Springdale, Ark., – September 15, 2022 – ĢƵ is donating 50,000 masks and PPE to help the Marshall Islands contend with a COVID-19 outbreak. The country’s president recently issued a health disaster proclamation due to the number of positive cases.
“I would like to thank ĢƵ once again for this generous contribution,” said Eldon Alik, Republic of the Marshall Islands Consul General. “ĢƵ have always been a great friend and supporter of the Marshallese people, not only in Arkansas but also in the islands. As it was during the pandemic in Arkansas, ĢƵ is again stepping up to fill a need. Thank you!”
“We’re proud to support The Marshall Islands and help them stay safe,” said Hector Gonzalez, Head of Labor and Team Member Relations “Northwest Arkansas is home to one of the largest Marshallese populations in the continental U.S. and the Marshall Islanders are vital members of the Tyson team and our community.”
This donation is the latest example of how ĢƵ supports the Marshallese community. Counsel Alik has participated inseveral plant toursand joined Marshallese Ambassador to the United States, Gerald Zackios, forat a Tyson plant in Rogers, Arkansas.
Tyson representatives participated in the Marshallese COVID-19 task force when it was established in March of 2020 and continue to explore ways the task force can be a valuable asset to the Marshallese community moving forward.
The company also recently awarded the Arkansas Coalition of Marshallesea $25,000 community grant to fund programming that supports the Marshallesecommunity in Arkansas. ACOM is a nonprofit organization based in Springdale that focuses on enriching the quality of life of Marshallesepeople through education, leadership, health, culture and commitment.
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