Providing Support When Disaster Strikes: The Covia Cares Emergency Relief Fund
Covia has established an Emergency Relief Fund through The Covia Foundation to support employees during natural disasters and personal hardships. The fund, launched in 2017 following Hurricane Harvey, provides financial assistance of up to $1,500 for employees in the US, Mexico, and Canada.
Following Hurricane Helene, which caused significant damage in the Southeastern US with 100 mph winds, Covia implemented an Immediate Response Program (IRP) providing $500 payments within 24 hours to affected employees. Over 40 employees received assistance through this program. The company partnered with the Emergency Assistance Foundation (EAF) to manage applications confidentially and provide timely support beyond federally declared disasters.
The Hephzibah, Georgia facility demonstrated community support by helping employees with fuel needs and lending equipment for debris clearing when the region lost power for nearly two weeks.
Covia ha istituito un Fondo di Emergenza grazie alla Covia Foundation per supportare i dipendenti durante disastri naturali e difficoltà personali. Il fondo, lanciato nel 2017 dopo l'uragano Harvey, fornisce assistenza finanziaria fino a $1.500 per i dipendenti negli Stati Uniti, Messico e Canada.
Dopo l'uragano Helene, che ha causato danni significativi nel sud-est degli Stati Uniti con venti di 100 mph, Covia ha implementato un Programma di Risposta Immediata (IRP) fornendo pagamenti di $500 entro 24 ore ai dipendenti colpiti. Più di 40 dipendenti hanno ricevuto assistenza attraverso questo programma. L'azienda ha collaborato con la Emergency Assistance Foundation (EAF) per gestire le domande in modo riservato e fornire un supporto tempestivo oltre ai disastri dichiarati a livello federale.
Lo stabilimento di Hephzibah, in Georgia, ha dimostrato sostegno alla comunità aiutando i dipendenti con le necessità di carburante e prestando attrezzature per la rimozione dei detriti quando la regione ha perso energia per quasi due settimane.
Covia ha establecido un Fondo de Ayuda de Emergencia a través de la Covia Foundation para apoyar a los empleados durante desastres naturales y dificultades personales. El fondo, lanzado en 2017 tras el huracán Harvey, proporciona asistencia financiera de hasta $1,500 para empleados en EE. UU., México y Canadá.
Tras el huracán Helene, que causó daños significativos en el sureste de EE. UU. con vientos de 100 mph, Covia implementó un Programa de Respuesta Inmediata (IRP) que proporciona pagos de $500 dentro de las 24 horas a los empleados afectados. Más de 40 empleados recibieron ayuda a través de este programa. La empresa se asoció con la Emergency Assistance Foundation (EAF) para gestionar las solicitudes de manera confidencial y brindar apoyo oportuno más allá de los desastres declarados a nivel federal.
La instalación en Hephzibah, Georgia, demostró apoyo a la comunidad al ayudar a los empleados con necesidades de combustible y prestar equipos para la limpieza de escombros cuando la región se quedó sin electricidad durante casi dos semanas.
코비아는 자연 재해와 개인적인 어려움 동안 직원들을 지원하기 위해 코비아 재단을 통해 긴급 구호 기금을 설립했습니다. 이 기금은 2017년 허리케인 하비 이후에 시작되어 미국, 멕시코 및 캐나다의 직원들에게 최대 $1,500의 재정 지원을 제공합니다.
허리케인 헬렌이 발생한 이후, 100 mph의 바람으로 남동부 미국에 심각한 피해를 주었으며, 코비아는 피해를 입은 직원들에게 24시간 이내에 $500의 지급을 제공하는 즉각적인 대응 프로그램(IRP)을 시행했습니다. 40명 이상의 직원이 이 프로그램을 통해 도움을 받았습니다. 회사는 긴급 지원 재단(EAF)과 협력하여 지원 요청을 비밀리에 관리하고 연방 정부가 선언한 재해를 넘어 시기적절한 지원을 제공했습니다.
조지아주 헤프지바 시설은 지역 사회 지원을 보여주며, 직원들이 연료를 필요로 할 때 도움을 주고, 지역이 거의 두 주 동안 전기를 잃었을 때 잔해 청소를 위한 장비를 대여했습니다.
Covia a établi un Fonds d'Aide d'Urgence par l'intermédiaire de la Covia Foundation pour soutenir les employés en cas de catastrophes naturelles et de difficultés personnelles. Le fonds, lancé en 2017 après l'ouragan Harvey, fournit une assistance financière allant jusqu'à 1 500 $ pour les employés aux États-Unis, au Mexique et au Canada.
Après l'ouragan Helene, qui a causé des dommages significatifs dans le sud-est des États-Unis avec des vents atteignant 100 mph, Covia a mis en œuvre un Programme de Réponse Immédiate (IRP) offrant des paiements de 500 $ dans les 24 heures aux employés touchés. Plus de 40 employés ont bénéficié de cette aide. La société a établi un partenariat avec la Emergency Assistance Foundation (EAF) pour gérer les demandes de manière confidentielle et fournir un soutien rapide au-delà des catastrophes déclarées par les autorités fédérales.
