Kohl’s Demonstrates Positive Social Impact in 2017 CSR Report

MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Kohl's (NYSE:
KSS) today released its 2017 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
report. Through continued action, Kohl’s strives to make a positive
difference for customers, associates, communities, partners and the
environment.

“As a purpose-led organization, Kohl’s is committed to making a
difference in the communities nationwide that our customers and
associates call home,” said Kevin Mansell, Kohl’s chairman, chief
executive officer and president. “I’m proud of our collective
accomplishments and achievements over the past year, and look forward to
the continued efforts of the team.”

Below are highlights from Kohl’s 2017 CSR report now available on Corporate.Kohls.com.

Taking Care of Our Communities

Kohl’s is passionate about giving back to the families and communities
it serves. In 2017, Kohl’s and Kohl’s Cares donated over $44 million to
support organizations in the company’s hometown of Milwaukee, Wis., as
well as the communities where its customers and associates live and work
nationwide.

• Kohl’s Volunteer Program: Kohl’s associates volunteered
  nearly 500,000 hours in 2017 in support of nearly 8,500 organizations
  that matter most to them. Since the program’s inception in 2001,
  Kohl’s has donated more than $155 million in corporate grants to
  eligible nonprofit organizations in recognition of associate volunteer
  efforts.
• Kohl’s Cares Cause Merchandise: With favorite collections
  like Dr. Seuss and Sesame Street, the Kohl’s
  Cares cause merchandise program features kid-friendly merchandise
  customers love and can feel good about – with 100 percent of the net
  profit benefiting charitable initiatives nationwide. To date, Kohl’s
  has raised nearly $340 million through the program, including nearly
  $20 million in 2017.
• Kohl’s Cares Hospital Partner Program: Kohl’s partners
  with more than 70 children’s hospitals across the country to support
  community programs, including healthy development, safety, wellness
  and chronic disease management. In 2017, Kohl’s Cares committed more
  than $23 million over two years to enable these hospitals to sustain
  these impactful programs. To find a partner in your community, visit Kohls.com/cares.

Supporting Our Associates

Kohl’s associates are the company’s greatest asset and drive the
positive impact the company is able to make for its customers,
communities and partners. Kohl’s also strives to foster a best-in-class
workplace for current and prospective associates through engagement,
development and recognition.

• Expanded Network of Wellness Centers: In 2017, Kohl’s
  added four wellness center locations, expanding access to quality,
  on-site healthcare for its associates and their families. Dedicated
  teams of medical professionals at 17 wellness center locations at all
  of Kohl’s distribution centers, e-commerce fulfillment centers and
  credit centers across the country, offer care tailored to each
  associate’s specific needs.
• On-Site Childcare: Kohl’s offers on-site childcare through
  its Child Development Center, providing care for nearly 500 children
  in dozens of classrooms at the company’s corporate campus. The Center,
  which opened in 1997, celebrated its 20-year anniversary of serving
  Kohl’s associates and their families in 2017.
• Growth of Business Resource Groups: Launched in 2015, more than
  1,900 Kohl’s associates across the organization are engaged in
  business resource groups (BRGs) including the Millennial, Hispanic
  Professionals, Veterans and #PrideatKohls groups, with a fifth Women
  of Kohl’s BRG launched in 2018.
• Engagement with Leadership: Kohl’s provides forums for
  open and honest communication to empower associates to share feedback
  and share new ideas. More than 3,200 associate ideas on the
  company’s priorities of driving traffic and operational excellence
  were shared directly with Kohl’s leadership team through active group
  forums and listening sessions last year.

Leaving a Smaller Footprint

Kohl’s is dedicated to providing healthy and engaging environments for
customers and associates. By seeking solutions that encourage long-term
sustainability, Kohl’s seeks to leave a smaller footprint and encourage
a more sustainable tomorrow.

• Electric Vehicle Charging Stations: Kohl’s offers 206 free
  electric vehicle-charging stations for customers and associates at 94
  locations across the country including Kohl’s corporate headquarters
  and stores across the country, adding additional convenience while
  working or shopping.
• Recycling Waste: To make recycling easier for customers,
  shippers can find a bright green box at Kohl’s stores for recycling
  select materials and can bring hangers back to the store any time for
  reuse and recycling. In 2017, Kohl’s recycled more than 150,000 tons
  of materials, achieving a recycling rate of more than 83 percent
  across its operations.
• Renewable Energy: In support of renewable and more sustainable
  sources of energy, Kohl’s hosts over 200,000 solar panels on 163
  rooftops around the country and a total of nine solar trees between
  two locations in Wisconsin and Texas. In addition to solar power,
  Kohl’s hosts two wind turbines at its distribution center in Findlay,
  Ohio.

About Kohl’s

Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) is a leading omnichannel retailer with more than
1,100 stores in 49 states. With a commitment to inspiring and empowering
families to lead fulfilled lives, Kohl’s offers amazing national
and proprietary brands, incredible savings and an easy shopping
experience in our stores, online at Kohls.com and on Kohl's mobile app.
Throughout its history, Kohl's has given more
than $650 million to support communities nationwide. For a list of store
locations or to shop online, visit Kohls.com. For more information about
Kohl’s impact in the community or how to join our winning team, visit Corporate.Kohls.com or
follow @KohlsNews on
Twitter.

Contacts

Kohl’s
Jen Johnson, 262.703.5241
[email protected]
or
Julia
Fennelly, 262.703.1710
[email protected]