Ace Foundation
At Ace, we pride ourselves on being the helpful place. And what better way to help than to give back to our local communities and those in need. The Ace Foundation has raised over $50 million since 1991 to help sick and injured kids through our partnership with Children's Miracle Network (CMN) Hospitals. We also support the American Red Cross Natural Disaster Relief Fund through volunteer hours and donations of work gloves, shovels, mops, bottled water and more.
A highlight of our partnership with CMN Hospitals was our 2011 sponsorship of their Champions program. One child/patient was selected to represent each of the 50 states and Washington, D.C. These kids, known as Champions, were the faces of the charity throughout the year. The culmination of the program happened in October when the Champions traveled to Walt Disney World and Washington D.C. Accompanied by some members of the Ace family, including President and CEO Ray Griffith, Board Member Gina Schaefer and Ace Foundation President Jimmy Alexander, the kids had an extraordinary time and truly inspired everyone around them.
In 2012, Ace is proud to once again serve as a sponsor of the Champions program. In support of this, from October 1-31, participating Ace Hardware stores will be selling "Champions" icons for a $1 donation or more. The best part is that 100% of the money raised at each store will stay in that specific community, benefiting the closest CMN Hospital.
Beyond the month of October, the Ace Foundation and our retail stores organize a myriad of fundraising initiatives, many of which our generous customers are welcome to get involved in. These fun and unique experiences raise much-needed funds that ultimately have the power to change lives and help sick kids being treated at Children's Miracle Network Hospitals throughout the U.S.
To learn more about the Ace Foundation or any of our fundraising initiatives, email cmnace@acehardware.com.
In 2012, Ace is proud to once again serve as a sponsor of the Champions program. In support of this, from October 1-31, participating Ace Hardware stores will be selling "Champions" icons for a $1 donation or more. The best part is that 100% of the money raised at each store will stay in that specific community, benefiting the closest CMN Hospital.
Beyond the month of October, the Ace Foundation and our retail stores organize a myriad of fundraising initiatives, many of which our generous customers are welcome to get involved in. These fun and unique experiences raise much-needed funds that ultimately have the power to change lives and help sick kids being treated at Children's Miracle Network Hospitals throughout the U.S.
To learn more about the Ace Foundation or any of our fundraising initiatives, email cmnace@acehardware.com.
The purpose of the American Red Cross Natural Disaster Relief Fund is to provide relief to victims of natural disasters. Each year, thousands of people around the country are affected by powerful disruptive disasters such as tornadoes, floods, fires, hurricanes and earthquakes. The Red Cross is synonymous with lending a much-needed helping hand in these difficult situations.
As a national company with members in more than 4,200 domestic locations, it's no surprise that members of our own Ace family have experienced the often-devastating effects of a natural disaster. The Ace Hardware Foundation is proud to partner with the American Red Cross to support our neighbors in times of need.
As a national company with members in more than 4,200 domestic locations, it's no surprise that members of our own Ace family have experienced the often-devastating effects of a natural disaster. The Ace Hardware Foundation is proud to partner with the American Red Cross to support our neighbors in times of need.
Ready When the Time Comes
Currently, there are 25 Oak Brook, IL - based Ace team members trained by the Red Cross to handle shelter work in the event of disaster. Their responsibilities range from setting up cots and registering people to mass feeding and perhaps, just lending an ear to those who need comfort. Certain disasters can happen locally such as fires, floods and blizzards or take place far away like the earthquake in Haiti. In any of the cases, American Red Cross shelters provide housing and food for thousands of people annually.
Currently, there are 25 Oak Brook, IL - based Ace team members trained by the Red Cross to handle shelter work in the event of disaster. Their responsibilities range from setting up cots and registering people to mass feeding and perhaps, just lending an ear to those who need comfort. Certain disasters can happen locally such as fires, floods and blizzards or take place far away like the earthquake in Haiti. In any of the cases, American Red Cross shelters provide housing and food for thousands of people annually.
