Colorado Springs, CO – September 26, 2024 – Burlington Stores, a leading national discount retailer, invites the media to join us for a special event celebrating a generous $5,000 donation to Twain Elementary School in The Colorado Springs School District 11. This donation, made possible through Burlington's partnership with the national non-profit organization, AdoptAClassroom.org, will provide essential school supplies for students, ensuring they have the tools they need to succeed.
Event Details:
Date: Friday, September 27, 2024
Time: 8:30 AM
Location: Burlington Coat Factory, Citadel Crossing SC, 545 N Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
This celebration will coincide with the new Burlington location's ribbon-cutting and grand opening ceremony. The $5,000 donation will directly support classrooms at Twain Elementary, allowing teachers to purchase much-needed classroom items. Local district and city leaders plan on being in attendance.
Principal Boudreaux expressed gratitude for this initiative, stating, “On behalf of the District and our school, I would like to welcome our new local Burlington store to Colorado Springs and thank them for their generous donation. Our teachers are excited to acquire the tools they need for their students this year. We are thankful for the support we received from Burlington and AdoptAClassroom.org.”
Burlington's commitment to community giving goes beyond retail; with each new store opening, they aim to empower local schools and students by adopting and funding classrooms. The new Burlington location is now open, offering "wow-deals" for families and homes alike.
About Burlington Stores, Inc.
Headquartered in New Jersey, Burlington Stores, Inc. is a Fortune 500 off-price retailer with a robust presence across the U.S. As of the first quarter of Fiscal 2024, the company operates 1,021 stores and is known for providing high-quality merchandise at significant savings. For more information, visit www.burlington.com.
About AdoptAClassroom.org
Founded in 1998, AdoptAClassroom.org is dedicated to equipping teachers and students with the necessary tools for success. With a proven track record of raising $73 million to support 7 million students nationwide, the organization holds top ratings for transparency and accountability. Learn more at www.adoptaclassroom.org.
We look forward to seeing you at the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony as we celebrate this exciting partnership and support our local students!