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6 days ago
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Walmart, Sam's Club and the Walmart Foundation Commit up to $500,000 to Support Texas Flood Relief Efforts
Supporting Impacted Communities in South Texas BENTONVILLE, Ark., July 07, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Walmart, along with Sam's Club and the Walmart Foundation, are stepping up to support communities in South Texas following the devastating floods. Together, they are committing up to $500,000 in grants and in-kind donations to support relief efforts in the region. This includes up to a $250,000 match of customer and member donations, that can soon be made online or in-stores and clubs in Texas, through the Walmart and Salvation Army match campaign. Following the catastrophic floods—Walmart, Sam's Club, and the Walmart Foundation have also been working with nonprofit organizations to provide essential resources, including: At the Walmart Supercenter in Kerrville (Store #508), Operation BBQ Relief is offering free hot meals beginning July 7 at 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Additionally, Tides Loads of Hope laundry trucks and showers provided by Matthew 25: Ministries, Procter & Gamble and Walmart will be deployed to the area. Walmart and the Walmart Foundation funded local partners including the American Red Cross and The Salvation Army with food, water and other supplies. "We are heartbroken by the devastation our associates, friends and neighbors in Texas are facing, especially the families of those who have lost loved ones," John Furner, President and CEO, Walmart U.S. "We're working hand-in-hand with local leaders and first responders to ensure help reaches those who need it most." "Our hearts go out to the families, associates and members affected by this disaster," said Chris Nicholas, President and CEO, Sam's Club. "We will stand by the Kerrville community and help provide the resources and support they need as they recover and rebuild." For those associates, customers and communities affected, Walmart is providing the support you need through this challenging time. For more information, visit Walmart Disaster Response. About Walmart Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) is a people-led, tech-powered omnichannel retailer helping people save money and live better — anytime and anywhere — in stores, online, and through their mobile devices. Each week, approximately 255 million customers and members visit more than 10,500 stores and numerous eCommerce websites in 19 countries. With fiscal year 2024 revenue of $648 billion, Walmart employs approximately 2.1 million associates worldwide. Walmart continues to be a leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy, and employment opportunity. Additional information about Walmart can be found by visiting on Facebook at on X (formerly known as Twitter) at and on LinkedIn at About Sam's Club Sam's Club, the $90 billion division of Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT), is a membership club that is pioneering the future of retail experience, providing exclusive access to value, convenience and modern omnichannel shopping options to millions of members in 600 clubs across the U.S. and Puerto Rico. With over 40 years of innovating in the category, Sam's Club continues to redefine club membership shopping with its curated assortment of quality fresh food and Member's Mark® items, in addition to market leading technologies and services like Scan & Go™️, curbside pickup and home delivery. Visit the Sam's Club Newsroom, shop at or connect with Sam's Club on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Pinterest. About Philanthropy at Walmart represents the philanthropic efforts of Walmart and the Walmart Foundation. The team works to tackle key social and environmental issues relevant for the retail sector in collaboration with others to spark long-lasting systemic change. View source version on Contacts Media Contact: Walmart Media RelationsPhone: 1-800-331-0085Email: press@ 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
6 days ago
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Walmart, Sam's Club and the Walmart Foundation Commit up to $500,000 to Support Texas Flood Relief Efforts
BENTONVILLE, Ark.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Walmart, along with Sam's Club and the Walmart Foundation, are stepping up to support communities in South Texas following the devastating floods. Together, they are committing up to $500,000 in grants and in-kind donations to support relief efforts in the region. This includes up to a $250,000 match of customer and member donations, that can soon be made online or in-stores and clubs in Texas, through the Walmart and Salvation Army match campaign. Following the catastrophic floods—Walmart, Sam's Club, and the Walmart Foundation have also been working with nonprofit organizations to provide essential resources, including: At the Walmart Supercenter in Kerrville (Store #508), Operation BBQ Relief is offering free hot meals beginning July 7 at 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Additionally, Tides Loads of Hope laundry trucks and showers provided by Matthew 25: Ministries, Procter & Gamble and Walmart will be deployed to the area. Walmart and the Walmart Foundation funded local partners including the American Red Cross and The Salvation Army with food, water and other supplies. 