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Devon Energy Raises Money to Support Hunger Relief Across New Mexico and West Texas

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2 days ago
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Devon Energy employees presented more than $239,000 to local nonprofits working to strengthen food security across the region. Representatives from each organization joined employees for check presentations, highlighting a shared commitment to supporting families in need.

The contributions benefit a wide range of community partners, including Carlsbad Community Foundation for Packs of Hunger, Chaves County United Way, Cissy Food Ministry, Community Kitchen Inc., Eddy County United Way, Eunice Backpack Program, Isaiah’s Soup Kitchen, Jonah’s House Food Pantry, Lea County United Way, Little Castle Learning & Development, Lovington Food Coalition, Meals on Wheels, Packs of Love, Teri Able Community Kitchen, Weekend Hunger Initiative’s student backpack program and West Texas Food Bank.

Funds raised through Devon’s Give for Good campaign support hunger-relief efforts, expand community outreach and provide essential resources to families across New Mexico and West Texas.

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