Marathon Petroleum To Donate $1 Million to Red Cross & Designated Charities for Isaac Recovery


09 11, 2012 by Marathon Petroleum News Release

Marathon Petroleum Corporation (NYSE: MPC) today announced it will donate $500,000 to the American Red Cross in Louisiana and $500,000 to designated local charities in the area near our operations that are providing support for the many families who were impacted by Hurricane Isaac.

"We appreciate the dedication of individuals who stand ready to help those who have been impacted by the recent storm. As a part of the Louisiana community, we know that the recovery process will be long and the American Red Cross is there to provide the needed support to help families move forward," said MPC President and Chief Executive Officer Gary R. Heminger. "In addition to these donations, we continue to focus on providing assistance to our employees whose lives have been affected by this storm."