Target is a leading retailer in the United States and has a legacy of giving back to the community. Since 1946, Target has given 5 per cent of their income to the communities they serve. Today, that equals more than $3 million each and every week.

Fun time for Smile foundation girls at Target

Target team members played host to a group of 30 underprivileged girl children between the age group of 12 to14 years

when they were recently invited for fun and frolic at the Target office in New Delhi.

The girls were from the non-formal education classes conducted by Rasta, a partner organisation of Smile Foundation. It was masti and laughter for the girls as they enjoyed games, movies, magic, music and jokes. They were showered with a lot of gifts. While the visit was delightful for the children, it was a great volunteering opportunity for Target team members who were celebrating 20 years of ‘fast, fun and friendly’ work culture at Target.

Roshina (13) cannot control her smile while sharing her experience. “Bahut maze kiye humne (We had lots of fun). Bhaiya showed us a magic with playing cards and they were surprised when I showed them the same magic with sketch pens. They were interested to learn it from me,” she says.

“I enjoyed Tom and Jerry the most as I do not have a TV at home. I even loved watching the animation movie,” says 14 year old Nagina.

The enthusiastic team members at Target were amazed at the wit and active participation of these girls. Minakshi Mishra, Director, HR, Target, shares, “There aren’t a lot of things that gives us as much satisfaction as spending time with children. It was a great feeling as we shared and learned so much in such a short time.”

Rohan Diwan, Senior Rep., HR, Target opines, “The children were absolutely amazing. We spent the day playing and watching movies with them. I really found the kids heart-warming and a great source of inspiration. “

Target believes that giving is a responsibility we all share. Volunteering is one way we make a difference in the lives of others. By helping to strengthen communities, we improve local economies and create a better quality of life for everyone. The children left the office with their hands full of bags, soft toys, stationery items etc.