Kohl's donates nearly $1 million in donations to 4 Milwaukee nonprofits

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Kohl's announced Thursday, Sept. 21, nearly $1 million in donations to four Milwaukee nonprofit organizations. 

The four nonprofits are Employ Milwaukee, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee, National Alliance on Mental Illness of Southeast Wisconsin, and Greater Milwaukee Urban League.

According to a news release, the $1 million in funding will support providing accessible opportunities and better resources for Milwaukee-area youth and families. 

With 16 local partners, Kohl’s and Kohl’s Cares have donated more than $4 million to Milwaukee-area nonprofits through the company’s hometown partnerships so far in 2023 alone.

The donations further Kohl's progress on the company's commitment to donate $20 million to diverse communities by 2025. 

“Kohl’s is dedicated to helping build stronger, healthier, and happier communities in our hometown and nationwide. These grants are an illustration of that commitment,” said Tara Geiter, Kohl’s director of community relations. “We are proud to continue our partnerships with these incredible nonprofits, who are making a difference and creating more equitable outcomes for all families in Milwaukee.”