Red Cross

Please Help People Affected by the California Wildfires

Now Through January 31, 2025

Your donation enables the Red Cross to prepare for, respond to and help people recover from these disasters.

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Big Y Partners with Red Cross Relief Campaign in Response to California Wildfires

SPRINGFIELD, MA – (January 17, 2025) - Big Y is partnering with the American Red Cross to raise donations for those affected by the California Wildfires. Now through Friday, January 31st, Big Y customers and employees will have the opportunity to donate to American Red Cross Disaster Relief at all Big Y supermarket locations throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. Donation containers for cash donations will be available at all Big Y registers, with the ability to donate with credit or debit at the register, via the myExpress Checkout app or https://bit.ly/BigYCaliforniaWildfiresSupport.

"The American Red Cross is focused on making sure everyone has a safe place to stay, and no one faces this heartbreaking crisis alone,” said Holly Grant, Chief Executive Officer, American Red Cross Massachusetts Region. “The Red Cross is working closely with our partners to provide safe shelter, food, emotional support and other critical services to those in need.”

According to President and CEO Michael P. D’Amour, "For years, our Big Y customers and employees have come together to support those in need through the Red Cross. Currently, their kindness and ongoing contributions are making a meaningful difference in the lives of families affected by these wildfires. We are deeply thankful for everyone’s generosity and commitment to helping those facing this devastation.”

The funds raised through this campaign will support people in the communities affected by these tragic fires.