Kohl’s Department Stores’ (NYSE: KSS) associates from each of its 1,164 stores will participate in hundreds of volunteer events across the country, supporting nearly 160 hospitals and other organizations committed to children’s health. The volunteer events will focus on health and wellness and take place July 17 through September 4. In recognition of associate volunteer hours, Kohl’s will donate more than $500,000 in corporate grants to the benefiting organizations.

“Kohl’s associates are passionate about making a difference and we believe volunteer efforts can improve lives of children and families in the communities we call home,” said Bevin Bailis, Kohl’s senior vice president of communications and public relations. “We have incredible community partners and are honored to be able to lend a helping hand to these organizations.”

Volunteer events taking place throughout the country, include:

  • A run dedicated to raising funds for pediatric brain tumor research in Chicago, Ill.
  • Bike helmet fitting and giveaway in Seattle, Wash.
  • Oral hygiene supplies and information provided through a dental outreach program in Richmond, Va.
  • A car seat safety inspection in Philadelphia, Pa.

Since 2001, more than one million Kohl’s associates nationwide have participated in volunteer activities through Kohl’s Associates in Action volunteer program resulting in nearly $100 million in corporate grants to qualifying youth-serving 501(c)(3) nonprofits. For more information about Kohl’s volunteer efforts, click here.

Kohl’s Cares, the company’s philanthropic platform, supports programs that benefit children’s health initiatives including special merchandise, a robust associate volunteer program, partnerships with more than 160 hospitals and a fundraising gift card program. For more information about Kohl’s Cares, visit www.Kohls.com/Cares.

About Kohl’s

Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) is a leading specialty department store with 1,164 stores in 49 states. With a commitment to inspiring and empowering families to lead fulfilled lives, the company offers amazing national and exclusive brands, incredible savings and inspiring shopping experiences in-store, online at Kohls.com and via mobile devices. Committed to its communities, Kohl’s has raised more than $274 million for children’s initiatives nationwide through its Kohl’s Cares® cause merchandise program, which operates under Kohl's Cares, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kohl's Department Stores, Inc. For additional information about Kohl’s philanthropic and environmental initiatives, visit www.Kohls.com/Cares. For a list of store locations and information, or for the added convenience of shopping online, visit www.Kohls.com.

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