This summer, The United Family and Albertsons Companies’ sister stores joined forces to help flood victims in Kerr County and San Angelo, Texas.
The Albertsons Companies Foundation donated $487,366 to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund, managed by Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country and the San Angelo Area Foundation.
“Our fellow Texans who were deeply impacted by the recent floods continue to be in our thoughts and prayers,” said Sidney Hopper, president of The United Family Division. “Words cannot adequately describe the devastation from this event. We are grateful to be part of an organization that mobilized and united to help our neighbors in need.”
Both the Southern Division – with stores across Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas – and The United Family Division of Albertsons Companies, which has locations across the Lone Star State and New Mexico, took part in the effort.
“Our hearts are with those in Kerr County and with those in Central Texas and beyond, who’ve been deeply impacted by the recent flooding,” said Wes Jackson, Albertsons Companies Southern Division president.
“Together with the United Family Division, we are here to support fellow Texans in our shared communities across the state.”
The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country expressed gratitude for the donation, which will benefit the families impacted most, including those of the 118 people who died. Grants are in progress, and residents are continuing to receive assistance.
“This extraordinary gift will help our neighbors rebuild their lives and restore hope for hundreds of families,” said Austin Dickson, CEO of the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country.
“We are deeply grateful for this powerful act of solidarity with the Hill Country during such a trying time.”
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