Kohl’s Strengthens Commitment to Milwaukee Community with $1 Million Donation to Local Nonprofits
August 20 2020 - 12:00PM
Business Wire
Grants support Kohl’s overall diversity and
inclusion strategy
Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) announced today it is strengthening its
commitment to the Milwaukee community with a $1 million donation to
five nonprofit organizations that serve diverse communities. As
part of Kohl's pledge to create an environment where everyone feels
a sense of equity, where diversity is valued at all levels, and
where inclusion is evident across our business, the company created
a new Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) framework addressing
three pillars: People, Commerce and Community. This new donation is
one action the company is taking to further support Community
efforts.
The five benefiting nonprofits include three new Hometown
partners — The Milwaukee Urban League, Employ Milwaukee (EMI), and
Acts Housing — and a renewed commitment to two of Kohl's existing
Hometown partners — Safe & Sound and Boys & Girls Clubs of
Greater Milwaukee. The partnerships reflect a joint commitment
between Kohl's and area nonprofits to improve equity and economic
empowerment for Black and Hispanic residents in under-served
communities in the Milwaukee area. In addition to financial
contributions, Kohl's will support the nonprofit organizations
through associate volunteerism, leadership engagement and creating
opportunities for a talent pipeline to Kohl's.
“Kohl’s has a long history of supporting families in the
Milwaukee community through our strong hometown partnerships, and
we are very excited to bring on The Milwaukee Urban League, Employ
Milwaukee and Acts Housing and increase our commitment to Safe
& Sound and Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee,” said
Michelle Gass, Kohl’s chief executive officer. “At a time when
there is a clear call to action to do more to address inequities
for People of Color, Kohl's is committed to actions that support
long-term sustainable progress in supporting these organizations.
We look forward to sharing more of our plans and actions in the
future to enhance diversity and inclusivity in our workplace, in
our business and in the communities we serve.”
Kohl’s New Hometown Nonprofit Partnerships
- The Milwaukee Urban League: With its financial commitment of
$150,000, Kohl’s will support The Milwaukee Urban League’s mission
to lead through education, employment, and advocacy to achieve
economic vibrancy and equal access to all industries and
disciplines that position African Americans to create wealth and
live a better quality of life. The Milwaukee Urban League's vision
is to ensure that Wisconsin becomes a top 10 place for African
Americans to live and thrive and where the greater Milwaukee area
becomes a leader in education and socioeconomic inclusion.
- Employ Milwaukee (EMI): Kohl’s donation of $250,000 to Employ
Milwaukee will support workforce development and help the region to
build a diverse, skilled workforce while connecting
underrepresented individuals to quality, family-sustaining
employment and career advancement opportunities.
- Acts Housing: Through its commitment of more than $250,000,
Kohl’s will provide access to homeownership opportunities for
low-income families, who in turn will help transform their blocks,
neighborhoods, and even the city. Acts Housing believes that a
safe, stable home provides a foundation for a family and can serve
as a catalyst for success. By helping all families who are willing
to put in the work to become homeowners, they provide a pathway out
of the housing crisis and help build stronger communities.
- Safe & Sound: Kohl’s support of more than $175,000 will
allow Safe & Sound to continue providing their unique model of
community organizing and engagement that brings together residents,
youth, and public safety resources. This support will also help lay
the groundwork for the organization’s Collective Impact movement,
which will bring together grassroots community organizations,
resident leaders, youth, public safety agencies, local businesses
and other community stakeholders to quantify the needs of
neighborhoods and bring measurable progress and change to
communities.
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee: Through a
financial commitment of $150,000, Kohl’s will enhance its existing
relationship with Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee,
supporting the organization as it navigates challenges faced due to
COVID-19.
Kohl's Support of the Milwaukee Community
In 2019, Kohl’s donated more than $2.5 million and logged more
than 2,500 volunteer hours for nonprofit organizations in the
Milwaukee area that are focused on supporting diverse communities,
including Hunger Task Force, COA Youth & Family Centers and
Penfield Children’s Center. The funds support a variety of programs
and initiatives that enrich community health and wellness, arts and
culture, conservation, education, and social services.
Kohl’s Support of the Milwaukee Business Community
In addition to its philanthropic commitments, Kohl's is
contributing to the Milwaukee community through business and
industry partnerships. Kohl’s is continuing its commitment to the
Milwaukee Metropolitan Association of Commerce (MMAC) in support of
the organization’s mission to improve metro Milwaukee as a place to
invest capital, grow business and create jobs. Earlier this year,
Kohl’s signed the MMAC’s Region of Choice Pledge commitment to
increase the number of African-American and Hispanic/Latino
employees in Metro Milwaukee by 15 percent, and the number of
African-American and Hispanic/Latino managers in Metro Milwaukee by
25 percent, by 2025. The company is also a continuing member of the
Greater Milwaukee Committee (GMC) in support of its mission to
ensure Milwaukee is the best place to live, learn, work, play, and
stay, and was an early signer of the GMC’s 2020 statement on racism
and systemic inequities.
To learn more about Kohl’s commitment to diversity and inclusion
or to access Kohl’s 2019 CSR Report, visit Corporate.Kohls.com.
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 the
Kohl's mobile app. Since its founding, Kohl's has given more than
$750 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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