IRVING, Texas – As Hurricane Irma approached the southeastern U.S., 7-Eleven pledged last week a $150,000 donation to the American Red Cross for Hurricane Irma disaster relief efforts.

With over 800 stores in Florida, 7 donated 4,800 cases of 7-Select purified water for free distribution at three Florida locations on September 9. In addition, is 7 Eleven encouraging customers to support the American Red Cross Hurricane Irma relief efforts. Customers can add $1.00 to their in-store purchase at participating 7 Eleven stores nationwide.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone who has been or who may soon be affected by Hurricane Irma, including our 7 Eleven employees and customers,” said Chris Tanco, chief operating officer.  “We encourage all who can to support them by donating money or volunteering time to relief efforts.”

“Financial support from 7 Eleven helps us deliver disaster relief services and provide food, shelter, emotional support and other essential assistance,” said Don Herring, American Red Cross chief development officer. “These funds are essential to our ability to assist disaster survivors and support the first responders and volunteers who work tirelessly at the scene of a disaster.”

7 Eleven provided similar support in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, which devastated parts of Texas and Louisiana last week, donating $150,000 to the American Red Cross, water, food and supplies to shelters and over 1200 care packages to employees impacted by the storm.

NACS is working with its partners at the American Red Cross to help collect donations for areas impacted by the hurricanes. On June 26, NACS announced an agreement with the Red Cross to advance the existing programs convenience stores provide, and further develop community efforts that provide immediate access to monetary donations as well as food, fuel and beverages for Red Cross volunteers.

NACS members interested in helping the Red Cross can also contact Carolyn Schnare, NACS director of industry initiatives, for more information.