Wal-Mart Foundation Donates $5 Million to Help Red Cross Chapters Prepare for Disasters
Generous donation will allow 128 communities across the country to better prepare for disasters large and small
WASHINGTON, April 1, 2009 — The Wal-Mart Foundation has awarded $5 million to the American Red Cross to strengthen disaster preparedness in 128 communities in 44 states and three U.S. territories.
The funds will expand the reach of the Red Cross in places that are often isolated during times of disaster. The donation will be used to purchase more than 55,000 blankets and 15,000 cots, provide chapters with nearly 150 shelter trailers and train more than 1,000 Red Cross staff and volunteers.
- Companies:
- American Red Cross
- Sam's Club
- Wal-Mart
- Places:
- United States
- Washington
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