
In response to Hurricane Francine, Dollar General (NYSE: DG) has partnered with World Central Kitchen (WCK) to assist disaster recovery by providing nourishing meals to affected communities.
The partnership was activated following the hurricane’s landfall, with WCK deploying a new Dollar General-supported Rapid Response Field Kitchen. This custom-designed, all-terrain vehicle can access hard-to-reach areas and is capable of serving up to 3,000 hot meals and 1,500 sandwiches daily to those in need.
WCK’s Relief Teams are scheduled to begin serving meals immediately, with locations being evaluated daily based on shifting community needs. Updates about the mobile kitchen can be followed on WCK’s social media platforms, including Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
“With more than 20,000 stores across the country, Dollar General is committed to supporting our neighbors, especially in times of crisis,” said Denine Torr, Dollar General’s vice president of corporate social responsibility and philanthropy. “We are honored to partner with WCK to deliver nourishing meals and provide hope in our hometowns during challenging times. We hope this effort brings much-needed relief to our neighbors in Louisiana and other areas impacted by the storm.”
The DG-supported Rapid Response Field Kitchen allows WCK to start cooking within hours, offering fresh meals to impacted residents while local businesses recover. The mobile kitchen was also deployed in Florida in August 2024 during WCK’s response to Hurricane Debby.
“World Central Kitchen is deeply grateful to Dollar General for enabling our Rapid Response Field Kitchen,” said Jason Collis, WCK’s Chief Relief Officer. “This support greatly enhances our ability to quickly mobilize and provide fresh, nourishing meals in times of urgent need.”
As part of its mission of “Serving Others,” Dollar General continues to support recovery efforts in the communities it serves. In addition to its multi-year partnership with WCK, which extends through 2029, Dollar General works with the Red Cross to aid in relief following disasters such as hurricanes, floods, fires, and tornadoes. The Dollar General Literacy Foundation also helps rebuild school libraries through its Beyond Words program, offering support in areas affected by natural disasters.
About Dollar General Corporation
Dollar General Corporation (NYSE: DG) is America’s neighborhood general store, founded in 1939. It lives its mission of “Serving Others” by providing affordable products and services, creating career opportunities, and supporting literacy and education in local communities. As of August 2024, Dollar General operates over 20,345 stores across the U.S. and Mexico, offering a wide range of everyday essentials, including products from trusted brands like Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, General Mills, Hershey, and more, along with high-quality private brands.