L.L.Bean announced a $150,000 commitment Tuesday to help relief efforts for children and families affected by Hurricane Sandy.
Funds are being donated to Save the Children, the Freeport-based retailer said in a news release.
“This disaster hits close to home,” said Chris McCormick, president and chief executive officer. “L.L.Bean has hundreds of employees living and working in the impacted areas, so we know firsthand of the devastation.”
L.L.Bean will donate $50,000 in cash to support Save the Children’s Hurricane Sandy Children in Emergency Fund, plus $100,000 in L.L.Bean product.
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