Kroger and UPS, two of Kentucky’s largest employers, are collaborating to collect and deliver relief supplies to victims of the catastrophic flooding in Eastern Kentucky. Donation bins are available in 10 Kroger stores in Louisville, Lexington, Shelbyville, Georgetown, Corbin, and London, Kentucky. On Thursday, UPS will deliver the collected donations to Volunteers of America and the Kentucky Emergency Management Agency in Manchester, Ky., one of the hardest hit areas.
Leaders from both companies talked about the importance of assisting those in need. UPS Airlines President Jim Joseph said, “UPS is committed to delivering what matters, including helping those in need.