Mattress Firm Launches Mattress Firm Foster Kids

May 3, 2016  by in Community / Charitable Support, Industry   

Mattress Firm Foster Kids began with its current national clothing drive from May 2 through June 26. Stores across the country are collecting new shirts, pants, dresses, coats and more for foster children. The program partners with local foster care nonprofit organizations, which will distribute the collected items to foster youth in the community.

“There are more than 415,000 children in the U.S. foster care system,” said Ken Murphy, president and CEO of Mattress Firm. “That is a staggering number. While we know that not everyone can be a foster parent, anyone can help a foster child, and that is why we are launching the Mattress Firm Foster Kids initiative. Our national presence can help improve the lives of foster children, and we’re doing everything in our power to rally our teams and the communities that we serve to provide these children with everyday necessities.” 

The company will host six annual donation drives at more than 3,500 stores across the country, collecting everyday items that includes shoes, clothing, pajamas and school supplies, as well as toys and funds that support extracurricular activities.