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For the Week of March 22, 2026

Looking Back at 2025

We have completed the Buy-Give-Get Toys program, Buy-Give-Get Coats program, and Three Square Meals donation drive for 2025. 

Together with our customers, we:

  • Donated 78,000 coats to homeless veterans and veterans in need
  • Donated 275,000 toys to put a smile on kids’ faces 
  • Raised enough money to provide more than 3 million meals to address food insecurity in our communities

Together, we are making a difference with a powerful partnership between our customers and our associates.

A Toy Donation in Massachusetts and New Hampshire

The Ocean State Job Lot Charitable Foundation made a donation of over 3,000 toys in Manchester, NH, and Cape Cod, MA! The store teams from Hooksett, NH, and Hyannis, MA, made additional donations to the cause as well. Together, we are making a difference!

NJ Buy-Give-Get Coat Donation

On Saturday, December 6th, a Buy-Give-Get coat donation was made in Atlantic City, NJ. There were 2,500 coats distributed with the help of The New Hope Baptist Church, The American Legion Atlantic City, and the local police and fire departments. In just a few short hours, all the coats were distributed to people in need. Together, we are making a difference.

How to Safely Wash Dog Toys

If your pet’s not feeling well, have you ever thought that their toys could be the reason why? Most times, we think of dog toys as something that keeps them sharp mentally and physically as they go through their day. Yet, we never think that a chew toy might have a negative effect. Could something from their favorite toy that gives them so much joy make them ill? Let »

By |April 17, 2024|DIY, Responsible Retail, Seasonal, Spring, Sustainability|

Eco-Friendly Home Improvement Ideas

In these days where we’re constantly looking for ways to integrate environmental consciousness into our homes, Ocean State Job Lot is trying to be a leader in the practice of sustainability by offering eco-friendly products and idea. In fact, it’s our aspirational value! Eco-friendly home improvement ideas create living spaces that are both aesthetically pleasing and environmentally responsible. And we can help. In this blog post, we’ll take you »

By |March 13, 2024|DIY, Seasonal, Spring, Sustainability|

Ocean State Job Lot partners with Goodwill Northern New England

Our Commitment to Inclusion: Advocating for Change In a world full of unique perspectives and vibrant cultures, the human experience is ripe with diversity and inclusion. It's not just about tolerance; it's about celebration, understanding, and empowering others. When we embrace diversity, we embrace the richness of others, and their experiences. Working hand-in-hand with community-based organizations is integral to our commitment to community here at Ocean »

By |March 13, 2024|Charity, Responsible Retail|

First Responder Deal Days Promotion Honors Service Members in the Community

At Ocean State Job Lot, our communities are at the forefront of our business, and first responders are no exception. During Ocean State Job Lot’s First Responder Deal Day, we want to say “thank you” to the brave everyday heroes in our communities by honoring the work they do so selflessly to keep us safe and protected when emergencies strike . From Thursday, March 14, 2024 »

By |March 6, 2024|Charity, Responsible Retail|

The Joy of Giving: Lighting Up Hearts This Holiday Season

In the midst of twinkling lights and the joy of the holiday season, there’s a magic that comes alive when we embrace the spirit of giving. It's in these moments that our hearts are filled with warmth and purpose, especially when we extend a hand to children who eagerly anticipate the wonders of the holiday season. As we navigate through our festivities, there’s a deeper significance »

By |January 15, 2024|Charity, Responsible Retail|

Buy-Give-Get Coats for Veterans

At Ocean State Job Lot, we care deeply about veterans and their commitment to serving our country. Giving back to veterans in need is a gesture of gratitude and respect for their selfless service and sacrifices made in defending our country. These brave men and women have dedicated their lives to safeguarding our freedoms, often facing unimaginable challenges and hardships during their service. Ocean State Job »

By |December 27, 2023|Charity, Responsible Retail|
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