Ace Hardware Corporation and Westlake Ace Hardware Announce Record-Breaking Fundraising Success for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals

Ace Hardware Corporation and Westlake Ace Hardware Announce Record-Breaking Fundraising Success for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals WENDELL, N.C. (May 15, 2024) – Ace Hardware Corporation and Westlake Ace Hardware stores across the country have collectively raised a record-breaking $20.4 million for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMN Hospitals) in 2023. This achievement marks the highest annual fundraising total in the 32-year partnership between Ace Hardware and CMN Hospitals, bringing the total amount raised to over $197 million. "We are incredibly grateful for the unwavering commitment of Ace Hardware, Westlake Ace Hardware, their dedicated retailers, and generous customers," said Teri Brady, President and CEO of CMN Hospitals. "Their record-breaking fundraising success will have a profound impact on the lives of children and families in communities across the country." The funds raised by Ace Hardware and Westlake Ace Hardware support CMN Hospitals’ mission to provide critical medical care, fund groundbreaking research, and offer comfort and support to children and families facing medical challenges. “I am incredibly proud of the collective efforts of our passionate retailers, vendor partners and generous customers who went above and beyond to support CMN Hospitals,” said Ace Hardware President and CEO John Venhuizen. “Their unwavering commitment and dedication have made a significant difference in the lives of children and families in need.” “At Westlake Ace Hardware, we believe in giving back to the communities we serve,” said Joe Jeffries, president and CEO of Westlake Ace Hardware. “Supporting CMN Hospitals allows us to make a tangible difference in the lives of children and families facing medical challenges. We are honored to partner with Ace Hardware and CMN Hospitals in this important mission.” Ace Hardware and Westlake Ace Hardware stores raise funds for CMN Hospitals through a variety of initiatives, including round-up programs, special events, and in-store promotions. The funds raised stay local, directly benefiting children and families in the communities where the stores are located. To learn more about Ace Hardware’s partnership with CMN Hospitals, visit acehardwarefoundation.org. About Ace Hardware Ace Hardware is the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the world with over 5,700 locally owned and operated hardware stores in approximately 70 countries. Headquartered in Oak Brook, IL, Ace and its subsidiaries operate an expansive network of distribution centers in the U.S. and have distribution capabilities in China, Panama and the United Arab Emirates. Since 1924, Ace has become a part of local communities around the world and known as the place with the helpful hardware folks. For more information, visit acehardware.com. About Westlake Ace Hardware Headquartered in the Kansas City metro area, 118-year-old Westlake Ace Hardware has been in operation since 1905. Westlake Ace Hardware is a member of Ace Hardware Corp., and currently owns and operates 157 neighborhood hardware stores throughout the states of Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, New York, Oklahoma, Illinois, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Texas and California. For more information, please visit westlakehardware.com. About Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals raises funds for 170 children’s hospitals that support the health of 10 million kids each year across North America. Donations support life-saving care, research and new medical equipment, as well as provide patient families with emotional support and financial assistance during their most difficult moments. Since 1983, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals has raised more than $20 billion. To learn more about Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and find your local hospital, visit CMNHospitals.o ###