$500,000 in school
supplies will be awarded to assist educators and schools in
low-income communities this back-to-school season
CHICAGO, Aug. 14,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of its 100th
Anniversary, Kleenex® - America's #1 facial tissue brand - is
teaming up with Jenna Bush Hager to give back to schools in
need. To commemorate a century of facing life's moments together in
and out of the classroom, consumers are invited to nominate a
deserving school for a chance to receive $100,000 in school supplies through the education
equity nonprofit, DonorsChoose. An additional 100 schools will
receive $4,000 in DonorsChoose
credits.1
Currently, 94% of teachers spend their own money on classroom
resources, averaging $610 per
year2. As school budgets decline, teachers are
increasingly using their own funds to cover basic classroom
essentials, including facial tissues. From updated technology to
essential supplies, Kleenex's donation aims to create environments
where teachers excel and students thrive on their educational
journeys.
Consumers can visit kleenex100years.com now through Monday, August 26, 2024 to nominate a school of
their choice. Schools will be evaluated based on an objective set
of criteria that reviews the educational enrichment at the school,
effort, and enthusiasm for the project requesting funds, and an
assessment of need. Similar to Kleenex, the selected schools will
be focused on providing students with basic needs to not only
thrive in the classroom but help face life's moments.
Connected by a shared passion for education and commitment to
helping students in need, Kleenex is working with Jenna Bush Hager to raise awareness about the
importance of supporting students in educational spaces and
providing the necessary supplies for daily classroom success.
"Childhood education is something I feel very strongly about and
as a former classroom teacher and reading specialist, I know how
important the right classroom essentials are to help students grow
and thrive," shares Jenna Bush
Hager. "I'm thrilled to partner with Kleenex on this
initiative to celebrate its 100th anniversary, as these donations
will create an environment where teachers can do their job to the
best of their ability and students can thrive on their path to
education and success."
Kleenex recognizes the vital role teachers and schools play in
shaping the future and is committed to supporting their efforts.
Through its four-year partnership with DonorsChoose, Kleenex has
donated over $4.5 million, funding
23,000 DonorsChoose projects, benefiting over 13,000 schools and
making a significant impact on the lives of students and educators
across the country. This year, Kleenex is donating $750,000, which will be distributed among winning
schools and through an on-pack Kleenex promotion.
"For the past 100 years, Kleenex has been by people's side,
helping face life's moments together," said Robert Raines, Vice President of Marketing,
Kleenex® Brand. "We are committed to providing quality products and
are excited to give back to teachers and support their classroom
needs."
For more information on how to donate to DonorsChoose and submit
your school for entry, head to kleenex100years.com.
About Kimberly-Clark
Kimberly-Clark (NYSE: KMB) and
its trusted brands are an indispensable part of life for people in
more than 175 countries. Fueled by ingenuity, creativity, and an
understanding of people's most essential needs, we create products
that help individuals experience more of what's important to them.
Our portfolio of brands, including Huggies, Kleenex, Scott, Kotex,
Cottonelle, Poise, Depend, Andrex, Pull-Ups, GoodNites, Intimus,
Plenitud, Sweety, Softex, Viva and WypAll, hold No. 1 or No. 2
share positions in approximately 70 countries. We use sustainable
practices that support a healthy planet, build strong communities,
and ensure our business thrives for decades to come. We are proud
to be recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies(R) by
Ethisphere for the sixth year in a row and one of Fortune's Most
Innovative Companies in America in 2024. To keep up with the latest
news and to learn more about the company's 150-year history of
innovation, visit the Kimberly-Clark website.
About DonorsChoose
DonorsChoose is the leading way to
give to public schools. Since 2000, 6 million people and partners
have contributed $1.6 billion to
support nearly 3 million teacher requests for classroom resources
and experiences. As the most trusted crowdfunding platform for
teachers, donors, and district administrators alike, DonorsChoose
vets each request, ships the funded resources directly to the
classroom, and provides thank yous and reporting to donors and
school leaders. Charity Navigator and GuideStar have awarded
DonorsChoose, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, their highest ratings for
transparency and accountability. For more information, visit
www.donorschoose.org.
1 NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Kleenex®
100th Anniversary Contest is open only to legal residents of the 50
United States and the D.C., 18+. Starts on 12:00:01 a.m. E.T.
August 5, 2024 and ends on
11:59:59 p.m. ET August 26, 2024. Void where prohibited.
Please see complete official rules at www.kleenex100years.com.
2 DonorsChoose 2023-2024 Teacher Survey
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