In a significant display of corporate responsibility, BJ’s Wholesale Club Holdings Inc. (NYSE: BJ) announced on October 23, 2025, that it is donating over $1.2 million to local organizations across 17 states and Washington, D.C. This generous contribution aims to address essential needs within communities, demonstrating the company's steadfast commitment to supporting families in their operational regions.

“BJ’s is driven by a powerful purpose: we take care of the families who depend on us,” stated Bob Eddy, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of BJ’s Wholesale Club. Eddy emphasized the company’s mission of making a meaningful difference in the communities where they operate.

2. Highlighting Key Grants

The grants, which were nominated by BJ's team members, will provide critical support to various organizations. Notable allocations include:

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South, Taunton, Massachusetts: Nominated by Shannon Ashton, Lead Recruiter at BJ’s, this organization received a $40,000 grant. The funds will help expand after-school programs that focus on academic success, health and well-being, leadership development, and workforce readiness.

Carl V. Bini Memorial Fund, Staten Island, New York: Nominated by Cosimo Parrelli, Assistant Club Manager at BJ’s, this fund will receive $50,000. The organization, which honors the legacy of firefighter Carl Bini who died on September 11, 2001, will use the funds to provide groceries, hygiene kits, and free health screenings to over 2,000 underserved residents.

3. Transformational Partnerships

The contributions highlight BJ’s commitment to partnering with local organizations to effect positive change. Derek Heim, President and CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South, remarked on the impact of BJ's partnership, stating, “The partnership we’ve developed with BJ’s Wholesale Club is transformational. It’s allowing us to succeed as an organization and supports us in our mission to help build great futures for young people.”

4. A Foundation of Generosity

BJ’s Charitable Foundation, established in 2004, is dedicated to serving communities through three main pillars: hunger relief, education, and health and wellness. The Foundation collaborates with local and national non-profits to provide essential resources to families. Since its inception, BJ’s Charitable Foundation has awarded over $43 million to non-profit organizations and schools, reflecting the company’s long-standing commitment to community support.

5. About BJ’s Wholesale Club

BJ’s Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. is a leader in the membership warehouse club industry, focusing on delivering value to its members while adhering to its foundational purpose: “We take care of the families who depend on us.” Headquartered in Marlborough, Massachusetts, BJ’s operates 256 clubs and 191 BJ's Gas® locations across 21 states, providing a wide range of products including fresh foods, household essentials, and exclusive offerings.

For more information about BJ's Wholesale Club and its community initiatives, visit BJs.com or follow them on social media platforms.

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