The Kroger Co. continues to provide aid to Texans impacted by the historic winter storm, including issuing $270,000 in emergency grants to more than 500 associates. The retailer is also partnering with the City of Dallas and City of Houston and supplying drinkable water to local communities and not-for-profit organizations like Harvest Project Food Rescue, Houston Food Bank, Montgomery Food Bank, and The Wilkinson Center.
“Texas is resilient and has weathered many storms – coming out stronger each time,” said Rodney McMullen, Kroger’s chairman and CEO, in a statement. “Kroger has been there to support Texans every time, always focusing on ensuring our associates and communities have the resources they need to rebuild. I’m especially grateful to our Dallas and Houston store, distribution center, manufacturing, pharmacy and office teams who have worked tirelessly over the past couple of weeks to uplift our associates, customers and communities.”
The Kroger Co. Foundation has also committed $190,000 to Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson’s Disaster Relief Fund and $180,000 to the Houston Harris County Winter Storm Relief Fund, created by Mayor Sylvester Turner and Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo.
Customers can support relief efforts by selecting a donation option during checkout in Dallas-Fort Worth and Greater Houston stores. The funds will be donated to the American Red Cross.
