Shop for a Good Cause and Support the Steel Valley Salvation Army . . . Sixth Annual Macy's "Shop for a Cause" Event Slated

CARNEGIE, Pa., Aug. 12, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Raising more than $38 million for charities across the country since 2006, Macy's Shop for a Cause is a unique one-day-only shopping event created to support local charities' fundraising efforts.  This year, Macy's will partner with the Steel Valley Salvation Army to invite customers to participate in Macy's sixth annual "Shop for a Cause" charity shopping event. Macy's 2011 Shop for a Cause will take place on Saturday, August 27th at all area Macy's locations. Customers can purchase tickets now from the Steel Valley Salvation Army at 104 East 9th Avenue in Homestead.  

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"Macy's is committed to giving back to our local communities.  Our annual Shop for a Cause Program, which has raised more than $38 million for local and national charities in the past five years, is meaningful for us because it gives our customers and associates an opportunity to give back to the local charities, schools and non-profits that matter a great deal to them," said Martine Reardon, Macy's Executive Vice President of Marketing.  "We are proud to offer our customers an easy way to make a positive difference while enjoying great savings at Macy's."

Macy's has provided The Salvation Army in Homestead with shopping passes to sell for $5 each. The organization will keep 100% of every ticket it sells. The more The Salvation Army sells, the more money it will raise. By purchasing a shopping pass to the event from The Salvation Army, customers support vital community programs and services while enjoying a day of spectacular discounts, entertainment, special events. Pass holders will enjoy special discounts on most regular, sale and clearance purchases all day.  Some exclusions apply.

Macy's, the largest retail brand of Macy's, Inc., delivers fashion and affordable luxury to customers at more than 800 locations in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Guam. Macy's stores and macys.com offer distinctive assortments including the most desired family of exclusive and fashion brands for him, her and home. Macy's is known for such epic events as Macy's 4th of July Fireworks® and the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade®, as well as spectacular fashion shows, culinary events, flower shows and celebrity appearances. Building on a 150-year tradition, Macy's helps strengthen communities by supporting local and national charities that make a difference in the lives of our customers.

For ticket information, call Sandra Wolfe, Steel Valley Salvation Army Case Manager at 412-461-2460.

Both a church and a social service organization, The Salvation Army began in London, England in 1865. Today, it provides critical services in 124 countries worldwide.  The 28-county Western Pennsylvania Division serves thousands of needy families through a wide variety of support services. To learn more about The Salvation Army in Western Pennsylvania, log onto www.salvationarmy-wpa.org.  The Salvation Army ... Doing the most good . . . for the most people . . . in the most need.

SOURCE The Salvation Army