Wal-Mart Helping Tornado Recovery
By: Jennifer Griggy
Updated: May 11, 2007
(Bentonville, AR) Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. announced today that it is donating $100,000 to assist with recovery efforts following the devastating tornadoes that ripped through Greensburg, Kan., last week.
The contribution from the Wal-Mart & Sams Club Foundation will enable The Salvation Army and American Red Cross to assist those affected by the storm.
Since the storm hit on May 4, The Salvation Army and Red Cross have been providing shelter, clothing, food, counseling and other assistance to the tornado victims. Wal-Marts donation of $80,000 to the Red Cross and $20,000 to The Salvation Army will help these organizations continue with their relief efforts.
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