Overview
Do you have a question about the Kohl’s Volunteer Program? Here are some answers to our most frequently asked questions.
Rewarding Volunteer Service—Kohl’s Associates Give Back through the Kohl's Volunteer Program
Corporate Responsibility
Grant Eligibility
- A minimum of five Kohl’s Associates from one Kohl’s location must volunteer for a minimum of three consecutive hours in one day.
- The activity must benefit an eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
- Funds must be used to directly support the organization’s charitable purpose and the community at large.
No. Whether there are five or 105 Associates volunteering from one Kohl’s location, the grant amount remains $500. Additional grants are only awarded if multiple locations participate at the event and meet criteria.
No. There must be a minimum of five Associates from one Kohl’s location volunteering for three consecutive hours in one day. Please reach out to your Kohl’s location prior to the event to confirm volunteer participation.
No. If the event did not take place, the organization will not be eligible for the grant. If the event is not being rescheduled, it should be canceled in the Grant Management System. Nonprofits should work with the event captain at the Kohl's location to cancel the event in the system.
Once a grant has been approved for payment, the processing time is dependent on grant volume and can take four to six weeks for a check to be issued.
Recognition
No. While we appreciate your organization wanting to recognize Kohl’s, as part of our company policy, use of Kohl's, Kohl's Cares® and Kohl's Volunteer Program names and/or logos are not permitted. In lieu of using Kohl’s names and/or logos to promote your event, please allow our Associates to wear their volunteer T-shirts at the event. In addition, we encourage your organization to submit photos and stories of your event through the Grant Management System.
No. While we appreciate your organization’s consideration, we are unable to accept any gifts as a result of our volunteer efforts.