ORANGE COUNTY, Fla, June 25, 2009 – Mayor's Fund Foundation today received a $100,000 contribution to assist with Program Scholarships. The grant – which was given to the non-profit organization through the Wal-Mart Foundation's State Giving Program – will work to provide program scholarships to low and middle income families in Orange County to participate in recreation programs.

"At a time when local governments are working to maximize every dollar, it's heartening to have corporate partners such as Wal-Mart step up to help a worthy program," said Orange County Mayor Richard Crotty. "This is a significant investment in our children, the future of this community."

The grant was presented to Mayor's Fund Foundation during a check presentation ceremony held today at the Orlo Vista Community Center (1 North Powers Drive) where many Orange County children participate in summer activities. During the ceremony, representatives from Walmart presented a check to Mayor Crotty and members of the Board of Directors for the Mayor's Fund Foundation.

The Mayor's Fund Foundation offers summer scholarships for qualifying low and moderate income Orange County youth ages 5 to 19.  The goal is to steer children away from the halls of juvenile justice and into something positive and constructive.
Recreation combats negative behavior by providing structure and positive choices for children. The Mayor's Fund Foundation is designed to help positively influence these choices by providing avenues for children to travel during the summer months.

In partnership with the Club, the Mayor's countywide youth initiative, scholarships valued at $300.00 each are available for the summer season.  Partnerships with all municipalities and dozens of non-profit and private organizations in Orange County, allow the Foundation to provide funding for children to attend summer programs and chose from hundreds of activities at several locations throughout the county.

"Wal-Mart is very pleased to be supporting the Mayor's Fund Foundation, and are committed to helping those in need in the communities where we serve," said Cindi Marsiglio, Senior Manager, Public Affairs and Government Relations. "Through this grant, we are hopeful that more children will have the opportunity to access positive recreational activities."

The contribution to the Mayor's Fund Foundation was made possible through the Wal-Mart Foundation's Florida State Giving Program (SGP). Through this program, the Wal-Mart Foundation supports organizations that create opportunities so people can live better. The Wal-Mart Foundation State Giving Program strives to award grants that have a long-lasting, positive impact on communities across the U.S.

Last year, the Florida State Giving Program awarded more than $800,000 to local organizations such as the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida and the Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida. In Florida, a team of local associates determine needs within each state, review eligible grant applications and make funding recommendations to the Wal-Mart Foundation.

To be considered for support, perspective grantee organizations must submit applications through the Wal-Mart Foundation State Giving Program's online grant application.  Eligible applicants must have a current 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status in order to meet the program's minimum funding criteria.  Additional information about the program's funding guidelines and application process are available online at www.walmartfoundation.org/stategiving.

From February 2008 through January 2009, the Wal-Mart Foundation awarded more than $423 million in cash and in-kind gifts, an $85.6 million increase over its global giving in the previous year.  Wal-Mart's FYE 2009 giving breakdown:

•In the U.S., Wal-Mart gave more than $378 million in cash and in-kind gifts, up from $296 million in 2007.
•In international markets, Wal-Mart gave $45.5 million in cash and in-kind gifts, up from $41 million in 2007.
•Globally, Wal-Mart's customers and associates gave more than $106 million through in-store giving programs that benefit local charities.
•In total, Wal-Mart, its Foundations, its customers and its associates supported communities around the globe with nearly $530 million in charitable contributions during FYE 2009.

About Philanthropy at Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE: WMT) and the Wal-Mart Foundation are proud to support the charitable causes that are important to customers and associates in their own neighborhoods. Through its philanthropic programs and partnerships, the Wal-Mart Foundation funds initiatives focused on creating opportunities in education, workforce development, economic opportunity, environmental sustainability, and health and wellness. From February 1, 2008 through January 31, 2009, Wal-Mart – and its domestic and international Foundations – gave more than $423 million in cash and in-kind gifts globally. To learn more, visit www.walmartfoundation.org.

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