Target donates $15K for Texas tornado aid

MINNEAPOLIS — Target has committed $15,000 in cash and gift cards to assist the Texas communities impacted by recent tornadoes.

Cash donations will be distributed to The Salvation Army and the American Red Cross. In addition, Target has donated gift cards to other local nonprofit organizations for such essentials as water and food.

“Target is proud to be a resource for our communities, and we’re committed to aiding those in this time of need,” Target chairman, president and CEO Gregg Steinhafel said. “Our team supports local recovery responses by volunteering and donating product and funds, in addition to making sure our stores closest to the disaster area are able to offer needed supplies.”