Bentonville, AR September 30, 2008 — Sam's Club, a division of Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and Count Me In for Women's Economic Independence today announced a first of its kind joint initiative to champion women entrepreneurs nationwide. In celebration of Sam's Club 25th anniversary, the Wal-Mart Foundation will make a $580,000 donation to Count Me In, the leading national nonprofit provider of business resources and community support for women entrepreneurs building and growing their businesses. In these tough economic times, Sam’s Club is joining with Count Me In to recognize the innovation and job creation potential of small businesses and heighten women entrepreneurs’ role in the nation’s economy.
