CMCO Launches 2026 Lifting for the Troops Campaign to Support the Mae and George Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation Scholarship Program
Columbus McKinnon (Nasdaq: CMCO) launched its 2026 “Lifting for the Troops” campaign to support the Tunnel to Towers Foundation’s Mae and George Siller Scholarship Program.
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Columbus McKinnon (Nasdaq: CMCO) launched its 2026 “Lifting for the Troops” campaign to support the Tunnel to Towers Foundation’s Mae and George Siller Scholarship Program. Running from September 1 to November 11, 2026, the company aims to raise $100,000, adding to $350,000 raised since 2019 for children of fallen U.S. service members. Funds will be generated through donations tied to in-person training events, online Crosby User's Guide courses, and sponsorships from distributors, channel partners and end users.
News Explained
CMCO has commenced a campaign with specified donation commitments, but its $100,000 goal remains a target through November 11.
The campaign has commenced, and CMCO commits to donate
Separately, distributors, channel partners and end users may sponsor the campaign with donations of
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On Sep 1, the day this news came out, CMCO closed 2.27% below the previous close.
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Key Figures
- 2026 fundraising goal
- $100,000
- 2026 campaign
- Funds raised to date
- $350,000
- Since 2019
- Campaign period
- Sept. 1 through Nov. 11
- 2026 campaign
- Training event donation
- $500
- Each in-person training event during campaign period
- Online course proceeds
- 100%
- Proceeds from Crosby User's Guide for Lifting online courses
- Campaign sponsor donation
- $500 or more
- Donation required for official campaign sponsors
- Sponsor target
- More than 60
- 2026 campaign sponsors
Historical Context
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Record Q1 FY27 orders and sales accompanied by increased full-year guidance.
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Quarterly dividend declared at $0.07 per share for August payment.
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Company scheduled Q1 FY27 results and conference call for July 30.
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New CFO appointed while fiscal 2027 guidance was reaffirmed in company announcement.
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Report cited 40% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions intensity.
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2026 Campaign aims to raise
Since 2019, the Company has raised
"For six years, employees, customers, distributors and partners from across our organization have come together to make a meaningful difference, raising funds and awareness in support of veterans and their families," said David J. Wilson, President and Chief Executive Officer. "As we continue this important tradition, we are proud to build on the strong foundation established over the years and further expand the impact we can make together."
Throughout the campaign, CMCO will raise funds through a variety of initiatives designed to engage employees, customers and partners across its network:
$500 $500 - Online Education: For the length of the campaign, the Company will donate
100% of proceeds from purchases of the Crosby User's Guide for Lifting online courses. - Channel Partners: CMCO is also inviting customers and business partners to participate directly. Distributors, channel partners and end users can become official campaign sponsors with a donation of
$500
The Company aims to secure more than 60 campaign sponsors this year while increasing participation across its global network of employees, customers, and stakeholders.
For more information about CMCO's fundraising campaign or to make a donation, visit www.cmco.com/troops.
About Columbus McKinnon Corporation
CMCO is a global leader in intelligent motion solutions designed to advance performance and productivity, helping customers move the world forward with confidence. Guided by its mission to deliver innovative solutions with unmatched safety, quality and reliability, CMCO enables efficient lifting, positioning, securing and movement of materials across a wide range of end markets. Its portfolio spans five key platforms: lifting hardware consumables, hoists and cranes, precision conveyance, automation and linear motion. Driven by a vision for a safer, more productive tomorrow, CMCO partners with customers to solve some of their most complex intralogistics challenges and keep industry in motion. Comprehensive information is available at www.cmco.com.
About the Tunnel to Towers Foundation
Since 9/11, the Tunnel to Towers Foundation has been helping America's heroes by providing mortgage-free homes to Gold Star and fallen first responder families with young children and by building specially-adapted smart homes for catastrophically injured veterans and first responders. Children of the Foundation's home recipients are offered full scholarships for undergraduate degrees and accredited trade school programs, helping secure their futures. The Foundation is also committed to eradicating veteran homelessness and helping America to Never Forget September 11, 2001.
Media Contact
Christie Lagowski
Director, Global Communications, CMCO
christie.lagowski@cmco.com
716-861-1240
Investor Relations Contact
Alexandre Eldredge
Investor.Relations@cmco.com
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