Supporting Our Communities

Giving back to the diverse communities where we do business is inherent to our culture. We believe it's the right thing to do—we simply support those who support us.

Our Areas of Focus: Learn more about the issues that are most important to us and many of our customers.

Current Stories:Read more about some of our efforts.

An Investment In Education

After Yelena Gankin found out she was a recipient of a $10,000 Nordstrom Scholarship, she shared just how important the prize was for
her future. Read More

Happy Feet This Holiday Season

One million pairs of shoes is a lot of shoes. That large number takes on an even more significant meaning when you think about those shoes, all million pairs of them, being on the very "happy" feet of kids in need around the U.S. Read More

Together We Work Better

Nordstrom has purchased $11 billion in products and services from women- and minority-owned vendors since the Supplier Diversity
program began. Read More

Beating the Bridge to Beat Diabetes

As many as 3 million Americans are living with Type 1 diabetes. At Seattle's Beat the Bridge to Beat Diabetes event, participants aren't only 'racing' to beat the University Bridge before it's raised during the event. They are also 'racing' to help find a cure for diabetes.Read More

Giving Back Before the Shopping Begins

Each time Nordstrom opens a full-line store, the company wants to give back to its local community before it opens its door
for business. Read More

Bridging the Communications Gap

At Nordstrom, a workplace where employees feel valued and respected is something we're helping to create in factories around
the world. Read More

Verité Van Training

Nordstrom's participation in the Verité Van Training program helps factory workers gain practical knowledge.Read More

Delaware Opening Enriches Youth Causes

Events like our new store pre-opening galas give us a chance to give back to the community before the shopping begins.Read More

United Way Gifts Go Far

In 2010, 74 percent of Nordstrom employees made a gift to United Way. Get a glimpse of our United Way gifts at work.Read More

Goodwill Overcomes Barriers to Jobs

Customers who order holiday gift kits with their Nordstrom.com purchase will receive a product assembled by individuals from
Goodwill.Read More