Kohl’s Donates $500,000 to American Red Cross for Hurricane Florence Relief Efforts
September 19 2018 - 8:00AM
Business Wire
Donation opportunities
available on Kohls.com and in Kohl’s stores
nationwide
Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) today announced its donation of
$500,000 to the American Red Cross, which is
delivering vital emergency supplies and services to the communities
affected by Hurricane Florence in North Carolina and South
Carolina. In addition, the retailer will provide opportunities for
associates and customers to support hurricane relief efforts by
donating to the American Red Cross on Kohls.com or at the
checkout area located within Kohl’s stores nationwide.
“Kohl’s is grateful our donation to the American Red Cross will
help support our thousands of associates and customers who have
been impacted by Hurricane Florence,” said Michelle Gass, Kohl’s
chief executive officer. “As relief efforts are underway, we invite
our associates and customers to support communities in need by
donating to the American Red Cross on Kohls.com or in any
of our stores. Together, we can provide relief during the road to
recovery.”
In addition to the company’s relief support through the American
Red Cross, Kohl’s will aid associates and customers affected by
Hurricane Florence by offering benefits and programming
including:
Associate Support
- An associate relief fund that offers
short-term financial assistance to Kohl’s associates who have
experienced unexpected financial hardship.
- Emergency compensation for those
working at Kohl’s stores that have closed as a result of the
hurricane.
- Employee Assistance Programs, Critical
Incident Support and counseling for Kohl’s associates.
- A limited-time discount, available in
store only, for Kohl’s associates affected by Hurricane
Florence.
Customer Support
- A limited-time discount, available in
store only, for Kohl’s customers affected by Hurricane
Florence.
- Affected Kohl’s Charge customers are
encouraged to contact Customer Service for payment assistance.
Kohl’s is also encouraging its associates to volunteer in
support of relief efforts through Kohl’s volunteer
program. To inquire about coordinating a Kohl’s volunteer
program event, contact the store manager at your local Kohl’s
store. Find your nearest Kohl’s store by
visiting Kohls.com.
Kohl’s is committed to supporting its communities year-round,
including in times of need. Since 2001, Kohl’s has donated more
than $9 million to support the American Red Cross with
disaster relief efforts across the country.
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 proprietary brands, incredible
savings and an easy shopping experience in our stores, online at
Kohls.com and on Kohl's mobile app. Throughout its history,
Kohl's has given more
than $650 million to support communities
nationwide. 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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