Kohl’s to Gift More Than $3 Million in Grants to Nonprofits Across the Country This Holiday
December 03 2019 - 8:00AM
Business Wire
Through Kohl’s National Giving Program, the
company deepens its support of family health and wellness through
donations to more than 300 local organizations
In support of the company’s ongoing commitment to family health
and wellness, Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) announced today it will donate
$3.2 million in grants to more than 300 nonprofit organizations
serving the needs of local families this holiday season as part of
its national giving program. Now in its second year, Kohl’s
National Giving Program gives its associates the opportunity to
support the causes and organizations in their communities that they
are passionate about by letting them nominate each year’s grant
recipients.
“On behalf of the entire company, we are honored to celebrate
and support this group of deserving organizations that are
addressing vital needs in communities across the country every
single day,” said Michelle Gass, Kohl’s chief executive officer.
“Once again, we asked our associates to identify the nonprofit
organizations that are near and dear to their hearts this Giving
Tuesday, and we are thankful to honor those who work diligently to
support the health and wellness of children and families
nationwide.”
Each of the more than 300 nonprofit grant recipients will
receive $10,000 to support their continuous efforts to help
families in their communities. The donations made through Kohl’s
National Giving Program are made possible through Kohl’s
philanthropic program, Kohl’s Cares®, which sells children’s books
and plush, donating 100 percent of the net profit to health and
wellness organizations nationwide.
Kohl’s is proud to congratulate all the deserving grant
recipients, including:
- Camp Courageous (Monticello, Iowa) – Camp Courageous
provides year-round recreational and respite care opportunities for
individuals with special needs by offering a variety of services
including week-long camp sessions, respite care weekends, 24/7
emergency respite care, family camp sessions, a travel program, and
more.
- Dogs4Diabetics (Concord, Calif.) – Dogs4Diabetics (D4D)
empowers insulin-dependent diabetics to live relentlessly awesome
lives with the support of a Medical-Alert Service Dog.
- Florida Epilepsy Services (Tampa, Fla.) – Florida
Epilepsy Services offers services including case management and
mental health counseling to more than 500 individuals and families
throughout Polk, Highland, Hardee and Hillsborough counties.
- Girls Inc. of Shelbyville and Shelby County (Shelbyville,
Ind.) – Girls Inc.'s central goal is empowering and inspiring
girls and young women. Serving girls ages 5-18, the organization's
research-based programming is delivered by trained professionals
who focus on the development of the whole girl, supporting,
mentoring and guiding girls in an affirming environment.
- South Texas Food Bank (Laredo, Texas) – The South Texas
Food Bank is on a mission to alleviate hunger in South Texas
communities and eliminate barriers of access to nutritious food
through initiatives including its Backpack and Adopt-A-Kid
Programs.
- Travis Mills Foundation (Rome, Maine) – Travis Mills
Foundation supports recalibrated veterans and their families
through long-term programs that help these heroic men and women
overcome physical obstacles, strengthen their families, and provide
well-deserved rest and relaxation.
For the full list of Kohl’s National Giving Program grant
recipients, please visit Corporate.Kohls.com.
This holiday, in addition to Kohl’s National Giving Program,
Kohl’s is proud to support the following seasonal initiatives:
- Kohl’s Cares Holiday Merchandise Collection: Kohl’s
invites families to celebrate and give back this holiday season
with the Kohl’s Cares holiday collection, which includes special
books and plush bundles featuring everyone’s favorite characters
from Disney Frozen 2, Elmo, the Grinch, and more. For only $9 each,
the holiday collection is available for a limited time, while
supplies last at Kohl’s stores nationwide and on Kohls.com, with
100 percent of Kohl’s net profit benefiting nonprofit organizations
that improve the well-being of children and families across the
country.
- Kohl’s Season of Giving Program: Associates at Kohl’s
corporate, credit, and e-commerce fulfillment and distribution
center locations will spread even more holiday cheer by gifting
$200,000 in monetary donations, 7,000 pounds of food and 1,500 toys
to more than 20 organizations in their respective communities.
Participating non-store locations include Milwaukee, Wis.; New
York, NY; Dallas, Texas; San Antonio, Texas; Milpitas, Calif.,
Plainfield, Ind.; San Bernardino, Calif.; Edgewood, Md.; Monroe,
Ohio; and DeSoto, Texas.
About Kohl’s
Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) is a leading omnichannel retailer with more
than 1,100 stores in 49 states. With a commitment to inspiring and
empowering families to lead fulfilled lives, Kohl’s offers amazing
national and exclusive brands, incredible savings and an easy
shopping experience in our stores, online at Kohls.com and on
Kohl's mobile app. Since its founding, Kohl's has given more than
$700 million to support communities nationwide, with a focus on
family health and wellness. For a list of store locations or to
shop online, visit Kohls.com. For more information about Kohl’s
impact in the community or how to join our winning team, visit
Corporate.Kohls.com or follow @KohlsNews on Twitter.
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