Posted October 21, 2015

 

SPARTANBURG, S.C. –Milliken & Company announced that it is making a donation of $100,000 to the American Red Cross to support the immediate disaster relief efforts in South Carolina.

 

In addition, recognizing the longer-term recovery needs, Milliken employees in each of the company’s 37 U.S. facilities are collecting supplies to be delivered to the Red Cross later this month. The public is welcome to drop off donations at the Roger Milliken Center Campus here until October 23.

 

“Over 4000 Milliken associates call South Carolina home, and we are committed to supporting our neighbors, families and friends who are facing hardships due to the devastating floods,” said Joe Salley, president and CEO, Milliken & Company. “We hope that our donations will provide both near-term relief to those impacted and longer-term aid in the rebuilding process.”

 

“The people of South Carolina are suffering, and our corporate partners, neighbors, friends and families are stepping up to help,” said Ann M. Wright, American Red Cross executive director, Upstate South Carolina COO Palmetto SC Region. “Milliken’s contribution helps us reach out to those who are hurting and begin the long road to recovery and healing. Thank you for being there for those who need us.”

 

Source: Milliken & Co.