What People Are Saying
Community Support
At Walmart, we believe in operating globally, but giving back locally. That’s why we make the majority of our charitable donations at the local level, where we can have the most impact on improving people’s lives. Walmart has been named the largest corporate cash donor in America. We gave away $296 million in 2007. Our Walmart jobs and opportunity zones help give small businesses the tools they need to grow.
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"Clearly, we are excited that the largest retailer [Walmart] sees value in building here… It speaks well for the community in these tough times. It's a positive sign for the economy. I'm tickled they chose us."
Kevin Beeson, Township Supervisor, Town River Township, MI, Morning Sun
1/26/2010
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“What [Walmart] has done is opened up our trading area, it's made people come from a longer distance to come to Flin Flon to shop.”
Joe Buie, President, Flin Flon & District Chamber of Commerce, The Canadian Press
1/24/2010
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“For us, first of all, I just want to say thank you to Walmart for supporting our military families. Really, this support means a lot to these families. It really ensures that they will be able to meet some basic needs and provide a good holiday for their kids.”
Rebecca Drobnick, President, Operation Homefront Ohio, Today Show
12/25/2009
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"We are grateful for the Walmart Foundation's interest in our programs and their generous grant award. We extend our thanks to the Pottstown store, its manger and its employees for supporting the needs of their neighbors. This money will be used to supplement the needs of those hungry in our community who rely on our services to keep food on their tables."
Barbara Wilhelmy, Executive Director, Pottstown Cluster of Religious Communities, Pottstown Mercury
12/25/2009
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"The Walmart Foundation's donations serve as a great example of a corporation choosing to support the community and directly help people in need… As the state of Ohio does everything it can to address the needs of our people, we welcome the opportunity to work with all those in the private sector who can invest in programs that help Ohioans who are struggling this winter season."
The Honorable Ted Strickland, Governor, State of Ohio, Food & Beverage Close-Up
12/18/2009
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