In a heartwarming display of generosity, Academy Sports + Outdoors has announced a significant donation of over $530,000 to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. This donation is the result of a successful collaboration between the two organizations, where holiday-themed t-shirts and pajamas designed by patients at St. Jude were sold, with a portion of the proceeds going back to the hospital.
Since 2020, Academy has donated nearly $2.2 million in total to support St. Jude’s mission of Finding cures. Saving children®. This ongoing partnership has allowed St. Jude to continue advancing treatments and cures for childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases, making a significant impact on families both locally and globally.
“We are so grateful to everyone at Academy Sports + Outdoors for their generosity and creativity in support of patients and families,” said Richard C. Shadyac Jr., President and CEO of ALSAC, the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
The holiday-inspired t-shirts and pajamas were exclusively available at all Academy stores and online, allowing customers to contribute to this important cause while enjoying quality products. Academy’s commitment to providing “Fun for All” extends beyond their merchandise, as they continue to make a positive difference in the lives of young patients and their families.
For more information on Academy Sports + Outdoors and their charitable initiatives, visit www.academy.com. To support the mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, donations can be made at stjude.org or by following St. Jude on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.