Gift of $500K Enables Red Cross to Respond to Disasters in the Southeast

The American Red Cross is proud to recognize The Hartford for its donation of $500,000 which will help ensure that our teams have the supplies and tools needed to help the tens of thousands of people affected by Hurricanes Milton and Helene in the Southeastern United States.

“We extend our heartfelt thanks to The Hartford for standing with the Red Cross as we continue to support communities devastated by Hurricanes Milton and Helene,” said Richard Branigan, CEO of the American Red Cross Connecticut and Rhode Island Region. “We are deeply grateful for partners like The Hartford, whose generosity allows us to bring comfort and hope to those who need it most.”

Hurricanes Milton and Helene have caused widespread damage across hundreds of miles, leaving a lasting impact on communities in Florida, Georgia, the Carolinas and Tennessee. In response, the Red Cross has mobilized over 1,600 disaster responders from across the country to help aid in the recovery.

“We stand with our fellow Americans who tragically lost loved ones, homes and businesses due to hurricanes Helene and Milton,” said The Hartford’s Head of Commercial Lines Mo Tooker. “Our teams are in the field helping our customers and business partners in early stages of re-building, yet we knew we needed to do more. Our gift to the American Red Cross will help provide immediate relief and long-term support. We are committed to helping these communities recover, re-build and thrive.”

Thousands of people continue to stay in shelters, where disaster health volunteers are caring for minor injuries and replacing things like eyeglasses and medications and mental health volunteers are providing comfort to those affected. Disaster kitchens are up and running, and dozens of Red Cross response vehicles are on the roads delivering those hot meals along with water and supplies to people struggling to clean up their homes. With the help of partners, the Red Cross has provided millions of meals and snacks, and more than 100,000 relief items like cleaning and hygiene supplies for thousands of affected families.

In North Carolina, it’s getting colder as power outages continue and many are choosing to stay close to their destroyed homes. The Red Cross is supporting community care centers that provide amenities like showers, laundry, Wi-Fi, meals and water. And distribution sites are open where people can pick up things like camp stoves and fuel, generators, warm clothing and more.

In many areas, Red Crossers are supporting residential damage assessment. This critical information will be used to make plans for what support — including financial assistance — people may need.

The Hartford has been a longtime supporter of the Red Cross, including its annual Sound the Alarm home fire prevention program.

To join The Hartford in supporting the Hurricanes Milton and Helene recovery efforts and helping provide critical relief to those in need, please visit here.

About the American Red Cross:
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or cruzrojaamericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.

About The Hartford:
The Hartford is a leader in property and casualty insurance, group benefits and mutual funds. With more than 200 years of expertise, The Hartford is widely recognized for its service excellence, sustainability practices, trust and integrity. More information on the company and its financial performance is available at https://www.thehartford.com.

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