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Together We Rise firefighter supply drive


Sandia collects supplies for wildfire responders

Image of Roberta Rivera and supplies collected for firefighters during Together We Rise
SUPPLY STOCK UP — Sandia employees generously responded to a corporate donation request of wool socks, toothbrushes and toothpaste, personal wipes, deodorant and more to help thousands of firefighters battling New Mexico’s wildfires. While most donations were provided by local staff, employees in Nevada and California also sent items in support of the effort. Community relations specialist Roberta Rivera, who led the drive, said, “I am extremely grateful for the giving nature of employees and was amazed to see the quantity of items donated. These basic needs of firefighters are a small ask given their willingness to risk their lives for our beautiful state.” (Photo by Roberta Rivera)