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Business Wire
19-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
BJ's Wholesale Club Gives $1.25 Million to Help Reduce Hunger, Starting in Massachusetts
MARLBOROUGH, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- BJ's Wholesale Club (NYSE: BJ) announced today that it is donating $1.25 million to help reduce hunger, starting with grants in the company's home state of Massachusetts. From new trucks to refrigeration units to renovations, the funds will help food banks and pantries increase their capacity to meet growing need. The grants, given by BJ's Charitable Foundation, will be used across the company's footprint. 'BJ's Wholesale Club is driven by a powerful purpose: taking care of the families who depend on us,' said Bob Eddy, Chairman and CEO, BJ's Wholesale Club. 'For over 40 years, BJ's has made a positive difference in all the communities where we live and work. Living our purpose has always started right here in Massachusetts.' The funds will enable Franklin Food Pantry in Franklin, Mass. to purchase a new refrigerated truck and two commercial cooling units. Franklin Food Pantry serves nearly 25,000 people annually and saw a 38% increase in demand for hunger relief services from 2023 to 2024 – with the demand continuing to grow in the current program year. 'The generous support from BJ's Wholesale Club is invaluable. With these new resources we're able to improve efficiency and serve more community members,' said Tina Powderly, Executive Director of Franklin Food Pantry. 'We're truly grateful for our ongoing partnership as we work together to nourish our neighbors.' Additional donations in Massachusetts will support community café renovations at Pearl Street Cupboard and Café in Framingham, the purchase of two commercial refrigerators at Marlborough Community Cupboard and a new box truck for El Buen Samaritano in Worcester. Combined, these organizations serve over 100,000 local residents each year. According to Feeding America, 47 million people in the United States, including 1 in 5 children, are food insecure – the highest rate in 10 years. Through these capacity-building grants, BJ's Charitable Foundation continues its long-time partnership with Feeding America. For over 15 years, the partnership has provided more than 155 million meals for those in need. 'For more than 15 years, BJ's Wholesale Club has been a partner in the movement to end hunger in our communities,' said Lauren Biedron, Senior Vice President of Corporate Partnerships from Feeding America. 'Our relationship with BJ's is critical to meeting the increasing demand many local food banks and pantries face as millions of people turn to them for vital support. We are grateful for their generous financial support and donations of produce, meat and dairy products to ensure that everyone has access to the food and resources they need to thrive.' Additional capacity-building grants will go to: Community FoodBank of New Jersey in Hillside, NJ Feeding South Florida in Pembroke Park, FL Connecticut Foodshare in Wallingford, CT Philabundance in Philadelphia, PA Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida in Orlando, FL City Harvest in New York, NY Forgotten Harvest in Oak Park, MI Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee in Maryville, TN Dare to Care Food Bank in Louisville, KY Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana in Indianapolis, IN BJ's has a longstanding commitment to the communities where its members live and work. Established in 2004, the BJ's Charitable Foundation provides essential needs to families through local and national non-profit partnerships. The Foundation focuses its giving efforts on three main pillars: hunger relief, education and health and wellness. About BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BJ) is a leading operator of membership warehouse clubs focused on delivering significant value to its members and serving a shared purpose: 'We take care of the families who depend on us.' The company provides a wide assortment of fresh foods, produce, a full-service deli, fresh bakery, household essentials, various exclusive offerings, gas and more to deliver unbeatable value to smart-saving families. Headquartered in Marlborough, Massachusetts, the company pioneered the warehouse club model in New England in 1984 and currently operates 255 clubs and 190 BJ's Gas ® locations in 21 states. For more information, please visit us at or on Facebook, or Instagram.
