Publix foundation donates $1M to support Hurricane Milton disaster relief

Publix Super Markets Charities says it is donating $1 million to support relief efforts in areas affected by Hurricane Milton.

Publix is also activating a companywide donation campaign so customers and associates can help people affected by the storm, according to a news release. Donations may be made in any amount at checkout, and the campaign’s end date will be based on customer response.

The contributions from the Publix charitable foundation and the company's register campaign will support nonprofit organizations including the American Red Cross, the United Way and the Florida Fund, enabling them to help people recover from this disaster, the release said.

“Our thoughts are with the people who have been affected by Hurricane Milton. This destructive storm made its way across Florida as many people were still recovering from Hurricane Helene,” said Publix CEO Kevin Murphy. “I’m grateful to Publix Super Markets Charities for their continued support and donation to help people in one of their greatest times of need. I’m also proud of our over 255,000 associates who continue to show their dedication to caring for our customers, our communities and each other.”