Ala Power pledges $1M

The Alabama Power Foundation and the ABC Trust have pledged $1 million to provide support to communities affected by coronavirus.

The foundation and trust are partnering with agencies including the American Red Cross, Salvation Army, United Way and others. The foundation is working with its nonprofit community partners to identify needs and where gaps exist. In addition, the trust is collaborating with community action agencies to address food insecurity, medicine and hygiene needs, and energy assistance.

Additional plans to provide community support include: Reallocating funds to provide a...