opportunity for me. As a young man from Port Arthur, I wasn’t sure how I would find my place in such a large and competitive industry. PAIG provided the tools that helped me differentiate myself and land a job at Valero. The scholarship I received helped financially, but my internship through PAIG made a huge difference professionally. The internship gave me a unique insight into the career path I chose, and applicable experiences that translated into my work at Valero.” - Joshua Daniels , Operator, Valero Port Arthur Refinery Port Arthur, Texas Since 2000, Valero has partnered with Port Arthur Industry Group (PAIG) to provide college scholarships to Port Arthur residents interested in STEM-related careers .