Target donates $500,000 to China earthquake relief

MINNEAPOLIS Target has donated a total of $500,000 (approximately RMB 3.5 million) to support the earthquake recovery efforts in Central China.

Donations of $250,000 were made to both the Red Cross Society of China to aid in basic relief efforts and to Save the Children to provide assistance to affected areas with a focus on providing emergency education and safe spaces for children.

“We extend our heartfelt sympathies to all the communities affected by the earthquake and our appreciation to all those who are assisting with relief efforts,” said Laysha Ward, vp of community relations for Target.