Kohl's 2006 Annual Report Download - page 16

INNOVATION with Spirit
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“Our Associates are
leading by example,
following their hearts,
inspiring others and
making a real difference
for children in our
communities.”
Ins
p
iration
The District 16 A-Team in western
Michigan won the “Kohl’s Award of
Excellence” three years in a row.
We believe that caring for our friends,
neighbors and families is what
communities are all about. From the
volunteer support of our Associates to
our corporate fi nancial contributions,
we want to have a positive impact in
each community we serve. In 2006, we
provided approximately $33 million to
support our communities across the U.S.
Our Associates are leading by example,
following their hearts, inspiring others
and making a real difference for children
in our communities through the Kohl’s
A-Team. As A-Team members, our
Associates choose youth-focused non-
profi t organizations they want to support.
After they have given the gift of time and
talent to the organization, they become
eligible for a corporate grant given
directly to their charity.
We are proud of our Associates and
their commitment to their communities.
In 2006, A-Team members volunteered
over 57,800 hours, a 171% increase over
2005, raising over $1.2 million.
Kohl’s Cares for Kids is a promise
of hope for a brighter, healthier future
for children in our communities.
Throughout the year, we sell special
Kohl’s Cares for Kids merchandise with
100% of the net profi ts supporting
health and educational opportunities
for children. Our well-established
Kohl’s Cares for Kids children’s hospital
program continues to grow. In 2006,
we partnered with 143 hospitals in
45 states.
Our annual Kohl’s Kids Who Care
scholarship program gives us the
opportunity to recognize and reward youth
who volunteer in their communities. In
2006, we recognized 152 young volunteers
with Kohl’s Kids Who Care scholarships
totaling more than $200,000.