We also sponsor charitable events as a way to raise awareness and funds for nonprofit organizations that support children, families, education and wellness in the Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts area.
CVS Caremark Charity Classic
The CVS Caremark Charity Classic is one of the most prestigious and largest charitable sporting events in New England and is held annually in Barrington, R.I. Since the inaugural event in 1999, the CVS Caremark Charity Classic has helped raise and distribute more than $12 million in charitable donations, including $1.8 million raised in 2008, to various nonprofit organizations. Among the 86 organizations that received funding from The Classic were Boys & Girls Clubs of Providence, American Heart Association and City Year.
In response to the economic challenges we saw in 2008, $360,000 was earmarked for organizations in the local community that provide food, shelter, health services and heat assistance to help our neighbors get through these tough times.
CVS Caremark Downtown 5K
The CVS Caremark Downtown 5K is the largest road race event in Rhode Island. Participants of all levels, abilities and ages come to Providence in September to compete and have fun. The 2008 CVS Caremark Downtown 5K raised a record-breaking $225,000 that was awarded to more than 50 nonprofit organizations and schools in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. More than 8,000 registered runners, walkers and wheelchair athletes participated in the race and helped bring the total tally of funds raised during the nine-year sponsorship to $1 million.
2008 CVS Caremark Corporate Social Responsibility Report
Download the 2008 CSR Report