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
BJ's Wholesale Club Plans New Location in Springfield, Massachusetts
Springfield Club Marks First New Massachusetts Location since 2012 MARLBOROUGH, Mass., June 17, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BJ's Wholesale Club (NYSE: BJ) announced today that it plans to open a new club in Springfield, Massachusetts later this year. The club, which will be located at 1655 Boston Road, will mark the Massachusetts-based company's first new location in its home state in thirteen years. BJ's Wholesale Club opened its doors in Medford, Mass. in 1984 and now operates 25 clubs and 20 gas stations throughout the state. BJ's Wholesale Club has announced plans for 25-30 new clubs over the next two fiscal years – including several locations in Texas. "For more than 40 years BJ's has been delivering unbeatable value to families – and that all started right here in Massachusetts," said Bob Eddy, Chairman and CEO, BJ's Wholesale Club. "As we've become one of the largest companies based in Massachusetts, we're excited to continue growing in our own backyard – contributing to our communities and helping take care of the families who depend on us." BJ's has a longstanding commitment to nourishing its communities. For over 15 years, it has worked with Feeding America and its network of food banks, providing more than 155 million meals for those in need. In Springfield, BJ's is partnering with The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. Once open, the new club will donate produce, meat, dairy products and more each week. BJ's offers unmatched value on everyday essentials in a convenient one-stop shop. Members save on fresh foods, produce, full-service deli items, fresh bakery goods, household essentials, home décor, pet supplies, toys, consumer electronics and more. BJ's members love the true treasure-hunt shopping experience, finding new and exciting items with every visit. BJ's members can choose from several time-saving options whether shopping online or in-club. Curbside pick-up, in-club pick-up, same-day delivery* and standard delivery are available on while members shopping in-club can use ExpressPay** through the BJ's mobile app to scan products as they shop and skip the checkout line. Additional member perks include: Unbeatable grocery store prices: Members can save up to 25% off grocery store prices every day A risk-free membership: Shoppers can try BJ's risk-free with the company's 100% money-back guaranteed membership BJ's coupons + manufacturers' coupons: Members can combine BJ's coupons with many manufacturers' coupons for maximum savings Shoppers can learn more about by visiting The new BJ's Wholesale Club in Springfield is expected to create between 100-150 jobs. Team member development and training are a central focus at BJ's Wholesale Club. Those interested in becoming a BJ's team member can visit for information on available opportunities. About BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BJ) is a leading operator of membership warehouse clubs focused on delivering significant value to its members and serving a shared purpose: "We take care of the families who depend on us." The company provides a wide assortment of fresh foods, produce, a full-service deli, fresh bakery, household essentials, various exclusive offerings, gas and more to deliver unbeatable value to smart-saving families. Headquartered in Marlborough, Massachusetts, the company pioneered the warehouse club model in New England in 1984 and currently operates 255 clubs and 190 BJ's Gas® locations in 21 states. For more information, please visit us at or on Facebook, or Instagram. *Not available in all ZIP codes. Log in to your account to confirm availability. **30 item and $750 limit/transaction. No paper coupons. No gift card, alcohol, cigarette, propane, appliance, firework, tire, or security-protected item purchases. View source version on Contacts Media: Kirk SavilleHead of Corporate CommunicationsBJ's Wholesale Clubksaville@ 774-512-5597Briana KeeneSr. Manager, External CommunicationsBJ's Wholesale Clubbkeene@ 774-512-6802 Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
17-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
BJ's Wholesale Club Plans New Location in Springfield, Massachusetts
MARLBOROUGH, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- BJ's Wholesale Club (NYSE: BJ) announced today that it plans to open a new club in Springfield, Massachusetts later this year. The club, which will be located at 1655 Boston Road, will mark the Massachusetts-based company's first new location in its home state in thirteen years. BJ's Wholesale Club opened its doors in Medford, Mass. in 1984 and now operates 25 clubs and 20 gas stations throughout the state. BJ's Wholesale Club has announced plans for 25-30 new clubs over the next two fiscal years – including several locations in Texas. 'For more than 40 years BJ's has been delivering unbeatable value to families – and that all started right here in Massachusetts,' said Bob Eddy, Chairman and CEO, BJ's Wholesale Club. 