HAMPSTEAD, Md., July 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Thousands of
recently discharged veterans will receive new business suits to
help them re-enter the job market. The suit giveaway is the result
of a one-week promotion implemented by clothier Jos. A. Bank and
the Gary Sinise Foundation called "Uniform of Success."
"Uniform of Success" ran July 1-7
at Jos. A. Bank stores nationwide, featuring the offer theme line
"BUY 1-GET 2-GIVE 1. Customers who bought suits received an
additional two free suits. Jos. A. Bank will donate a suit to a
returning veteran through their partnership with the Gary Sinise
Foundation.
The Gary Sinise Foundation is identifying recent veterans who
will receive vouchers for suits from Jos. A. Bank.
"We didn't have a limit for the number of suits given away,"
said Jos. A. Bank CEO Neal Black.
"Our goal was to give a minimum of 5,000 suits and we far exceeded
our goal. We are delighted to help thousands of veterans
dress their best for success."
"We are grateful to Jos. A. Bank for giving us this wonderful
opportunity to support our returning military and veterans," said
Gary Sinise. "Wearing a new suit to
a job interview improves self-confidence and boosts morale. Our
foundation aims to do both for these people who sacrificed so much
for America in service to their country."
Sinise formed the Gary Sinise Foundation to create programs that
serve and honor Americans in the military.
Sinise also formed the Lt. Dan
Band as a homage to the role he played in "Forrest Gump" as disabled veteran Lt.
Dan Taylor. The group tours the
world performing concerts for the military and their families on
behalf of the Gary Sinise Foundation and the USO.
About Jos. A. Bank
JoS. A. Bank Clothiers, Inc.,
established in 1905, is one of the nation's leading designers,
manufacturers and retailers of men's classically-styled tailored
and casual clothing, sportswear, footwear and accessories. The
Company sells its full product line through 606 stores in 44 states
and the District of Columbia, a
nationwide catalog and an e-commerce website that can be accessed
at www.josbank.com. The Company is headquartered in
Hampstead, Md., and its common
stock is listed on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol
"JOSB."
About the Gary Sinise Foundation
The Gary Sinise Foundation serves the nation by honoring its
defenders, veterans, first responders, their families and those in
need by creating and supporting unique programs such as Building
for America's Bravest, Gary Sinise Foundation Relief &
Resiliency Outreach, Invincible Spirit Festivals, Serving
Heroes and Arts & Entertainment Outreach which are
designed to entertain, educate, inspire, strengthen and build
communities. The Foundation has also partnered with GE on their
Get Skills to Work program to accelerate skills training for
U.S. veterans, help veterans and employers translate military
skills to advanced manufacturing jobs, and empower employers with
tools to recruit, onboard and mentor veterans. For more
information, please visit www.GarySiniseFoundation.org .
SOURCE JoS. A. Bank Clothiers, Inc.