| Wal-Mart and Target Provide Millions for Hurricane Relief |
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Wal-Mart and Target, two of the nation’s leading retail chains, announce a substantial response to Hurricane Gustav and Ike relief effort. With $2.5 million from Wal-Mart and $1 million from Target to be distributed to The Salvation Army and other relief agencies, the hurricane ravaged part of the country will receive tens of thousands of comfort kits, food, and fresh drinking water. "Wal-Mart’s contribution to The Salvation Army in this time of need is just another example of the generous support they have provided us throughout the years,” said Major George Hood, National Community Relations Secretary at The Salvation Army. “This donation furthers our ability to provide long-term care and comfort to the individuals and families who have lost so much following these hurricanes." Though “only” a category 2 Hurricane when it made landfall in Texas, Hurricane Ike, due to its immense size, has caused wide spread destruction in the Lone Star State. 2.8 million people are without electrical power and may continue this way for weeks. Many dwellings are not unfit for occupancy. The Salvation Army has already served more than 50,000 meals to Texas residents and has over 100 canteens and other equipment positioned in the Galveston-Houston area of Texas. As the response to a major storm such as Ike can last more than five years and cost hundreds of millions of dollars, you can help The Salvation Army respond to people in need by donating today. To donate, please call 1-800-SAL ARMY or visit www.salvationarmyusa.org. |