'We are heartbroken by the devastation our associates, friends and neighbors in Texas are facing, especially the families of those who have lost loved ones,' John Furner, President and CEO, Walmart U.S. 'We're working hand-in-hand with local leaders and first responders to ensure help reaches those who need it most.' 'Our hearts go out to the families, associates and members affected by this disaster,' said Chris Nicholas, President and CEO, Sam's Club. 'We will stand by the Kerrville community and help provide the resources and support they need as they recover and rebuild.' For those associates, customers and communities affected, Walmart is providing the support you need through this challenging time. For more information, visit Walmart Disaster Response. About Walmart Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) is a people-led, tech-powered omnichannel retailer helping people save money and live better — anytime and anywhere — in stores, online, and through their mobile devices. Each week, approximately 255 million customers and members visit more than 10,500 stores and numerous eCommerce websites in 19 countries. With fiscal year 2024 revenue of $648 billion, Walmart employs approximately 2.1 million associates worldwide. Walmart continues to be a leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy, and employment opportunity. Additional information about Walmart can be found by visiting on Facebook at on X (formerly known as Twitter) at and on LinkedIn at About Sam's Club Sam's Club, the $90 billion division of Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT), is a membership club that is pioneering the future of retail experience, providing exclusive access to value, convenience and modern omnichannel shopping options to millions of members in 600 clubs across the U.S. and Puerto Rico. With over 40 years of innovating in the category, Sam's Club continues to redefine club membership shopping with its curated assortment of quality fresh food and Member's Mark® items, in addition to market leading technologies and services like Scan & Go™️, curbside pickup and home delivery. Visit the Sam's Club Newsroom, shop at or connect with Sam's Club on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Pinterest. About Philanthropy at Walmart represents the philanthropic efforts of Walmart and the Walmart Foundation. The team works to tackle key social and environmental issues relevant for the retail sector in collaboration with others to spark long-lasting systemic change.
Business Wire
18-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Walmart, Sam's Club and the Walmart Foundation Commit $750,000 to Support Tornado Relief Efforts
BENTONVILLE, Ark.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Walmart Inc., along with Sam's Club and the Walmart Foundation, is actively supporting impacted communities in Illinois, Kentucky, and Missouri following severe storms that have left thousands with damage to their homes and many others without electricity. Together, they are committing $750,000 to support relief efforts across the impacted areas. Following the devastating storms—particularly in St. Louis, MO, and London and Somerset, KY—Walmart and Sam's Club have been working with nonprofit organizations to provide essential resources, including: In St. Louis: Walmart supported Annie Malone Children & Family Services to deliver two truckloads of supplies to residents. In London, KY: At the Walmart Supercenter (Store #1113), Walmart is offering free hot meals through the support of Operation BBQ Relief. Additionally, Tides Loads of Hope laundry service and showers provided by Matthew 25: Ministries, Procter & Gamble and Walmart will be deployed to the area. Across the impacted areas: With the loss of homes and power, Walmart and Sam's Club have worked with ITDRC to provide wi-fi services and charging stations to those areas. 'We're thinking of our friends and neighbors in Illinois, Kentucky, and Missouri who were impacted by the devastating storms and tornadoes Friday night. The loss of life and the damage to these communities is heartbreaking,' said John Furner, President and CEO, Walmart U.S. 'Our teams are working closely with local leaders and first responders, and we're actively coordinating efforts across Walmart to provide support where it's needed most.' Earlier this year, Walmart, Sam's Club, and the Walmart Foundation provided assistance to several communities in Kentucky and Missouri following severe storms and flooding. 'Our thoughts are with our associates, our members, and the families who have been impacted by the tornadoes in the communities Sam's Club calls home,' said Chris Nicholas, President and CEO, Sam's Club. 