Helping our neighbors in need.
Providing aid in times of need is the cornerstone of H‑E‑B’s Helping Here philosophy, which promises to stand by communities during times of crisis. For more than 100 years, the company has demonstrated its commitment to communities in crisis by donating financial support, emergency supplies, drinking water and food, as well as providing efficient ways for customers to assist those affected by a natural disaster.
Helping our neighbors
in need.
Providing aid in times of need is the cornerstone of H‑E‑B’s Helping Here philosophy, which promises to stand by communities during times of crisis. For more than 100 years, the company has demonstrated its commitment to communities in crisis by donating financial support, emergency supplies, drinking water and food, as well as providing efficient ways for customers to assist those affected by a natural disaster.
Hurricane Harvey
August 2017
During Hurricane Harvey, H-E-B’s total contribution to disaster relief efforts exceeded $6 million. This included monetary commitments, support for emergency shelters, food bank donations, volunteer hours, and the deployment of H-E-B’s Mobile Kitchens and Disaster Relief Units.
In addition to H-E-B contributions, Charles Butt, H-E-B’s Chairman, donated $5 million to the Justin J. Watt Foundation to further aid relief efforts in Houston.
$6M
In Support
60K+
Hot Meals
150K+
Cases of Water
Hurricane Harvey
August 2017
During Hurricane Harvey, H-E-B’s total contribution to disaster relief
efforts exceeded $6 million. This included monetary commitments, support for emergency shelters, food bank donations, volunteer hours,
and the deployment of H-E-B’s Mobile Kitchens and Disaster Relief Units.
In addition to H-E-B contributions, Charles Butt, H-E-B’s Chairman, donated $5 million to the Justin J. Watt Foundation to further aid relief efforts in Houston.
$6M
In Support
60K+
Hot Meals
150K+
Cases of Water
Covid-19 Pandemic
2020
During the height of the global pandemic, H-E-B provided over $5 million in support for Texans affected by the pandemic. They focused on assisting the most vulnerable groups: seniors, children, low-income families, and first responders. This support included contributions to food banks, meals for home-bound individuals, medical research, and assistance for over 450 grassroots nonprofits.
In addition, H-E-B Tournament of Champions provided over $1 million in support of pandemic relief efforts across the state.
$6M
Total Support
$4.3M+
Food Bank
Contributions
$800K
Customer Donation Support
Covid-19 Pandemic
2020
During the height of the global pandemic, H-E-B provided over $5 million in support for Texans affected by the pandemic. They focused on assisting the most vulnerable groups: seniors, children, low-income families, and first responders. This support included contributions to food banks, meals for home-bound individuals, medical research, and assistance for over 450 grassroots nonprofits.
In addition, H-E-B Tournament of Champions provided over $1 million in support of pandemic relief efforts across the state.
$6M
Total Support
$4.3M+
Food Bank
Contributions
$800K+
Customer Donation Support
Hurricane Laura
August 2020
The western part of Hurricane Laura affected southeast Texas, bringing 60–110 mph (97–177 km/h) wind gusts and causing the most damage in Orange, Texas. Additionally, East Texans lost power due to Hurricane Laura.
The H-E-B Mobile Kitchen was sent to Orange on Friday, August 28, 2020, to provide support for the disaster. From Saturday through Monday, residents in the area and Louisiana came to receive hot meals, ice, and cases of water.
192
Pallets of Water
$75K
Louisiana Food
Bank Support
15K+
Mobile Kitchen
Meals
Hurricane Laura
August 2020
The western part of Hurricane Laura affected southeast Texas, bringing 60–110 mph (97–177 km/h) wind gusts and causing the most damage in Orange, Texas. Additionally, East Texans lost power due to Hurricane Laura.
The H-E-B Mobile Kitchen was sent to Orange on Friday, August 28, 2020, to provide support for the disaster. From Saturday through Monday, residents in the area and Louisiana came to receive hot meals, ice, and cases of water.
192
Pallets of Water
$75K+
Louisiana Food Bank Support
15K+
Mobile Kitchen
Meals
2024 Hurricane Preparation Guide
Hurricane season is June 1 through November 30.
The following Tips can help you plan and be better prepared.
2024 Hurricane
Preparation Guide
Hurricane season is June 1 through November 30. The following Tips can help you plan and be better prepared.
Home Hurricane Tips
Hurricane Kit Check List
You might be without power and drinkable water during and after the storm
so make sure you have these items on hand:
Hurricane Kit Check List
You might be without power and drinkable water during and after the storm so make sure you have these items on hand:
7-day supply of
non-perishable food
Ready-to-eat canned meats,
fruits and vegetables, protein or
fruit bars, peanut butter, dry cereal
or granola, dried fruit, nuts,
crackers and canned juices.
7-day supply of water
One gallon a day per person.
Tips for Pet Owners
Don’t forget your furry friends. Look after
them by having the following on hand:
Tips for Pet Owners
Don’t forget your furry friends. Look after them by having the following on hand:
Emergency Resources
Ready or Not | www.texasready.gov
Ready South Texas | www.readysouthtexas.gov
Texas Online | www.texas.gov
TXDOT | www.drivetexas.org
National Hurricane Center | www.nhc.noaa.gov
American Red Cross | www.redcross.org
FEMA | www.fema.gov
Emergency Resources
Ready or Not | www.texasready.gov
Ready South Texas | www.readysouthtexas.gov
Texas Online | www.texas.gov
TXDOT | www.drivetexas.org
National Hurricane Center | www.nhc.noaa.gov
American Red Cross | www.redcross.org
FEMA | www.fema.gov
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