Ocean State Job Lot Charitable Foundation to Donate 200 Bikes at Vet Fest 2024 in Philadelphia, PA
Executive Director of Ocean State Job Lot Charitable Foundation is available for interviews
What: David Sarlitto, Executive Director of the Ocean State Job Lot Charitable Foundation, will distribute 200 bikes to children of military families at Vet Fest 2024 at Philadelphia City Hall on Wednesday, June 26th.
The donation is part of OSJL’s Buy-Give-Get program, which is a community-driven initiative designed to provide essential items to those in need through the generosity of OSJL customers coupled with OSJL’s purchasing power. Customers were invited to buy a children’s bike for $100 at any OSJL store, give it back to the store, and get a $100 Crazy Deal Gift Card to use towards future purchases. The program’s success has resulted in the distribution of 1,800 total bikes to children of military families across the Northeast. Previous initiatives have resulted in the distribution of more than 60,000 coats to veterans in need in 2023 alone, and the distribution of thousands of backpacks filled with school supplies to local students in need.
Vet Fest 2024, hosted by Philadelphia City Council President Kenyatta Johnson and the Office of Philadelphia Veteran Affairs and Services, celebrates veterans and veteran organizations. The event will feature employment resources, city services, meetings with council members, veteran service officers, food, entertainment, and more.
OSJL’s participation underscores the community’s commitment to supporting veterans and their families, with the bike donation being a highlight aimed at bringing joy to local children of veterans.
Who: David Sarlitto, Executive Director, the Ocean State Job Lot Charitable Foundation; Philadelphia City Council President Kenyatta Johnson; Manager, Office of Philadelphia Veterans Affairs Wanda Pate Dennis; representatives from various veteran service organizations; local veterans and their families.
When: Wednesday, June 26th 12:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Bike Donation Time: Between 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Speaking Program: 2:00 p.m.
Where: Philadelphia City Hall 1400 John F Kennedy Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA – 19107
About Ocean State Job Lot:
Founded in 1977, Ocean State Job Lot (OSJL) is a growing, privately held discount retail chain with 153 stores in New England, New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, approximately 5,600 employees, and annual sales exceeding $800 million. OSJL Shoppers find an ever-changing array of brand name, first-quality merchandise at closeout prices, including household goods, apparel, pet supplies, seasonal products (holiday, gardening, patio, pool, and beach supplies), and kitchen pantry staples at a fraction of their typical price. The company was named a four-time “Best Employer” by Forbes® Magazine*, a four-time US Best Managed Company by Deloitte, a three-time winner of the Inspiring Workplaces in North America Award, and a Global Top 100 Inspiring Workplaces winner. *Ocean State Job Lot is not affiliated with Forbes®.
The Ocean State Job Lot Charitable Foundation has a long history of philanthropic leadership, supporting numerous causes, including feeding the hungry, helping the homeless, assisting veterans and military families, aiding animal rescue, caring for children, advancing healthcare, supporting the arts, and promoting learning. The Foundation’s operational, administrative, and overhead expenses are covered by Ocean State Job Lot, not the Foundation, ensuring that 100% of every dollar raised through the Foundation goes directly to helping those in need.
Ocean State Job Lot is headquartered in the Quonset Point Business Park at 375 Commerce Park Road, North Kingstown, RI 02852. Phone: (401) 295-2672; Website: OceanStateJobLot.com.
