DSW Inc., the leading branded footwear and accessories retailer, continues and commits to give back to the community through its Shoe Lovers Care Leave Your Mark program.
After tallying online votes from shoe lovers all over the world, DSW awarded the designated $75,000 grant to Autism Speaks. Kenneth Alumbaugh from Leander, Texas nominated Autism Speaks. Autism Speaks has grown into the world’s leading autism science and advocacy organization, dedicated to funding research into the causes, prevention, treatments and a cure for autism; increasing awareness of autism spectrum disorders; and advocating for the needs of individuals with autism and their families.
DSW “shoe lovers” or employees nominated more than 200 non-profit organizations that they are most passionate about, to have the opportunity to win a grant. Finalists were selected by DSW and then presented via social media for public voting. Voting wrapped up in late June 2013.
A check was presented on June 28, 2013 at the Autism Speaks headquarters in New York City. Kenneth Alumbaugh, Merchandise Manager from a DSW store (Texas), Mike MacDonald, president & CEO, Holly Ross, HR Manager, were present from DSW.
About DSW Inc.
DSW is the destination for savvy Shoe Lovers everywhere. Customers experience a breathtaking assortment of designer shoes and boots at everyday value prices in a convenient assisted self-select shopping environment. Aisles are filled with the latest trends in men’s and women’s shoes – including flats, pumps, boots, booties, sandals, wedges and athletic shoes! DSW also features a variety of styles for special occasions—perfect for a wedding or party. For an even larger selection, dsw.com offers more styles, extended sizes, kids’ shoes and Luxe810 which offers top luxury brands up to 50% off.
DSW offers a free, award-winning loyalty program, DSW Rewards, where customers earn certificates toward future DSW purchases and receive special member-only offers. Customers can also participate in a lively Shoe Lover community on Facebook to receive exclusive offers and giveaways, including chances to win free shoes on Facebook each Tuesday during “Free Shoesday.”
As of April 16, 2013, DSW operates 375 stores in 41 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, and operates an e-commerce site,http://www.dsw.com, and a mobile website, http://m.dsw.com. DSW also supplies footwear to 347 leased locations in the United States under the Affiliated Business Group. For store locations and additional information about DSW, visit http://www.dswinc.com. Follow DSW on Twitter athttp://twitter.com/DSWShoeLovers and like DSW on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/DSW.
Source: DSW Inc.
