United Way aids 1,500 workers jobless from Sumitomo Rubber's closure with turkeys, gift cards, and support services.

The United Way of Buffalo & Erie County is helping over 1,500 workers left jobless by the sudden closure of Sumitomo Rubber USA's plant in Tonawanda. They provided 500 turkeys, $50 gift cards, and six months of access to their Work/Life Solutions program, which offers mental health support and other resources. This aid comes as the workers face financial hardships during the holiday season.

November 25, 2024
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