Wal-Mart Teams with the NALEO Educational Fund to Help Build Stronger, Healthier America

Company`s Support Creates Forum for Policymakers at NALEO Conference to Increase
Knowledge on How to Address Health Disparities Among Latinos
LOS ANGELES--(Business Wire)--
The National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO)
Educational Fund announced that it is partnering with Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. to
hold the NALEO Policy Institute on Health Communities at its annual convening.
The initiative will provide more than 40 policymakers from throughout the
country with the information necessary to address health disparities facing
Latinos. The institute will take place during the organization's 26th Annual
Conference, to be held in Los Angeles June 25-27, 2009.

One of the most important issues facing our communities today is the staggering
increase in rates of obesity and chronic disease. Wal-Mart`s investment in this
initiative will make possible intensive training and professional development
for Latino policymakers and help enhance their capacity to become effective
advocates for their communities. As part of the curriculum, participants will
develop strategic partnerships and learn about best practices, model initiatives
and receive governance skills training to improve their effectiveness as public
servants.

"At Wal-Mart, we recognize that the public and private sectors must work
together to address the nation`s health concerns," said Dr. John Agwunobi,
senior vice president and president of Wal-Mart`s Health and Wellness division.
"As we continue to provide our customers with access to quality, affordable
health and wellness products and solutions, Wal-Mart is proud to partner with
the NALEO Educational Fund to create a forum that will equip policymakers with
the knowledge needed to address some of our nation`s most critical health
issues."

The NALEO Annual Conference is the largest gathering of Latino elected and
appointed officials and their supporters. Conference participants from
throughout the country will assemble for three days of professional development,
public policy discussions, and exploration of key concerns that most affect the
Latino community.

"Latinos face high rates of obesity and chronic disease that threaten our
children and families," said Arturo Vargas, Executive Director of the NALEO
Educational Fund. "Wal-Mart`s critical support of leadership development for
Latino elected and appointed officials on this topic is an effective way to
build a stronger and healthier nation."

About NALEO Educational Fund

The NALEO Educational Fund is the nation`s leading non-profit organization that
facilitates the full participation of Latinos in the American political process,
from citizenship to public service.

About Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE:WMT) serves customers and members more than 200
million times per week at more than 7,900 retail units under 55 different
banners in 15 countries. With fiscal year 2009 sales of $401 billion, Wal-Mart
employs more than 2.1 million associates worldwide. A leader in sustainability,
corporate philanthropy and employment opportunity, Wal-Mart ranked first among
retailers in Fortune Magazine`s 2009 Most Admired Companies survey. Additional
information about Wal-Mart can be found by visiting www.walmartstores.com.
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NALEO Educational Fund
Eric Wagner, 213-747-7606, ext. 4427
ewagner@naleo.org
or
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Lorenzo Lopez, 800-331-0085

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