Community Relations: Anchor Programs
Blockbuster's anchor programs are national initiatives that are implemented locally by BLOCKBUSTER Stores
Children's Miracle Network
The Children's Miracle Network hospitals provide pediatric care for all kinds of illnesses and injuries and serve thousands of children each year. BLOCKBUSTER store employees and customers work together on community projects that raise awareness and funds for CMN-affiliated children's hospitals. Ongoing support is given through donations of movies and games and annual in-store fundraisers, thereby, providing video libraries and funds for operating costs.
Boys & Girls Clubs of AmericaWorking to fuel the development and self-esteem of today's youth, the Boys & Girls Clubs of America fulfills a significant need in today's society. Blockbuster supports Boys & Girls Clubs with nationwide fund-raising efforts.
NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People)ACT-SO Program
The Afro-Academic, Cultural Technological and Scientific Olympics (ACT-SO) program encourages students in grades 9-12 to display their skills in areas such as computer science, entrepreneurship and the arts. Blockbuster is a national sponsor of the ACT-SO filmmakers' category.
LULAC (League of United Latin American Citizens))National Education Service Center
In the past five years, partnership has resulted in more than $250,000 in scholarships to Hispanic youth, which LULAC distributes through a matching dollar program. For more information on how to apply for these scholarships, contact the LULAC National Service Center at (202) 833-6130.


