Tractor Supply Hometown Heroes Day Brings Donations to Northfield, Solon and Akron Groups

Tractor Supply stores across Ohio will salute local heroes on Saturday, Nov. 7. The retailer is celebrating National Hometown Heroes Day ahead of Veterans Day. Several Northeast Ohio organizations are set to receive donations. Each participating store will give $250 to a local military, veteran or first responder group of its choice. Across Ohio, those gifts add up to $24,750. The celebrations begin at 10 a.m. local time. Local Groups on the Donation List Several organizations close to home made the list. In the Nordonia Hills area, Post 6768 in Northfield will receive a donation. Solon VFW Post 1863 is also included, along with the City of Akron Police. Other Northeast Ohio recipients include: American Legion Auxiliary, Fairview Park Ashtabula County Sheriff’s Department, Jefferson Canal Fulton Fire Department Chardon Fire Department City of Amherst City of Broadview Heights City of Massillon City of Wadsworth Johnston Township, Cortland Medina Township New Springfield Police Department Veterans’ Outreach, Youngstown VFW Post 7647, North Olmsted Wellington Firefighter Association Wooster Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association What Families Can Expect Kids and adults can get an up-close look at fire, police and emergency vehicles during Touch-a-Truck. Local first responders will be on-site for interactive demonstrations. Thank-a-Hero letter-writing stations will also be set up inside the stores. Neighbors can write personal notes of appreciation for active-duty personnel, veterans and emergency responders. All community members are invited to attend. Store managers and team members will join the celebration. A 10% Discount for Heroes Eligible heroes can save 10% during the event. The discount is for Hometown Heroes who are registered and verified through Tractor Supply’s Neighbors Club. Sign up at tractorsupply.com/hometownheroes before heading to the store. Find a Store Near You Every Tractor Supply location in Ohio is taking part. Shoppers can find the nearest store at tractorsupply.com/tsc/store-locator . The event stretches well beyond Ohio. Tractor Supply is activating more than 2,400 stores nationwide for the day. The Brentwood, Tennessee, company is the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States. As of Sept. 26, it operated 2,486 Tractor Supply stores in 49 states. Frequently Asked Questions When is Tractor Supply Hometown Heroes Day in Ohio? The event is Saturday, Nov. 7, starting at 10 a.m. local time at all Ohio Tractor Supply stores. Which Northeast Ohio organizations are receiving Tractor Supply donations? Recipients include Post 6768 in Northfield, Solon VFW Post 1863, City of Akron Police, Chardon Fire Department, VFW Post 7647 in North Olmsted and others across the region. How much is Tractor Supply donating to Ohio organizations? Each participating store is giving $250, for a statewide total of $24,750. Who qualifies for the Tractor Supply Hometown Heroes 10% discount? The discount is for Hometown Heroes who are registered and verified through Tractor Supply’s Neighbors Club. Registration is at tractorsupply.com/hometownheroes . What activities are planned at Tractor Supply for Hometown Heroes Day? Stores will host Touch-a-Truck with local fire, police and emergency vehicles, plus Thank-a-Hero letter-writing stations.