Westborough, MA
BJ’s Charitable Foundation is announcing that the organization has made a donation of $1,169,396 to 175 nonprofit organizations in the 15 states where BJ’s Wholesale Clubs are located. The donation will be received by organizations that have a focus in four areas: hunger prevention, self-sufficiency, health care and education. BJ’s Charitable Foundation's mission is to enhance and enrich community programs that primarily benefit children and families, according to a press release.
BJ’s Charitable Foundation will donate over $364,000 to forty-six organizations in the area of Hunger Prevention. The donations will assist shelters, food banks, soup kitchens and food pantries in buying and distributing food to those suffering from hunger.
Fifty-nine nonprofits that have programs in the area of self-sufficiency, providing temporary or emergency services to those who have the goal of becoming independent members of society, will receive more than $381,000. Those grants will improve shelter programs while providing funds to purchase supplies and clothing. The donations will also fund programs that offer families a temporary and safe shelter, the release states.
Fifty-four nonprofits that provide academic and vocational opportunities for the disadvantaged will receive over $300,000 to purchase supplies for programs that offer literacy skills, mentoring, tutoring and career development.
Sixteen organizations that provide healthcare services those may not normally have access to healthcare will receive more than $113,000. Medical clinics and aid in costs for health prevention services, supplies for vision, dental and hearing screenings will be supported by these funds..
Jessica Newman, Executive Director for the BJ’s Charitable Foundation, states, “BJ’s Charitable Foundation is proud to partner with these amazing non-profit organizations committed to improving the lives of those in each of their communities.” Ms. Newman, continues, “These donations will assist thousands of individuals and families, resulting in a better community for us all.”
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