In addition to the donation, H-E-B is providing on-the-ground support in the impacted communities.
SAN ANTONIO — “No store does more” is not just a company slogan at H-E-B. The Texas-based grocer H-E-B just announced a donation of $5 million being made for Texas flood recovery.
In addition to the monetary gift, H-E-B is providing on-the-ground meals, volunteers and supplies in the impacted communities.
“For 120 years, the Butt family has proudly called Kerrville home,” said Howard Butt III, H-E-B CEO. “Our hearts ache for the children, families, and communities facing tremendous loss throughout Texas in the wake of these floods. Our Partners have big hearts, and we will continue to support our neighbors. H-E-B and our dedicated Partners are here to help.”
$2 million will be gifted to the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country to support its Kerr County Flood Relief Fund, which was established to support organizations providing rescue, relief, and recovery efforts as well as flood assistance to the communities of Hunt, Ingram, Kerrville, Center Point, and Comfort.
H-E-B has already begun distributing gift cards throughout impacted communities and to nonprofits such as the United Way of Concho Valley in San Angelo and school districts including Ingram ISD.
“Since 1905 our family has built a deep connection to Kerrville and the communities of the Hill Country where our company began.” said Stephen Butt, H-E-B President of Shareholder Relations. “Our founder Florence Butt was known for sharing food with those in need on the banks of the Guadalupe River. Her commitment to serving others inspired H-E-B’s Spirit of Giving which is a cornerstone of our company. Today we are proud to continue her legacy and stand with great resolve to help our communities as they begin to recover.”
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As with any disaster in Texas, H-E-B deployed its Mobile Kitchen to Ingram and also sent cleaning supplies and gift cards to support areas such as Center Point and Hunt. Employee volunteers from across the company are also serving other hard-hit communities throughout the state. Groups of Partners are providing meals, gift cards, food, water, and cleaning materials in flood-affected areas of Burnet, Georgetown, Leander, Liberty Hill, Marble Falls, San Angelo, and more.
H-E-B has also launched their check stand donation campaign, which allows customers to donate at checkout when shopping in-store and online. All the money collected will be distributed to nonprofits supporting victims in impacted counties. Customers can also donate using the Favor App when ordering groceries.
“As a people company, H-E-B continues to work closely with impacted Partners offering aid such as counseling and financial assistance,” said H-E-B. “H-E-B holds compassion and strength for our fellow Texans. In the coming weeks and months, H-E-B will stay close to impacted communities and provide ongoing support throughout the recovery process.”