How is Diversity linked to Communities? "Our mission is to develop solid, meaningful relationships with our communities. We work with community leaders, elected officials and local organizations to understand the wants and needs of the community and to develop initiatives that have a positive impact on the lives of the residents. By understanding and respecting the rich diversity of each community and our customers that reside there, we learn how to serve and appreciate its uniqueness. We demonstrate that commitment, through charitable contributions, employment initiatives, volunteerism and the creation of economic partnerships." Ed Goldberg VP, External Affairs View more diversity comments from our leaders

Giving Back to Our Communities

As a company, Macy's, Inc. believes in giving back to our local communities. Our contributions, leadership and volunteer efforts help create stronger, healthier places to work and live.

Collectively, contributions from the company and the Macy's Foundation - as well as employee contributions through workplace giving campaigns and customer contributions through our signature giving programs - totaled more than $76.6 million in 2008.