Ollie’s Cares – Community Giving & Local Nonprofit Support
In-Kind Support, Discounts & Charitable Partnerships for Organizations Serving Kids and FamiliesOllie’s Cares
Organization: Ollie’s Bargain Outlet
About the Funder
Ollie’s Bargain Outlet is deeply committed to giving back through Ollie’s Cares, the company’s community impact initiative. Ollie’s focuses its philanthropic efforts on improving the lives of children, families, and underserved communities, with a strong emphasis on basic needs, youth development, and access to resources.
Rather than operating a broad cash-grant program, Ollie’s supports communities through long-standing national partnerships, customer-driven fundraising campaigns, and in-kind assistance for local nonprofits.
What This Program Supports
Ollie’s Cares primarily supports nonprofits through:
Eligible Support Types
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In-kind support and product assistance
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Nonprofit discount certificates (15% off purchases)
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Corporate fundraising campaigns benefiting national partners
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Community engagement and youth-focused initiatives
These supports are often used to:
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Stretch nonprofit operating budgets
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Support youth and family-serving programs
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Enhance community-based services and outreach
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Provide essential goods for charitable activities
Key National Partners Supported by Ollie’s Cares
Ollie’s Cares directs significant resources to established nonprofit partners, including:
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Toys for Tots – Supporting holiday toy and book distribution for children in need
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Feeding America – Helping address food insecurity nationwide
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Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals – Supporting pediatric healthcare and critical services
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Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation – Advancing youth development, mentoring, STEM education, and community parks for at-risk youth
These partnerships represent Ollie’s primary charitable giving strategy.
Eligibility
Organizations that may benefit from Ollie’s Cares support include:
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501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
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Schools, PTAs, and youth-serving organizations
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Community-based and family-focused nonprofits
Organizations must:
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Serve communities where Ollie’s stores are located
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Be seeking in-kind or discount support (not cash grants)
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Align with youth, family, food security, health, or community well-being priorities
Not typically supported:
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General cash grant requests
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Individual or personal fundraising efforts
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Political or lobbying organizations
Funding Amounts
There are no fixed cash grant amounts available through Ollie’s Cares.
Support value may include:
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15% nonprofit discount certificates
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Product or merchandise assistance
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Indirect funding through national nonprofit partnerships
Support levels vary based on:
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Organizational need
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Store or corporate capacity
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Alignment with Ollie’s community priorities
Deadline
⏳ No formal rolling grant deadline
Discount certificates and in-kind support availability may vary, and advance planning is encouraged.
Geographic Focus
Support is limited to communities where Ollie’s Bargain Outlet locations operate, spanning many regions across the United States.
Organizations outside Ollie’s service areas are generally not eligible.
Application / Request Process
To learn more about Ollie’s community giving and available support:
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Visit the Ollie’s Cares page
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Review nonprofit discount and community support information
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Follow instructions for requesting nonprofit assistance or certificates
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This opportunity is ideal for organizations that:
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Serve children, families, or food-insecure communities
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Can benefit from nonprofit discounts or in-kind support
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Operate near an Ollie’s Bargain Outlet location
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Are seeking corporate partners beyond traditional cash grants
Ollie’s Cares is especially helpful for nonprofits looking to reduce costs, stretch budgets, and align with a community-focused retail partner.
Apply here: Link to Application
