Charitable Giving

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At Walmart, we believe in a philosophy of operating globally and giving back locally. We are proud to be a "store of the community" by providing more than $400 million in charitable contributions to community-focused organizations around the world, but we don’t stop there. Walmart and Sam’s Club associates give back with more than one million volunteer hours each year. Through our charitable giving – monetary, in-kind and volunteer service --- we are making a difference in the communities that we serve.

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Monday, February 08, 2010
The Walmart Foundation and CARE Launch Women's Empowerment Initiative in Bangladesh Factories

The Walmart Foundation and CARE launched today a women’s empowerment program that will provide 2,500 female factory workers in Bangladesh's apparel sector with long-term, sustainable means of improving their standard of living and working environments through workplace skills and literacy training.

Thursday, January 28, 2010
Walmart Foundation Tax Preparation Partnership Expects to Yield More Than $1 Billion in Tax Savings for Consumers

The Walmart Foundation, United Way Worldwide, One Economy Corporation and National Disability Institute (NDI) have partnered to bring free tax preparation and filing services to consumers nationwide. The initiative will also help educate consumers, and provide free preparation and filing for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), a federal income tax credit of which many are unaware.

Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Walmart Donates $600,000 in Response to Haiti Earthquake

In response to the recent tragic earthquake in Haiti, Walmart and the Walmart Foundation relief efforts stands at more than $1 million. Walmart associates and customers globally have contributed more than $2.2 million to date. Get the latest information on donations.

Saturday, December 12, 2009
Holiday Wreaths to be Laid at the Memorial site for Flight 93 to Honor Veterans as Part of "Walmart Gives Back" Holiday Giving Campaign

Wreaths Across America and Walmart will recognize the sacrifices of 9/11 victims and our nation’s veterans with a wreath laying ceremony at Memorial site for Flight 93 today.

Saturday, December 12, 2009
Holiday Wreaths to be Laid at Fayetteville National Cemetery to Honor Veterans as Part of "Walmart Gives Back" Holiday Giving Campaign

Wreaths Across America and Walmart will recognize the sacrifices of our nation’s veterans with a wreath laying ceremony at Fayetteville National Cemetery today.

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