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Kmart brings back The Giving Hat™ along with other special gifts to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Kmart brings back The Giving Hat™ along with other special gifts to benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital   Retailer will donate a portion of sales from patient-inspired holiday gifts to support St. Jude's mission to end childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., 2016-Nov-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Giving back this holiday season is…

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CarMax opens new location in Kentwood; its first store in Michigan

Announces $10,000 grant to benefit area children RICHMOND, Virginia, 2016-Nov-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, today (November 16, 2016) celebrated the grand opening of its first store in Michigan, located in Kentwood at 4431 28th Street.  The Kentwood store will have the capacity to stock approximately 200…

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Price Chopper and Market 32 kick off 2016 Check Out Hunger campaign and Holiday Toy Drive

Schenectady, NY, 2016-Nov-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Price Chopper and Market 32’s Check Out Hunger, a campaign that raises dollars and food donations for regional food banks and their affiliated kitchens and pantries and the annual Holiday Toy Drive kicked off this past weekend and will run for four weeks through Saturday, December 10. “Price Chopper…

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QVC and Peace Love World to raise fund this #GivingTuesday to benefit Nest

WEST CHESTER, Pa., 2016-Nov-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — There’s no better gift than giving back. On Tuesday, November 29, QVC is celebrating the spirit of entrepreneurship and its charitable mission to support the success and wellness of women through the power of relationships as the first company to globally support #GivingTuesday. The video and…

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PIECES to donate EUR 66,666 to Doctors Without Borders instead of spending on an expensive Christmas campaign

BRANDE, Denmark, 2016-Nov-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — PIECES had everything lined up for this year’s Christmas campaign – theme, top model, iconic actress, location etc. But then they asked themselves: Hey, what if we did something different this year? So, instead of spending all the budget on an expensive campaign, they decided to donate everything…

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PetSmart Charities® announces new focus on grant-making and unveils expanded mission

Newly Expanded Grantee Opportunities Available to Support At-Risk Families and Programs that Enhance People’s Lives Through Pets PHOENIX, 2016-Nov-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (Nov. 15, 2016 ), PetSmart Charities® Inc., the leading funder of animal welfare in North America, announced a new focus on strategic grant-making and unveiled an expanded mission, allowing it to reach beyond…

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Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank partners with NCR to enhance service to visually impaired customers

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank to also integrate Emirates ID reader into the new ATMs ABU DHABI, UAE, 2016-Nov-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), a global leader in omni-channel solutions, announced today (November 14, 2016) that Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank(ADIB), the country’s leading financial institution, will transform its 20 ATMs with NCR’s voice-guided technology, assisting…

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Kohl’s announces donation of $10 million in grants to nonprofits following 15th anniversary of its associate volunteer program

Associates donate nearly 115,000 service hours in October to celebrate 15th anniversary of Kohl’s volunteer program MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis, 2016-Nov-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today ( November 15, 2016), during a town hall meeting with associates from across the country, Kevin Mansell, Kohl’s chairman, chief executive officer and president, announced a donation of more than $10…

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Apple Pay kicks off support for charitable donations

Apple Pay kicks off support for charitable donations   Cupertino, California, 2016-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Apple Pay is making it easier and more secure to donate to your favorite nonprofit organizations with just a touch. Apple Pay support for charitable donations kicks off today with nonprofits ranging from global organizations such as UNICEF to startups like…

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Starbucks announces Buy One, Give One Power Lunch offer during National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week

Starbucks announces Buy One, Give One Power Lunch offer during National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week   Seattle, 2016-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Hunger exists in every county in the U.S., affecting 42 million Americans including 13 million children according to a 2016 report by the United States Department of Agriculture. During National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, Starbucks…

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La campaña organizada por EROSKI para recabar fondos para los damnificados por el huracán Matthew en Haití recauda €75.000

La campaña organizada por EROSKI para recabar fondos para los damnificados por el huracán Matthew en Haití recauda €75.000   Los fondos van a ser donados íntegramente a UNICEF e irán destinados a proporcionar asistencia sanitaria, agua potable, refugio y protección a los niños y niñas afectados por la catástrofe y a sus familias A…

