Success
of Previous Clothing Drives Leads to Continued Partnership to Help Those in
Need
(ALEXANDRIA, VA) -- Based on the success of two previous events, Stein Mart
has again partnered with The Salvation Army for the national Give & Receive clothing drive,
October 1-3. In a year that has brought financial challenges to many Americans
and with the winter months fast approaching, Stein Mart and The Salvation Army
have decided to team up for the second time in 2009 to help those who might be
in need of clothes for the winter season. Shoppers who bring clean, gently used
garments in good condition to any Stein Mart store during the Give & Receive event will receive
savings on new fall fashions and much more.
Stein
Mart previously teamed with The Salvation Army for Give & Receive events in October 2008 and February 2009. In total,
approximately 800,000 pieces of clothing have been donated by Stein Mart
shoppers to help replenish The Salvation Army Thrift and Family Stores. All
proceeds from the Thrift and Family Stores directly support The Salvation
Army's Adult Rehabilitation Centers, where over 340,000 men and women turned
their lives around in 2008.
For
each item donated, contributors will receive a coupon for 20% off any item.*
Those who donate will have the opportunity to redeem their coupons on a variety
of items including fashion apparel for women, men and children from many top
designers and brands, as well as accessories, gifts, linens and shoes.
"We
are proud to once again partner with Salvation Army," said Stein Mart chairman
Jay Stein. "Our loyal customers continuously step up to join us in our efforts
to support this valued organization. We are honored to again have this
opportunity to help those in need and hope to make this an ongoing initiative."
"We
were greatly encouraged by the success of last year's partnership with Stein
Mart, which demonstrated that even during times of economic uncertainty, people
are still able and willing to give generously," said Major George Hood,
National Community Relations and Development Secretary for The Salvation Army.
"With winter months fast approaching, The Salvation Army appreciates the
continued support of Stein Mart and its customers, who have allowed us to
provide critical services to those in need."