The Town of Knightdale Partners with Target for Public Safety Grant

KNIGHTDALE, NC - NOVEMBER 8, 2006 — The Town of Knightdale today announced a partnership with Target for support of the Knightdale Public Safety Department.  Target awarded the Town a $1,500 grant to be used for the purchase of digital cameras.  “These cameras will allow our Public Safety Officer’s to better document many of the incidents we respond to, and ultimately, provide better service to the public”, stated Knightdale Police Chief Richard Pope.
 
This sponsorship is part of the ongoing support Target provides to local communities throughout the country.  Every week Target gives more than $2 million to strengthen families and communities across the nation, with a focus on education, the arts, social services and other vital community partnerships.
 
“At Target, we are making a real difference every day through our sponsorship program,” said Laysha Ward, vice president, community relations, Target.  “We’re proud to partner with The Town of Knightdale as part of our ongoing commitment to give back to the communities where our guests and team members live and work.”
 
Additionally, Target also gives back through signature programs that are designed to inspire learning in children and families.  Target gives back more than $2 million a week to its local communities through grants and special programs.  Since opening its first store in 1962, Target has partnered with nonprofit organizations, guests and team members to help meet community needs.  Additionally, Target team members and retirees donate more than 315,000 hours to more than 7,000 projects each year.
 
Contact: Paula Thornton-Greear
Target (612) 696-3400