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Toys“R”Us adds St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® to its charitable causes in this season of giving

WAYNE, NJ, 2016-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — The holiday season is all about showing thanks and embracing the spirit of giving. And with that, Toys“R”Us® is joining St. Jude in its Thanks and Giving® campaign through a financial commitment from the Toys"R"Us Children's Fund, a public charity affiliated with the company, to St. Jude Children's Research…

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Apple announces conservation efforts to protect working forests in the United States

Apple announces conservation efforts to protect working forests in the United States Cupertino, California, 2016-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Apple today (NOVEMBER 14, 2016) announced important progress in its efforts to protect working forests in the United States. The company, in partnership with The Conservation Fund, is donating the conservation easement across more than 32,400…

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Dollar General announces fundraising and toy drive for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and Toys for Tots Foundation

Company furthers its mission of Serving Others through in-store collections for the St. Jude Thanks and Giving® campaign, U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Foundation and local toy drives Goodlettsville, Tenn., 2016-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dollar General will continue its mission of Serving Others this holiday season with its ongoing commitment to support St.…

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Harris Teeter to assemble 2,000 Thanksgiving dinner bags to be distributed through Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina

Matthews, N.C., 2016-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Date: Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2016 Press Conference: 10:30 a.m. Where: Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina, 1924 Capital Blvd., Raleigh, N.C. 27609 Interviews are available.  Live shots are welcomed! Nov. 15, 2016, Harris Teeter associates and food bank volunteers will assemble 2,000 Thanksgiving dinner bags for families-in-need. The bag assembly is hosted…

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Belk unveils 2016 Charity Bear designed by 9-year-old contest winner; $5 of the proceeds from the sale to be donated to United Way

CHARLOTTE, N.C., 2016-Nov-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — A 9-year-old from South Carolina won the 2016 Belkie Bear design contest held at Belk's SantaFest event last year. The bear was unveiled at Belk's SantaFest today ( Nov. 12, 2016) . Elizabeth's design was selected from hundreds of applicants. As the grand prize winner of last year's contest,…

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American Cancer Society and CVS Health Foundation initiative support college and university campuses go smoke- and tobacco-free

ATLANTA, 2016-Nov-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — The American Cancer Society and the CVS Health Foundation today awarded grants to 20 U.S. colleges and universities as part of their Tobacco-Free Generation Campus Initiative (TFGCI), a $3.6 million multi-year program intended to accelerate and expand the adoption and implementation of 100 percent smoke- and tobacco-free campus policies.…

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Carvel to host Buy-One-Get-One Free Cone Day and to raise funds for continued Hurricane Matthew relief efforts, November 17th

Carvel to host Buy-One-Get-One Free Cone Day and to raise funds for continued Hurricane Matthew relief efforts, November 17th   ATLANTA, 2016-Nov-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — Carvel… America’s Freshest Ice Cream® will host a special Buy-One-Get-One Free Cone Day at all Florida locations on Thursday, November 17th, 2016. On this day, the soft-serve ice cream pioneer…

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Hannaford Supermarkets launch charitable campaign, Hannaford Helps Fight Hunger

SCARBOROUGH, Maine, 2016-Nov-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Hannaford Supermarkets today (November 10, 2016) announced the 2016 launch of Hannaford Helps Fight Hunger, a charitable campaign focused on helping feed individuals who do not have access to enough nutritious food. Hannaford Helps Fight Hunger is a partnership between the supermarket and its customers in Maine, New…

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The Salvation Army’s bell ringers and holiday red kettle program starts at Schnuck Markets locations

St. Louis, MO, 2016-Nov-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Salvation Army and Schnuck Markets announced today (11.10.2016) that The Salvation Army’s bell ringers and iconic red kettles will be at Schnucks stores again this holiday season. Schnucks is granting an exception to its no solicitation policy, allowing The Salvation Army to begin its holiday red kettle…

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Build-A-Bear Workshop kicks off its annual Merry Mission charitable program benefiting Boys & Girls Clubs of America

