Dow Pledges $1 Million in Hurricane Harvey Aid

The Dow Chemical Company and the Dow Chemical Company Foundation said $1 million has been allocated to support immediate relief, long-term recovery and rebuilding efforts in the wake of Hurricane Harvey.

The company also pledged to support its impacted employees.  

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire region, including our employees and the communities that we call home as the wrath of Hurricane Harvey is endured,” said Andrew Liveris, Dow’s chairman and chief executive officer. “Our primary concern right now is the safety of our employees and communities, and we’re working closely with our Dow families and local partners to help.”

Dow said it will donate $100,000 to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund; $100,000 to Team Rubicon and $200,000 to other local, non-profit organizations assisting the region. 

Additionally, Dow said it is matching employee and retiree donations up to $100,000 to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund.

“As recovery and rebuilding efforts begin, Dow will continue to engage community partners to assess and respond to community needs not currently identified across the region through a financial commitment of $500,000, and in-kind and volunteer support,” said Jarrod Erpelding, corporate media relations leader. 

According to Erpelding, Texas is home to approximately 12,000 Dow employees and contractors in the Seadrift, Freeport, Texas City, Deer Park, Beaumont, Bayport, La Porte and Houston areas. 

To support its employees through these challenges, Dow is offering interest-free loans and temporary housing as needed, Erpelding said.