Dollar General Extends American Red Cross Partnership
Dollar General (NYSE: DG) has extended its partnership with the American Red Cross by donating $250,000 to support disaster preparedness, response, and recovery efforts. This donation is part of Dollar General's long-term commitment, totaling over $8.5 million since 2001. The funds will provide safe shelter, hot meals, emotional support, and resources for individuals affected by disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, fires, and earthquakes. Dollar General has been actively supporting the Red Cross for 23 years, emphasizing its dedication to community assistance during times of crisis. The company operates over 20,000 stores across the U.S. and Mexico, continuing to serve its mission of 'Serving Others' by offering affordable products, career opportunities, and community support.
- Dollar General donated $250,000 to the American Red Cross for disaster relief.
- The company has provided over $8.5 million in support since 2001.
- Funds will be used for safe shelter, hot meals, emotional support, and essential resources.
- 23 years of partnership with the Red Cross indicates strong community commitment.
- Operating over 20,000 stores, expanding reach and economic presence.
- The donation amount of $250,000 may be viewed as insufficient given the scale of disasters.
- Potential investor concern over funds diverted to philanthropy instead of growth opportunities.
Company Donates
“We are committed to being there for our neighbors across the country in the wake of hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, fires and earthquakes to help rebuild their lives and restore hope,” shared Denine Torr, Dollar General’s vice president of corporate social responsibility and philanthropy. “For 23 years, Dollar General has proudly supported the American Red Cross to prepare for emergencies and supply vital resources to individuals and families when disaster strikes, and we are grateful to our Red Cross partners for their continued efforts."
“As extreme weather events increase in frequency and intensity, we continue to count on forward-thinking Disaster Responder members like Dollar General to help power our relief efforts,” said Anne McKeough, chief development officer at the American Red Cross. “We’re so very grateful for Dollar General’s donation, which underscores their commitment to compassion in times of crisis.”
About Dollar General Corporation
Dollar General Corporation (NYSE: DG) is proud to serve as America’s neighborhood general store. Founded in 1939, Dollar General lives its mission of Serving Others every day by providing access to affordable products and services for its customers, career opportunities for its employees, and literacy and education support for its hometown communities. As of May 3, 2024, the Company’s 20,149 Dollar General, DG Market, DGX and pOpshelf stores across
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