Lowe's Donates $500,000 Toward National Tornado Recovery Efforts
Following a string of dozens of deadly and destructive tornadoes, Home improvement giant Lowe's announced it will donate $500,000 to support relief and recovery efforts across the nation. The donation will assist Lowe's disaster relief partners, including the American Red Cross and Lowe's nonprofit Pro customers, helping these organizations provide emergency shelter, critical relief supplies, food and comfort to those affected by the tornado outbreak.
"It's heartbreaking to see the devastation caused by the extreme tornadoes that have impacted our associates and customers across the South and Midwest," said Marvin Ellison, Lowe's chairman and CEO, in a written statement. "Our stores and associates are committed to providing assistance at a time when our neighbors need us more than ever, and this donation will help our nonprofit and Pro partners respond to critical needs."