ST. LOUIS, 2016-Nov-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — 'Tis the season for giving and giving back, and Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW), an interactive destination where guests can create personalized furry friends, is kicking off its annual Merry Mission charitable program this week through a new partnership supporting Boys & Girls Clubs of America. In the spirit…

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Harris Teeter to present $183,873 check to The American Red Cross for its Hurricane Matthew disaster relief efforts

Matthews, N.C., 2016-Nov-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Company to Present Check to Aid Disaster Relief Date: Friday, Nov. 11, 2016 Time: 9 a.m. Location:  Ballantyne Commons Harris Teeter 15007 John J. Delaney Dr. Charlotte, NC28277 Live shots & interviews are welcomed! Friday, Nov. 11, 2016, Harris Teeter will present The American Red Cross with a check for $183,873 to assist disaster relief efforts…

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Harris Teeter initiatives raised $802,820 to support United Way

Matthews, N.C., 2016-Nov-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today, Harris Teeter announced a $802,820 donation to United Way, an organization that utilizes strategic community philanthropy to create long-lasting change for those most in need. The funds were collected through three major initiatives – an in-store donation card campaign; associate pledges committed during the company’s annual…

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EROSKI lanza una campaña solidaria en colaboración con ACNUR, Amigos de los Mayores y UNICEF

EROSKI lanza una campaña solidaria en colaboración con ACNUR, Amigos de los Mayores y UNICEF   A partir de mañana se pondrán a la venta estrellas solidarias, decoraciones de Navidad al precio simbólico de 1 euro Los beneficios obtenidos se destinarán íntegramente a la ayuda a refugiados (ACNUR), infancia (UNICEF) y tercera edad (Amigos de…

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Sainsbury’s announces second phase of its Waste less, Save more strategy; commits to £1 million funding

Sainsbury’s announces second phase of its Waste less, Save more strategy; commits to £1 million funding   London, 2016-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sainsbury’s has unveiled its latest move in the fight against food waste, by announcing a £1 million fund available to towns and cities across the UK. The commitment is the second phase of its…

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Paradies Lagardère partners with airports in Canada to honor veterans on Remembrance Day, November 11

ATLANTA, 2016-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Paradies Lagardère, the travel retail and restaurateur leader in North America, is partnering with several airports throughout Canada to honor veterans that have served their country on Remembrance Day, November 11. Paradies Lagardère will donate a percentage of its sales made Thursday, November 10, through Friday, November 11, in its…

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Inditex allocates €9.7 million to aid Syrian refugees in Turkey through renewed partnerships with Médecins Sans Frontières and Caritas

Inditex allocates €9.7 million to aid Syrian refugees in Turkey through renewed partnerships with Médecins Sans Frontières and Caritas   Inditex is earmarking €1 million to MSF's medical and humanitarian work with Syrian refugees in the Turkish province of Kilis along the border with Syria which it has been supporting consistently since 2013  Arteixo, Spain, 2016-Nov-08 — /EPR…

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LCP employee Mandy Lloyd raised hundreds of pounds for children’s charity Barnardo’s

LCP employee Mandy Lloyd raised hundreds of pounds for children’s charity Barnardo’s   London, 2016-Nov-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — An LCP employee with a head for heights has raised hundreds of pounds for charity after abseiling almost 200 feet down the Trafford Centre in Manchester. Mandy Lloyd, who is the personal assistant for the managing director of Kingswinford-based London…

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The Container Store rolls out annual giving program Holiday Hugs benefiting children’s hospitals nationwide

COPPELL, Texas, 2016-Nov-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Container Store (NYSE:TCS) announces the continuation of its annual, nationwide signature giving program, Holiday Hugs. The retailer is partnering with children’s hospitals across the country to collect and deliver new, unwrapped gifts to young patients who are spending the holidays away from home. Customers can participate in the…

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Lindex together with its customers raised a total of 1.2 million euro for the fight against breast cancer

Lindex together with its customers raised a total of 1,2 million euro for the fight against breast cancer   Together with its customers, Lindex has raised a total of 1,2 million euro in all operating countries. Sweden, 2016-Nov-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lindex has through a range of activities boosted the fight against breast cancer, primarily through…

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