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Ocean State Job Lot’s Hero Image for Helping Hands for Veterans & Military Families program

Ocean State Job Lot Charitable Foundation

Who We Are

The Ocean State Job Lot Charitable Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that collaborates with local partners to support a broad array of charitable causes in our store communities, including: food insecurity, homelessness, veterans, child welfare, animal rescue, and healthcare services. During times of humanitarian crisis, the foundation’s focus broadens to provide emergency medical supplies, hygienic products, clothing and food for those in need, both domestic and abroad.

Charitable Foundation Updates

Cape May, NJ Donation

Recently, our store in Cape May, NJ, made a donation of two $100 Ocean State Job Lot gift cards to The Branches Outreach, a local nonprofit whose mission is to provide essential services such as food, clothing, showers, and personal care items to individuals experiencing homelessness, poverty, and crisis. They work to provide help with dignity and respect.

Elkton, MD – Close to Our Heart

Our Elkton, MD, store associates recently presented a Close to Our Heart donation to The Meeting Grounds. This local nonprofit provides essential support to unsheltered individuals within the county. The contribution enabled the organization to revitalize its outdoor area, creating a peaceful sanctuary for families and a productive garden for growing herbs, flowers, and vegetables.

The Tyls Foundation – Feed for Free

Recently, The Tyls Foundation in New Bedford, NH, picked up a Feed for Free donation at the Ocean State Job Lot store in Bedford, MA. Thank you to our associates for another great job. Together, we’re making a difference.

Volunteers at backpack charitable event

Application for Assistance

A strong community enriches us all. At Ocean State Job Lot, we prioritize our giving to target organizations, programs and events which we believe are consistent with our focus areas, and present an opportunity where our support can have the greatest impact.

Volunteers at the Three Square Meals Fill-A-Bus Food Drive event in North Kingstown, Rhode Island

Our Programs

The Ocean State Job Lot Charitable Foundation has developed programs to support individuals and families in the communities where our stores are located as well as other nonprofit organizations and the important work they do.

Ocean State Job Lot associates at distribution center with New England Patriots cheerleaders.

Community Support, Events, and Promotions

From assisting people in need, including children, veterans and military, those who are homeless, and those struggling with food insecurity, to aiding animal rescues, shelters and welfare organizations, our dedication to those in-need never wavers.

Ocean State Job Lot volunteers at backpack event.

Our Partnerships

We take great pride in our commitment to supporting our neighbors, and working with our partner organizations for the greater good.

Ocean State Job Lot Community Report image

2024 Community Report

Our 2024 Community Impact Report highlights some of the ways we partnered with our customers to assist people in need, and lived our Mission, Vision and Values.

Charitable Foundation Updates

Cape May, NJ Donation

Recently, our store in Cape May, NJ, made a donation of two $100 Ocean State Job Lot gift cards to The Branches Outreach, a local nonprofit whose mission is to provide essential services such as food, clothing, showers, and personal »

Elkton, MD – Close to Our Heart

Our Elkton, MD, store associates recently presented a Close to Our Heart donation to The Meeting Grounds. This local nonprofit provides essential support to unsheltered individuals within the county. The contribution enabled the organization to revitalize its outdoor area, creating »

The Tyls Foundation – Feed for Free

Recently, The Tyls Foundation in New Bedford, NH, picked up a Feed for Free donation at the Ocean State Job Lot store in Bedford, MA. Thank you to our associates for another great job. Together, we’re making a difference.

The Community Purple Award is being presented to Ocean State Job Lot’s Charitable Operations Manager Mike Lucas, and VP of Corporate Giving David Sarlitto

Job Lot received a Community Purple Award from the Rhode Island National Guard. Photo courtesy of the Rhode Island National Guard.

Ocean State Job Lot gave coats and toys to guests during its Thanksgiving 2025 event.

Ocean State Job Lot associates helping out in the North Attleborough, MA, store.

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