Austin Hatcher Foundation Receives $22,000 in Walmart Community Grant
Austin Hatcher Foundation Receives $22,000 in Walmart Community Grants
All funds help the Foundation provide free mental & behavioral health services to families faced with pediatric cancer
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (October 31, 2024) – The Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer is proud to announce its selection as a recipient of the Walmart Community Grant program, which has awarded $22,000 to the Foundation for its comprehensive care programs for families affected by childhood cancer.
The grant allocation includes contributions from the following Walmart stores:
- Walmart Store 3659 (Chattanooga, TN)
- Walmart Store 1458 (Fort Oglethorpe, GA)
- Walmart Store 1469 (Chattanooga, TN)
- Walmart Store 3660 (Chattanooga, TN)
- Walmart Store 2988 (Lafayette, GA)
- Walmart Store 1606 (Hixson, TN)
- Walmart Store 5251 (Chattanooga, TN)
- Walmart Store 669 (Dalton, GA)
- Walmart Store 3619 (Chattanooga, TN)
- Walmart Store 3635 (Ft. Oglethorpe, GA)
- Walmart Store 5143 (Chattanooga, TN)
- Sam’s Club Store 8112 (Chattanooga, TN)
This generous support will enable the Austin Hatcher Foundation to advance its mission of providing comprehensive, coordinated care for families facing the challenges of childhood cancer. The Foundation offers a wide range of essential services to enhance the well-being of both children and their families during their cancer journey.
“The Walmart Community Grants are a powerful testament to our community's commitment to improving the lives of families affected by pediatric cancer,” stated Melanie Hammontree, Director of Development at the Austin Hatcher Foundation. “This funding will empower us to continue delivering a diverse array of FREE services tailored to the unique physical, emotional, and psychological needs of children and families impacted by cancer.”
The Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing a lifetime of free Supportive Medicine Care to children and families affected by pediatric cancer. Through its various programs, the Foundation offers support, education, and hope to children battling cancer and their families, helping them navigate the challenges of diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship.
“At Walmart, we are committed to the communities we serve. We are honored to support the Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer and its mission to support children and families affected by pediatric cancer. Together, we can make a meaningful impact.” said Nehal Patel, Market Health and Wellness Director for the northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee areas.
The Austin Hatcher Foundation extends its gratitude to Walmart and the local communities for their continued support, which allows the Foundation to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those facing childhood cancer.
For more information about the Austin Hatcher Foundation and its programs, please visit www.hatcherfoundation.org.
