Donation will support emergency services, including food and shelter
St. Louis, Friday, December 1, 2006 -
Monsanto Company has pledged $100,000 to support Red Cross relief efforts following last night's severe winter storms and subsequent power outages in Missouri and Illinois. The donation to the American Red Cross St. Louis Area Chapter will help provide critical food and shelter to people whose homes were damaged or who lost power in the storm.
"We are extremely grateful to Monsanto Company for its generous contribution to help the people of Missouri and Illinois overcome this terrible storm," said Joseph C. White, CEO of the St. Louis Area Chapter.
About Red Cross Emergency Services:
The American Red Cross provides immediate assistance with food, clothing, shelter and other needs in the wake of disasters and emergencies. The Red Cross is able to respond 24 hours a day, seven days a week and provide a vast array of programs and services throughout the region due to the dedication of thousands of volunteers that give freely of their time.
About Monsanto Company:
Monsanto Company is a leading global provider of technology-based solutions and agricultural products that improve farm productivity and food quality. The company employs approximately 3,000 men and women in the St. Louis area.
About the American Red Cross St. Louis Area Chapter:
Founded in 1917, the American Red Cross St. Louis Area Chapter provides emergency relief and preparedness training more than 410,000 times each year. The Red Cross is not a government agency and depends on the efforts of thousands of volunteers and donors to provide a wide range of community support services, including disaster relief, first aid and CPR training, water safety, services to military personnel and support for blood services. The Chapter, a United Way agency, provides programs and services to St. Louis City, St. Louis County, St. Charles County and Jefferson County in Missouri, as well as Monroe, St. Clair (including Scott Air Force Base) and part of Madison County in Illinois. All disaster relief services are provided free of charge thanks to the generosity of the American people. To learn more about Red Cross programs, volunteer opportunities, and how you can help, contact the St. Louis Area Chapter at 314.516.2800 or www.redcrossstl.org.
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