E. & J. Gallo Winery contributes $100,000 to American Red Cross relief efforts in Texas
8.31.2017
MODESTO, Calif., (August 31, 2017) - E. & J. Gallo Winery announced today that it has donated $100,000 to the American Red Cross to aid with relief efforts, and assist those communities impacted by Hurricane Harvey.
"On behalf of our employees and their families, as well as our distributor partners in Texas, we are making this donation to help those affected by the flooding and devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey," said Joseph E. Gallo, Chief Executive Officer and President of E. & J. Gallo Winery. "Our hearts go out to the millions of people who have suffered tremendous losses."
In addition, E. & J. Gallo Winery announced it will also match personal donations dollar for dollar made by its employees through the company’s Employee Match Program.
The donation will assist the American Red Cross with providing shelter, food and immediate disaster relief and recovery support.
About E. & J. Gallo Winery
Founded in 1933 by brothers Ernest and Julio Gallo, E. & J. Gallo Winery is a family-owned company and global wine and spirits industry leader. The hallmark of E. & J. Gallo Winery is their lasting commitment to sustainability and quality, and consistently providing wine and spirits for every occasion. Gallo’s range of offerings includes Apothic, Barefoot Wine, Black Box, J Vineyards and Winery, La Marca Prosecco, Orin Swift, New Amsterdam Vodka, RumChata, High Noon, along with partnerships with esteemed family-owned brands such as Allegrini, Argiano, The Dalmore, Diplomatico, Don Fulano, and Grupo Montenegro.