Le site de Hephzibah, en Géorgie, a démontré un soutien communautaire en aidant les employés avec leurs besoins en carburant et en prêtant du matériel pour le déblaiement des débris lorsque la région a perdu l'électricité pendant près de deux semaines.
Covia hat über die Covia Foundation einen Notfallhilfefonds eingerichtet, um Mitarbeiter während Naturkatastrophen und persönlicher Notlagen zu unterstützen. Der Fonds, der 2017 nach dem Hurrikan Harvey ins Leben gerufen wurde, bietet finanzielle Hilfe von bis zu $1.500 für Mitarbeiter in den USA, Mexiko und Kanada.
Nach Hurrikan Helene, der im Südosten der USA mit Geschwindigkeiten von bis zu 100 mph erheblichen Schaden angerichtet hat, führte Covia ein Sofortreaktionsprogramm (IRP) ein, das betroffenen Mitarbeitern innerhalb von 24 Stunden Zahlungen von 500 $ bietet. Über 40 Mitarbeiter erhielten Unterstützung durch dieses Programm. Das Unternehmen arbeitete mit der Emergency Assistance Foundation (EAF) zusammen, um die Anträge vertraulich zu verwalten und zeitnah Unterstützung über staatlich deklarierte Katastrophen hinaus zu bieten.
Das Werk in Hephzibah, Georgia, zeigte Unterstützung für die Gemeinschaft, indem es Mitarbeitern bei Brennstoffbedarf half und Geräte zur Trümmerbeseitigung auslieh, als die Region fast zwei Wochen lang ohne Strom war.
- Established financial support system providing up to $1,500 in emergency assistance
- Quick response capability with $500 payments within 24 hours through IRP
- Successfully assisted over 40 employees affected by Hurricane Helene
- Expanded program coverage to include US, Mexico, and Canada employees
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NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / December 5, 2024 / At Covia, we believe in being there for our people - not just as an employer, but as a resource to support them personally and professionally. We strive to be there for our employees in both prosperous times and challenging moments, the latter of which is why we launched the Covia Cares Emergency Relief Fund.
When natural disasters strike or unexpected hardships occur, having a dedicated support system can make a massive difference. Read on to discover how the Emergency Relief Fund allows Covia to provide more direct, timely support for those affected by Hurricane Helene and other unforeseen hardships.
Adding Support Options for Employees in Times of Need
We established The Covia Foundation in 2008 to support our employees in every aspect of their lives. That commitment is why the Foundation continues to evolve as Covia's employees' needs change over time.
The seeds of the Emergency Relief Fund were planted in 2017 following Hurricane Harvey's devastating impact on the Houston area. Recognizing the immediate needs of these communities, Covia established a fund to provide financial support for employees affected by federally declared natural disasters.
As the program grew, so did the desire to expand its capabilities. Covia partnered with the Emergency Assistance Foundation (EAF) so that we could provide timely support for events beyond federally declared natural disasters. This partnership allowed current employees in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada to apply for up to
Employees also do not need to sacrifice their privacy to benefit from this aid. All applications are handled confidentially through EAF, with Covia's role limited to verifying current employment status. This process ensures our employees can seek assistance without hesitation when facing difficult circumstances.
Providing Immediate Support Following Hurricane Helene
While The Emergency Relief Fund gave Covia employees an avenue for support, Hurricane Helene was particularly overwhelming. Torrential rain and 100 mile-per-hour winds ravaged the Southeastern portion of the U.S., leaving entire communities without food and power. The unpredictability of the storm also made it difficult for people to properly prepare for the damage, as Helene's path ended up impacting areas that were not originally forecast to be in its path.
"The devastating effects of Hurricane Helene challenged many people, including Covia team members in Florida, North Carolina, and Georgia," said Bruno Biasiotta, President and Chief Executive Officer of Covia. "When our people face unexpected challenges, we want them to know they're not alone - they have the full support of the Covia family behind them."
Covia created the Immediate Response Program (IRP) in response to Helene. The IRP provided
Building a Culture of Support Throughout Covia
The Emergency Relief Fund exemplifies The Covia Foundation's broader mission of supporting our employees and communities throughout life's journey. While our other foundation initiatives focus on advancement and growth, the Emergency Relief Fund stands ready to provide crucial support during unexpected challenges.
We are also proud that a culture of community support is prevalent throughout our company. Covia employees were actively involved in recovery efforts, such as when Adam Beatty, Senior Plant Manager of Covia's North American clay operations, and the team at Covia's Hephzibah, Georgia, location rallied to support others while the region was without power for nearly two weeks. The Hephzibah team opened the plant following the storm to help employees fuel cars, and let the city borrow a front-end loader to clear fallen trees and debris blocking the roads.
While we may not be able to avoid natural disasters and other personal hardships, we do have control over how we respond to these challenging times. Our commitment to supporting our people remains unwavering, and The Covia Foundation continues to evolve as a result. The Emergency Relief Fund represents more than just financial assistance - it is a testament to our belief that we are stronger together, especially during life's most challenging moments.
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