True Value Paints a Brighter Future for Youth

Annual grant program provides resources for local community youth spaces

True Value has just awarded 171 grants to stores across the U.S. and abroad through the True Value Foundation to support local stores creating and refreshing community spaces for kids and teens.

Each year, the company (through its foundation) awards paint and paint sundries to local True Value retailers partnering with schools, Boys & Girls Clubs, and youth-focused nonprofits as part of its Painting a Brighter Future program. 

“This is an investment in the next generation, neighborhood by neighborhood,” said President of True Value Dent Johnson. “Painting a Brighter Future is an exceptional program we’re proud to continue offering to our stores. It allows them to strengthen their role as community leaders and address local needs, which is what True Value is all about.” 

The 171 stores participating this year received 3,420 gallons of paint, which will cover 1.4 million square feet of refreshed spaces to welcome children into environments designed just for them.

“These schools, Boys & Girls Clubs, and youth-focused nonprofits are all places to grow and educate our youth. Just like we want our homes to reflect us, it’s critical for these spaces to demonstrate clear commitment and support,” said John Vanderpool, Senior Vice President of True Value Manufacturing and head of True Value Foundation. “True Value is always so proud of our stores as the heartbeat of their communities, and these grants prove it,” he added.

About True Value

For more than 75 years, True Value has empowered independent retailers to become a recognized, trusted fixture on Main Streets everywhere through its iconic brand. From expansive product sets and market-customized assortments to innovative marketing programs and value-added services, True Value is the partner for all things hardware. Now part of the Do it Best Group, the world’s largest independent home improvement co-op, True Value continues to support thousands of stores globally while retaining an independent spirit, community focus, and its trusted legacy brand.

Contact:

Nadia Hill – Media Contact – nadia.hill@truevalue.com

Source: Do It Best Corp.