By Jason Kazarian

Inside a ballroom at the Arlington Convention Center, more than 300 Grainger team members came together with a shared goal: helping local communities be better prepared for emergencies.

In just 10 minutes, the group assembled hundreds of emergency “go bags” filled with essential supplies, including drinking water, ponchos, safety lights, masks, and first-aid supplies. The kits will be donated to the HCA Healthcare Foundation to support school nurses across the Dallas–Fort Worth area.

While Grainger is headquartered in Illinois, the event brought together sales representatives from Grainger’s National Accounts, Government, and Healthcare teams—some of whom are based locally in Texas—alongside local leadership and team members from their Onsite and Branch operations.

A 25-Year Partnership

The effort reflects a long-standing commitment to service. For 25 years, Grainger has partnered with the American Red Cross to support disaster response, preparedness, and community resilience nationwide.

During the event, Grainger also presented a $25,000 donation to the American Red Cross North Texas Region, reinforcing the company’s continued investment in local impact.

Mollye Oler, Vice President of Healthcare Sales at Grainger, said the activity reflects the company’s commitment to strengthening communities at both the national and local level:

“Supporting local communities is central to Grainger’s purpose to Keep the World Working. Here in North Texas, our team members are coming together to assemble emergency preparedness kits for school nurses. We’re grateful to partner with the American Red Cross and proud to celebrate 25 years of impact together. Today, we’re especially thankful for the work of the local DFW Chapter and honored to provide an additional donation to support their efforts on the ground. We also want to recognize the HCA Foundation for its continued commitment to strengthening community health and resilience. By working together, we’re helping our communities stay prepared, supported, and ready for whatever comes next.”

Together, the partnership continues to mobilize communities to prepare, respond, and support one another when it matters most.