The FINANCIAL — The American Red Cross on May 7 recognized IKEA US, headquartered in Conshohocken, Pa., for its support of Red Cross disaster response work through the Disaster Responder Program.
The IKEA partnership with the Red Cross enables the organization to provide safety and comfort to families in communities after a disaster strikes. IKEA is supporting the Red Cross by delivering 4,300 IKEA comfort and care packages annually to IKEA U.S. local communities to help people impacted by disaster. These comfort care packages consist of everyday home items, such as: sheets, pillows, towels and toys to help families get back on their feet, according to IKEA.
“We are incredibly grateful for the support of IKEA and other companies and foundations, which ensures that the Red Cross can immediately respond to the needs of people impacted by disaster in the United States,” said Judge Renee Hughes (ret.), Eastern Pennsylvania Region chief executive officer, “Members of this program generously help create a reliable funding base for disaster relief services, providing food, shelter, emotional support and other essential assistance to disaster victims.”
“IKEA is committed to creating a better life for its communities. We are proud to partner with the Red Cross to support efforts that focus on assisting disaster survivors during and after an emergency. We’re happy to know that IKEA products will help make their daily life easier and more comfortable,” said Evamay Lawson, IKEA US sustainability manager.
“The generous donations from Disaster Responder Program members help the Red Cross assist disaster survivors and support volunteers who work tirelessly at the disaster scene,” said Neal Litvack, American Red Cross chief development officer. “All money donated by the program members and by the general public is essential to our ability to fulfil the mission of the Red Cross.”
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