Wawa has one founding principle: “We are committed to the communities where we do business.” Wawa and its associates continuously seek opportunities to make themselves the best neighbor they can be. This is evidenced by their corporate and regional efforts and through associates who emulate the “good neighbor” philosophy. Wawa’s employs  over 16,000 associates in their 554 locations, Wawa has been a Children’s Miracle Network partner for more than 16 years helping raise money for its children’s hospitals one dollar at a time.