Extreme Value Retailer Fundraising Campaign
Benefits 132 Partner Food Banks
HARRISBURG, Pa., May 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ollie's Bargain
Outlet Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: OLLI), America's largest retailer of
brand name closeout merchandise and excess inventory, is proud to
announce that it raised more than $791,000 for Feeding America through an in-store
fundraising campaign, which ran from March
10th to April
14th. Collected by 513 participating Ollie's
stores in 30 states, these donations will benefit 132 Feeding
America partner food banks in communities that Ollie's serves.
"Thousands of families across the country experience food
insecurity every day. That is why it's more important than ever to
continue our partnership with Feeding America to help deliver much
needed assistance to people in the communities that we serve," said
John Swygert, President and Chief
Executive Officer of Ollie's. "Thanks to our hardworking associates
and generous Ollie's customers, we have raised more than ever
before this year to support families facing hunger across 30
states."
"Food banks across the country have reported increased
needs from the growing number of people experiencing food
insecurity," said Lauren Biedron,
Senior Vice President of Corporate Partnerships at Feeding America.
"With one in seven people facing hunger in the U.S., we are
grateful for partners like Ollie's, whose support helps people in
accessing the food everyone deserves."
About Ollie's
We are America's largest retailer
of closeout merchandise and excess inventory, selling Real Brands
at Real Bargain prices®! We offer extreme value on brand
name products in a variety of departments, including housewares,
food, books, stationery, bed & bath, rugs & flooring, toys,
health & beauty aids, and more. We currently operate 514 stores
in 30 states and growing!
For more information, visit www.ollies.us
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