time to help ensure the hardest hit communities continue to be supported. Operational shifts in response to extreme weather include, but aren’t limited to, redirecting transit routes, moving staff and personnel to different areas, working with government agencies, and partnering with other organizations to help ensure continuity of patient care. And given that the U.S. has seen a 50% increase in natural disasters since the early 1980s — largely due to human-caused climate change — collaborative and innovative strategic maneuvers like these are becoming more important with each passing year. Learn about how McKesson supports the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic here . Supporting our communities As an impact-driven organization, it is our responsibility to address critical needs in communities where we live and work — including in times of disaster. For example, McKesson community investments are focusing on efforts related to emergency preparedness and disaster response to help support U.S. and Canadian communities when disaster strikes. In February 2021, Winter Storm Uri brought snow and extreme cold to many parts of Texas and resulted in power outages for millions of residents. The McKesson Foundation contributed $100,000 to American Red Cross chapters in North Texas and the Texas Gulf Coast. The grants supported the collection and distribution of critical items such as food, water, cots and blankets to emergency management partners and residents staying in shelters and warming centers. Introduction Stories Employees Access Equity Climate Operations >Table of Contents | 50 FY21 Impact Report