Washington, D.C. — March 5, 2026 — America250, the national nonpartisan organization charged by Congress to lead the commemoration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, today announced a new partnership with American innerwear and apparel brand Jockey International, Inc. (Jockey). Through this collaboration, the company will support programming designed to engage 350 million Americans in celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary.
As a third-generation, family-owned company, the history of Jockey parallels the growth and evolution of modern American enterprise. With the brand commemorating its 150th anniversary this year, the partnership with America250 underscores a shared commitment to resilience, civic responsibility and continued progress. Throughout the Semiquincentennial year, Jockey will participate in key America250 observances and charitable initiatives that encourage Americans to reflect and give back to their communities.
“The innovation, service and commitment to families across the country demonstrated by Jockey over the past 150 years since its founding reflect the unwavering values that have shaped our nation,” said Rosie Rios, Chair of America250. “Together, we will inspire Americans to honor this historic milestone not only through celebration, but through meaningful contributions to their communities.”
Philanthropy has always been central to the company’s identity, with employees contributing over 1,800 volunteer hours across education, mentorship and access-to-needs initiatives in 2025. Jockey will bring that same spirit of service to America250’s America Gives program, mobilizing its workforce for a record-setting year of volunteerism nationwide. As part of this commitment, the company will donate shirts to volunteers nationwide on May 16 in honor of Good Neighbor Day America, further demonstrating its dedication to service and strengthening communities nationwide.
“As Jockey marks 150 years of crafting comfort, our connection to America250 is a natural fit. Both milestones celebrate the enduring values that unite families, communities and generations across the United States,” said Debra S. Waller, chairman and chief executive officer of Jockey. “For more than a century and a half, Jockey has been guided by the belief that service, integrity, and innovation define progress. Joining America250 through the America Gives platform allows us to honor that commitment in a new way by encouraging volunteerism and acts of care that strengthen communities nationwide.”
To learn more about the brand and its 150-year history, visit Jockey.com/ourstory. To learn more about America250 and its national commemorative efforts, visit America250.org.
About Jockey International, Inc.
Founded in 1876 by Rev. Samuel T. Cooper, Jockey The Original American Underwear Brand® has delivered feel-good comfort for 150 years. This third-generation, family-owned company operates from Kenosha, Wisconsin, as it has since 1892, and draws on a heritage of quality, innovation, and craftsmanship. Jockey creates elevated essentials with enduring style while committing to making a positive impact on generations of families and communities around the world.
Jockey® products reach customers in more than 120 countries through retail stores, e-commerce, and a global distribution network. Through the Jockey Being Family Foundation and One Mighty Fortress Foundation, Jockey faithfully supports kids, families, and communities, including military personnel, first responders, and foster and adoptive families. Discover comfort and care at Jockey.com.
About America250
America250’s mission is to celebrate and commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, marking America’s Semiquincentennial. We aim to inspire our fellow Americans to reflect on our past, strengthen our love of country, and renew our commitment to the ideals of democracy through programs that educate, engage, and unite us as a nation. America250 will foster shared experiences that spark imagination, showcase the rich tapestry of our American stories, inspire service in our communities, honor the enduring strength, and celebrate the resilience of the United States of America.