'We are moving quickly to provide the support these communities need as they recover from the severe weather.' For those associates, customers, and communities affected, Walmart is providing the support you need through this challenging time. For more information, visit Walmart Disaster Response. About Walmart Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) is a people-led, tech-powered omnichannel retailer helping people save money and live better — anytime and anywhere — in stores, online, and through their mobile devices. Each week, approximately 255 million customers and members visit more than 10,500 stores and numerous eCommerce websites in 19 countries. With fiscal year 2024 revenue of $648 billion, Walmart employs approximately 2.1 million associates worldwide. Walmart continues to be a leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy, and employment opportunity. Additional information about Walmart can be found by visiting on Facebook at on X (formerly known as Twitter) at and on LinkedIn at About Sam's Club Sam's Club, the $86 billion division of Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT), is a membership club that is pioneering the future of retail experience, providing exclusive access to value, convenience and modern omnichannel shopping options to millions of members in 600 clubs across the U.S. and Puerto Rico. With over 40 years of innovating in the category, Sam's Club continues to redefine club membership shopping with its curated assortment of quality fresh food and Member's Mark® items, in addition to market leading technologies and services like Scan & Go™️, curbside pickup and home delivery. Visit the Sam's Club Newsroom, shop at or connect with Sam's Club on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Pinterest. About Philanthropy at Walmart represents the philanthropic efforts of Walmart and the Walmart Foundation. The team works to tackle key social and environmental issues relevant for the retail sector in collaboration with others to spark long-lasting systemic change.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
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Sam's Club to remodel stores in Oklahoma, US as part of 'register-free' move: What to know
Sam's Club is remodeling each of its 600 locations, including all 13 stores in Oklahoma, with a focus on both physical and digital expansions. CEO Chris Nicholas said during Walmart Inc.'s 2025 Investment Community Meeting on April 9 that the company is emphasizing a strategy based on improving membership numbers and expanding physical and digital capabilities. 'This is one of the fastest, most scalable transformations happening in retail today,' said Nicholas in a news release on April 11. 'We're investing with intention — in our fleet, our associates and the member experience — to become the world's best club retailer.' Renovations are set to begin soon, but there is no information available on whether the stores will need to be closed during the process. Check with your local Sam's Club to see if your store will close during renovations. Here's what remodels will do to Oklahoma's 13 locations. The remodeled Sam's Club stores will follow the model of a store that reopened in Grapevine, Texas in late 2024 after it was damaged in an EF-1 tornado in December 2022. After "extensive renovations," the location introduced the company's transition to a "register-free shopping experience." "High-top tables near the showroom and entrance are staffed by member specialists ready to assist anyone new to Scan & Go," the company said in news release in December 2024, adding that the register-free experience was "met with enthusiasm, with the majority of members preferring the streamlined system in its first week." With the new design, customers can explore online exclusives, use Scan & Go to add items to their cart, and ship purchases directly to their doorsteps. All of Sam's Club's locations nationwide will be remodeled, which includes 13 locations in Oklahoma: 1117 W. I-35 Frontage Road, Edmond 802 NW Sheridan Rd, Lawton 6521 SE 29th St, Midwest City 1705 S. Broadway Ave, Moore 3400 W. Main St, Norman 5510 SW Fifth St, Oklahoma City 4101 N. May Ave, Oklahoma City 1900 W. Memorial Rd, Oklahoma City 9000 NW Passage, Oklahoma City 12905 E. 96th St N, Owasso 6922 S. Mingo Rd, Tulsa 4420 S. Sheridan Rd, Tulsa 7757 S. Olympia Ave W, Tulsa This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: Sam's Club to remodel in Oklahoma, US as part of 'register-free' move
Yahoo
28-04-2025
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New Sam's Club to open in San Joaquin County
( — A new Sam's Club is coming to San Joaquin County and local leaders are calling it a 'win for the community.' Sam's Club is a leading national membership retailer with nearly 600 locations throughout the United States. The company selected Lathrop as the site of its newest location in California. It will be located in Stanford Crossing, a new commercial shopping center by Saybrook Fund Advisors along Interstate 5. Camping World location closes amid controversy over flying American flag 'Lathrop's position as California's fastest-growing city makes it an ideal location for retailers,'said Lathrop Mayor Paul Akinjo. 'This is a major win for the community, and we are excited towelcome Sam's Club with open arms.' Sam's Club President and CEO, Chris Nicholas, recently detailed the company'snationwide growth strategy. According to a press release, Sam's Club plans to open about 15 new clubs per year while remodeling all of its locations. It is unclear when the Lathrop location will open, however, officials said a timeline for construction will be released within the next few months. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
