At Trader Joe’s, we really do want to be a part of the neighborhood. That’s
why we handle all requests for donations and involvement in community events
in our stores. Whether it’s a silent auction to benefit a local elementary school
or a health fair sponsored by a community hospital, your neighborhood Trader
Joe’s is the place to go. In fact, we’re so serious about our commitment to
our neighborhoods, that each of our stores has its own Donations Coordinator.
To simplify things even further, here are some basic guidelines you should follow
when requesting a donation of any kind from Trader Joe’s. (We promise that
following instructions really will make the process a more enjoyable one.)
- We can only donate to non-profit (501c3) organizations with a valid, current tax ID number.
- Donations are limited to one per year, per organization from Trader Joe’s Company (not one from every Trader Joe’s store in your area).
- All donations are to be arranged with the Donations Coordinator at your neighborhood
Trader Joe’s. The following information is necessary for a donation to be
considered:
- A written request, on the non-profit group’s letterhead, delivered to the
store by your organization’s representative, explaining the nature of the
organization, why the donation is needed and what kind of donation is being
requested.
- A valid tax ID number should also be referenced on the written request.
- Written requests should be made at least three weeks prior to the date donation is needed.
Please understand that because we receive so many requests, we are not able to accommodate every organization, but we do make every effort to extend donations to a broad spectrum of community groups.
