Charitable Foundation2024-10-15T12:37:49-05:00
Hero image for OSJL BGG-Coats program.
Hero image for OSJL BGG-Coats 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

Heroic Gardens Is Underway!

The OSJL Charitable Foundation had previously donated ten pallets of flower bulbs and 22 pallets of cardboard to Heroic Gardens, in early 2024. The first step of their planting process, which involved creating a sunflower field in Northeast Philadelphia, was recently completed. More to come! 

Bikes Donated to Children of Vets in CT

The Charitable Foundation has recently donated and distributed 250 bikes to children of veterans and military families at the Newington Veterans Affairs Clinic in Newington, Connecticut. The donation is the result of our Buy-Give-Get program, which is a community-driven initiative designed to provide items to those in need through the generosity of OSJL and our customers.

Distribution of Buckets for Vets in Philadelphia

On Friday, November 15, the Ocean State Job Lot Charitable Foundation, in collaboration with Philadelphia’s professional sports teams, gathered at the Philadelphia Sports Complex to distribute 2,500 “Buckets for Vets” kits to first responders, state and local police, and various veteran service organizations. The buckets were filled at our distribution center by volunteers from OSJL, the Rhode Island State Police, RI National Guard, Seabees, VFW, American Legion, Electric Boat Veterans Foundation, LaSalle Academy, Rocky Hill School, and various state political officials.

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.

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2023 Community Report

Our 2023 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

Heroic Gardens Is Underway!

The OSJL Charitable Foundation had previously donated ten pallets of flower bulbs and 22 pallets of cardboard to Heroic Gardens, in early 2024. The first step of their planting process, which involved creating a sunflower field in Northeast Philadelphia, was »

Bikes Donated to Children of Vets in CT

The Charitable Foundation has recently donated and distributed 250 bikes to children of veterans and military families at the Newington Veterans Affairs Clinic in Newington, Connecticut. The donation is the result of our Buy-Give-Get program, which is a community-driven initiative »

Distribution of Buckets for Vets in Philadelphia

On Friday, November 15, the Ocean State Job Lot Charitable Foundation, in collaboration with Philadelphia’s professional sports teams, gathered at the Philadelphia Sports Complex to distribute 2,500 “Buckets for Vets” kits to first responders, state and local police, and various »

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

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

David Sarlitto, Executive Director OSJL Charitable Foundation with Brian Gates, Director Bookwell Travel, display some Buy-Give-Get Coats for veterans in need.

David Sarlitto, Executive Director OSJL Charitable Foundation with Brian Gates, Director Bookwell Travel, display some Buy-Give-Get Coats for veterans in need.

Ocean State Job Lot volunteers filling backpacks with supplies for children going back to school as part of the Buy-Give-Get Backpacks program in August of 2022.

Interns at the 2022 Buy-Give-Get Backpack stuffing event.

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