Associates deliver meals, critical supplies to those impacted by recent storms
Communities across the South are battling two major hardships at once: the coronavirus and dozens of deadly tornados that swept through the area in recent weeks.
The severe weather destroyed hundreds of homes and businesses across multiple states and dozens of deaths were reported. Making matters even harder for those in the storms’ paths, the COVID-19 pandemic has complicated how residents can receive assistance or begin cleanup efforts, due to current social distancing guidelines.
As Lowe’s continues to support its communities during times of crisis and natural disaster, dozens of associates across the multiple states still found ways to serve those who need it most.
In Tennessee, a dozen associates from a Chattanooga Lowe’s delivered 350 boxed lunches to first responders. The volunteers also delivered 650 boxed lunches to a local YMCA, where National Guard members went into communities impacted by the recent tornado. Four boxed lunches and bottled waters were placed into individual Lowe’s buckets for delivery to families.
In South Carolina, 25 red vest associates from six stores representing Charleston, Goose Creek, Summerville, Beaufort, Orangeburg and Bluffton banded together to support hard-hit communities with critical supplies. The group delivered donated supplies including chainsaws, rakes, gloves, trash bags, generators, water and more.
“Heroes come in all walks of life and today they wear red vests,” said Lowe’s District Manager Wesley Champion. “It’s a pleasure to be able to jump in and support our communities. We are very proud to work for a company that allows us to make an impact in the communities in which we serve and live.”
