Abled Network and Macy’s Partner to Shop for a Cause

Abled Network , a Kitsap County, Washington  non-profit that works with disabled, partners with Macy’s for the Sixth Annual Shop For A Cause Day.
Macy’s helps local charity raise funds and awareness for important cause

POULSBO,WA 08-14-2011- Macy’s will partner with Abled Network , to invite customers to participate in Macy’s sixth annual “Shop for a Cause” charity shopping event. Macy’s 2011 Shop for a Cause will take place on August 27, 2011, customers can purchase tickets now from Abled Network, right here. Just in time for great back to school savings.

Why Shop For A Cause?

Macy’s Shop for a Cause is a unique one-day-only shopping event created to support local charities’ fundraising efforts, which has helped raised more than $38 million for charities across the country since 2006.
“Macy’s is committed to giving back to our local communities. Our annual Shop for a Cause Program, which has raised more than $38 million for local and national charities in the past five years, is meaningful for us because it gives our customers and associates an opportunity to give back to the local charities, schools and non-profits that matter a great deal to them,” said Martine Reardon, Macy’s Executive Vice President of Marketing. “We are proud to offer our customers an easy way to make a positive difference while enjoying great savings at Macy’s.”

Macy’s has provided Abled Network with shopping passes to sell for $5 each. The organization will keep 100% of every ticket it sells. The more Abled Network sells, the more money it will raise!

What your Shop for a Cause pass will do?

By purchasing a shopping pass to the event from Abled Network, customers support taking the “dis” out of disability, by helping DD customers to participate in community and recreational activities, while enjoying a day of spectacular discounts, entertainment, and special events. Pass holders will enjoy special discounts on most regular, sale and clearance purchases all day. Some exclusions apply.

“This is a fantastic opportunity for Abled Network to share knowledge and growth, by connecting disabled customers to the community of possabilities.”

About Macy’s
Macy’s, the largest retail brand of Macy’s, Inc., delivers fashion and affordable luxury to customers at more than 800 locations in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Guam. Macy’s stores and macys.com offer distinctive assortments including the most desired family of exclusive and fashion brands for him, her and home. Macy’s is known for such epic events as Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks® and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®, as well as spectacular fashion shows, culinary events, flower shows and celebrity appearances. Building on a 150-year tradition, Macy’s helps strengthen communities by supporting local and national charities that make a difference in the lives of our customers.

So, please facebook, and tweet where you got your pass to Shop for a Cause. Go to this URL http://goo.gl/ARqrD and you will be able to donate the $5 for your ticket. You will then get an email with the link to the Macy’s Shop for a Cause pass, to print out and use. Don’t forget to enter to win, a $500 gift card from Macy’s, as well as, enjoy your 25% discount on shop day.   You can even shop online at any Macy’s and use your pass.  Hurry, only 13 days left! Shop day is August 27th, 2011.