Kohl's donates $250,000 towards tornado relief efforts

MENOMONEE FALLS (WITI) – Kohl’s Department Stores on Wednesday, May 22nd announced a $250,000 cash donation toward tornado relief efforts in Moore, Okla. and the surrounding area. Kohl’s is providing this donation to the American Red Cross, which is delivering much-needed emergency supplies and services in the tornado-impacted areas.

In addition to a financial contribution, Kohl’s encourages its associates to volunteer in support of cleanup efforts through its Associates in Action volunteer program. In recognition of volunteer hours, Kohl’s will donate additional corporate grants to the nonprofit organizations being supported by Kohl’s associates.

“We are deeply saddened by the devastation experienced by those in and around Moore, Okla. due to the tornado that struck Monday,” said Kevin Mansell, Kohl’s chairman, president and chief executive officer. “It is our sincerest hope that providing financial assistance and volunteer service will be of help and support to individuals and families as they work to rebuild their homes, schools and communities.”

Kohl’s Associates in Action volunteers help a range of youth-serving nonprofit organizations year-round. Through the Associates in Action volunteer program, more than 669,000 associates have donated more than 2.2 million hours of their time since 2001, and Kohl’s has donated more than $63 million to the nonprofit organizations served.  This program is part of Kohl’s overall philanthropic platform, Kohl’s Cares®, which is committed to supporting children’s health and education initiatives nationwide.

To inquire about coordinating a Kohl’s Associates in Action volunteer event for tornado and severe weather cleanup efforts, contact your local Kohl’s store and ask to speak with the store manager about Associates in Action.

Based in Menomonee Falls, Wis., Kohl’s is a family-focused, value-oriented specialty department store offering moderately priced, exclusive and national brand apparel, shoes, accessories, beauty and home products in an exciting shopping environment.