'As we've become one of the largest companies based in Massachusetts, we're excited to continue growing in our own backyard – contributing to our communities and helping take care of the families who depend on us.' BJ's has a longstanding commitment to nourishing its communities. For over 15 years, it has worked with Feeding America and its network of food banks, providing more than 155 million meals for those in need. In Springfield, BJ's is partnering with The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. Once open, the new club will donate produce, meat, dairy products and more each week. BJ's offers unmatched value on everyday essentials in a convenient one-stop shop. Members save on fresh foods, produce, full-service deli items, fresh bakery goods, household essentials, home décor, pet supplies, toys, consumer electronics and more. BJ's members love the true treasure-hunt shopping experience, finding new and exciting items with every visit. BJ's members can choose from several time-saving options whether shopping online or in-club. Curbside pick-up, in-club pick-up, same-day delivery * and standard delivery are available on while members shopping in-club can use ExpressPay ** through the BJ's mobile app to scan products as they shop and skip the checkout line. Additional member perks include: Unbeatable grocery store prices: Members can save up to 25% off grocery store prices every day A risk-free membership: Shoppers can try BJ's risk-free with the company's 100% money-back guaranteed membership BJ's coupons + manufacturers' coupons: Members can combine BJ's coupons with many manufacturers' coupons for maximum savings Shoppers can learn more about by visiting The new BJ's Wholesale Club in Springfield is expected to create between 100-150 jobs. Team member development and training are a central focus at BJ's Wholesale Club. Those interested in becoming a BJ's team member can visit for information on available opportunities. About BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BJ) is a leading operator of membership warehouse clubs focused on delivering significant value to its members and serving a shared purpose: 'We take care of the families who depend on us.' The company provides a wide assortment of fresh foods, produce, a full-service deli, fresh bakery, household essentials, various exclusive offerings, gas and more to deliver unbeatable value to smart-saving families. Headquartered in Marlborough, Massachusetts, the company pioneered the warehouse club model in New England in 1984 and currently operates 255 clubs and 190 BJ's Gas ® locations in 21 states. For more information, please visit us at or on Facebook, or Instagram. * Not available in all ZIP codes. Log in to your account to confirm availability. ** 30 item and $750 limit/transaction. No paper coupons. No gift card, alcohol, cigarette, propane, appliance, firework, tire, or security-protected item purchases.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
BJ's Wholesale Club says it will open Springfield location later this year
SPRINGFIELD — BJ's Wholesale Club announced this week it plans to open its location along Boston Road this winter, according to a page on its website and a statement issued Friday morning. The Marlborough-based retailer said the Springfield site will be the first time in 13 years it is opening a new location in Massachusetts. Once opened, BJ's Wholesale said the location — that will include a gas station — will employ between 100 to 150 people and also conduct weekly donations to the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. The new store at 1655 Boston Road is at the former site of the Eastfield Mall, which was demolished last year. The property is being redeveloped by Onyx Partners into Springfield Crossing, a development that advertising materials have said include Hobby Lobby and Target stores. BJ's Wholesale operates 25 locations across the state, including a store in Chicopee. 'As we've become one of the largest companies based in Massachusetts, we're excited to continue growing in our own backyard — contributing to our communities and helping take care of the families who depend on us," BJ's Wholesale CEO and Chairman Bob Eddy said in a statement. BJ's Wholesale, which began in 1984, has 255 retail locations across 21 states, according to its statement, and it plans to open about 25 to 30 new stores in the next two fiscal years, which also includes expanding its presence into Texas. The retailer shared details about its Springfield location days after it told its investors it had 'a strong start' to its 2025 fiscal year in the first quarter —where income from membership fees increased 8.1%, compared to the same period last year, and it opened four gas stations and five new stores. Juneteenth Jubilee block party, family fun day returns to Springfield Hadley Asparagus Fest bumped to 2026 by weather, logistics Saturday concert in Northampton to aid Palestinian school Motorcyclist suffers serious injuries in West Springfield crash Read the original article on MassLive.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
New BJ's Wholesale Club location coming to Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – A new wholesale club will be opening a location in the Springfield area later this year. Springfield woman arrested for DUI, files false report after hitting trooper In a news release sent to 22News from a communications agency, a new BJ's Wholesale Club will be located at 1655 Boston Road, the site of Springfield Crossing, a new mall coming to Springfield. There is no specific date for the opening, however it is slated to open later this year. This new location will be the club's first new store in Massachusetts in 13 years. The new club will also create 100 to 150 new jobs, provide weekly food donations to The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts, and offer savings of up to 25 percent off grocery store prices to its members. Springfield Crossing is under construction with an expected cost $65-$85 million, and will bring stores like PetSmart, Hobby Lobby, and Skechers to the neighborhood. Developers have also included Chick-fil-A and Chipotle, all of which are confirmed for the site. BJ's is a Marlborough-based company that launched in Medford in 1984 and plans to open 25 to 30 new clubs over the next two fiscal years. 'For more than 40 years, BJ's has been delivering unbeatable value to families – and that all started right here in Massachusetts,' said Bob Eddy, Chairman and CEO, BJ's Wholesale Club. 'As we've become one of the largest companies based in Massachusetts, we're excited to continue growing in our backyard – contributing to our communities and helping take care of the families who depend on us.' WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
