Bloomin Brands, Inc., a long-standing corporate partner of the American Red Cross, has generously donated $500,000 to support relief efforts for Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. This significant contribution will aid families affected in Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina as they recover from the devastating impacts of these storms.

In addition to the financial donation, Bloomin Brands- including Outback Steakhouse, Carrabba’s Italian Grill, Bonefish Grill, and Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar - has also provided countless meals to the American Red Cross during times of crisis, joining the organization in the field to deliver their mutual mission of providing help and hope to those in need.

“With Hurricane Milton following closely in Hurricane Helene’s wake, the American Red Cross is on the ground helping families recover from these vicious storms,” said Anne McKeough, chief development officer at the American Red Cross. “We’re thankful to Bloomin Brands for standing with us to provide help and hope as communities begin to navigate the long road to recovery.”

“We believe in the power of community and we’re proud to support the American Red Cross in providing shelter, resources, and food in the wake of these tragic storms,” said Elizabeth Daly, Director of Media & Community Relations for Bloomin’ Brands. “We strive to be a source of strength in times of need and understand how something as simple as a hot meal can help uplift our neighbors when they need it most.”

For weeks, weary families across the Southeast have been living with the inconceivable damage left behind after back-to-back storms. As families try to take their next steps, hundreds of Red Cross responders remain on the ground, providing shelter, meals, relief supplies and a shoulder to lean to make sure no one faces this disaster alone.

As communities continue to recover, people still remain in shelters across the impacted areas. With the help of partners, the Red Cross has provided millions of meals and snacks, and hundreds of thousands of relief items like cleaning and hygiene supplies to thousands of affected families.

The ongoing support of Bloomin’ Brands exemplifies their commitment to community resilience and their dedication to making a positive impact during times of disaster.

The American Red Cross of Central Florida and the U.S. Virgin Islands serves 19 Florida counties through five chapters: Florida’s Space Coast (Daytona Beach), Greater Orlando, Mid-Florida (Winter Haven), Southwest Florida (Sarasota) and Tampa Bay; and the Virgin Islands territories of St. Thomas, St. Croix, St. John and Water Island. For more information, visit redcross.org. Also find us on Facebook and X (Twitter).

About the American Red Cross:
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or follow us on social media.