MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis., October 9, 2018 – Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) continues its strong commitment to community and education by awarding over $1 million through the Kohl’s Field Trip Grant Program. This significant investment will enable more than 500 schools in the Milwaukee metro area to organize over 1,300 enriching field trips during the 2018-2019 school year. Students across Dodge, Jefferson, Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Sheboygan, Walworth, Washington, and Waukesha counties will benefit directly from this initiative.
“Kohl’s is incredibly proud to support local students and educators through the Kohl’s Field Trip Grant Program, providing valuable opportunities for hands-on learning,” stated Jen Johnson, Kohl’s Senior Vice President of Communications. “We believe that experiential learning outside the classroom is crucial for enriching the curriculum and fostering a deeper understanding of various subjects. This grant program allows teachers to bring classroom lessons to life by immersing students in engaging activities at some of Milwaukee’s premier educational destinations.”
The Kohl’s Field Trip Grant Program, now in its sixth successful year, partners with leading educational organizations in the Milwaukee area. These partners include the Milwaukee Public Museum, Milwaukee County Zoo, Milwaukee Art Museum, Junior Achievement of Wisconsin, Hunger Task Force, Discovery World, and the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum. These collaborations ensure students have access to diverse and high-quality learning experiences.
These grants are specifically designed to alleviate the financial burdens associated with educational outings. The Kohl’s Field Trip Grant Program covers essential field trip costs, such as admission fees, transportation expenses, the cost of substitute teachers, and necessary learning materials for each outing. Individual grants, valued up to $1,000 each, were awarded to eligible schools on a first-come, first-served basis during a two-week application window in March 2018. Schools interested in learning more about future opportunities with the Kohl’s Field Trip Grant Program can visit www.kohlsfieldtrip.com for detailed information.
Since its inception in 2013, the Kohl’s Field Trip Grant Program, a key component of Kohl’s Cares philanthropic efforts, has contributed over $6.6 million to fund educational field trips in the Milwaukee region. This substantial investment demonstrates Kohl’s ongoing dedication to supporting education and enriching the lives of young learners in its communities. To discover more about Kohl’s broader philanthropic initiatives and community engagement, please visit Corporate.Kohls.com.
About Kohl’s
Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) is a leading omnichannel retailer with a significant presence across the United States, operating over 1,100 stores in 49 states. Driven by a mission to inspire and empower families, Kohl’s offers a wide array of recognized national brands and exclusive proprietary brands. Kohl’s provides customers with exceptional value, convenient shopping experiences both in-store and online at Kohls.com, and through the Kohl’s mobile app. Throughout its history, Kohl’s has been a committed corporate citizen, donating over $650 million to communities nationwide. For further details on Kohl’s community impact or career opportunities, please visit Corporate.Kohls.com or follow @KohlsNews on Twitter.
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