UnitedHealthcare Helps Provide 3,400 Meals to Individuals Impacted by COVID-19

 

PITTSBURGH, PA (April 1, 2020) – In efforts to meet increased demand for food while also supporting the restaurant industry, UnitedHealthcare has partnered with The Salvation Army to serve over 3,400 meals from local restaurants to individuals impacted by COVID-19. UnitedHealthcare’s $10,000 donation helps serve the most vulnerable populations including children who no longer have access to school lunches and parents who lost their job and can't feed their family.

“The coronavirus has affected all of us and has made these days difficult with the scarcity of food and other needed supplies but in a time of national crisis, for those who are already marginalized, these days are devastating,” said Major Raphael Jackson, Divisional Commander of The Salvation Army Western Pennsylvania Division. “At The Salvation Army we are seeing families who fear for their lives and that of their children, elderly that don’t know where to turn and have come to us for direction, comfort and material assistance.”

Ensuring the safety of those who depend on The Salvation Army’s programs and services, along with the safety of staff and volunteers, is of utmost priority. Through The Salvation Army’s “Better Together” program, corporations and individuals can help feed families in need while also supporting the restaurant industry, which has been tremendously impacted in recent weeks.

To donate to The Salvation Army please visit www.salvationarmywpa.org/coronavirus.

 

About The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army annually helps more than 23 million Americans overcome poverty, addiction, and economic hardships through a range of social services. By providing food for the hungry, emergency relief for disaster survivors, rehabilitation for those suffering from drug and alcohol abuse, and clothing and shelter for people in need, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at 7,600 centers of operation around the country. The Western Pennsylvania division has 110 locations, covers 28 counties and serves every zip code in the region. For more information, visit www.salvationarmywpa.org. #DoingTheMostGood