AT&T donates $7,500 to Central Oregon Red Cross for wildfire relief

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- AT&T presented a $7,500 donation to the Central Oregon Red Cross today in Bend to support ongoing wildfire relief efforts. The contribution follows a challenging wildfire season across the region and will help the Red Cross continue supporting impacted communities.

The gathering at the local Red Cross office brought together area emergency responders and elected officials, including Oregon State Sen. Anthony Broadman and Sisters Mayor Jennifer Letz. Representatives from the Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District and the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office were also present.

In addition to funding wildfire recovery, the presentation recognized the efforts of local emergency responders. The event highlighted how FirstNet, Built with AT&T, helps public safety agencies across Central Oregon maintain wireless connectivity during emergencies.