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Walmart and the Walmart Foundation Commit $25 Million to Global COVID-19 Response Effort
BENTONVILLE, Ark., March 17, 2020 — To help meet the critical needs resulting from the global COVID-19 pandemic, Walmart and the Walmart Foundation have committed $25 million to support organizations on the front lines responding to the outbreak.“In times of need, we see communities come together to do extraordinary things. This pandemic is no different,” […]
Kroger Family of Companies Announces Appreciation Bonus for Associates and Expands 14-Day COVID-19 Emergency Leave Guidelines
Frontline grocery, supply chain, manufacturing and customer service associates to receive one-time bonus; $300 for full time and $150 for part timeCINCINNATI, March 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The Kroger Family of Companies (NYSE: KR) today announced that it will provide a one-time bonus to every hourly frontline grocery, supply chain, manufacturing and customer service associate, […]
Lowe’s Commits $25 Million, Updates Operations in Response to COVID-19
MOORESVILLE, N.C., March 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Over the past several weeks, more than 300,000 Lowe’s associates have worked around the clock to ensure our customers, first responders and government officials have access to the essential products they need to keep their families safe, their businesses running and their communities healthy through this unprecedented time.Today, […]
Target Invests More Than $300 Million in Frontline Team Members with Added Wages, New Paid Leave Program, Bonus Payouts and Relief Fund Contributions
MINNEAPOLIS – March 20, 2020 – In recognition of the significant contributions its frontline team members are playing during an incredible time of need, Target (NYSE: TGT) today announced it is raising its industry-leading pay by $2 an hour until at least May 2. In addition, effective immediately, Target is offering a new option for all […]