Rheem Marks 25th 9/11 Anniversary With Meal-Packing Effort
Key Facts
- Rheem employees, including CEO Chris Peel, packed over 17 million meals during the 9/11 Day Meal Pack event in Atlanta and other cities.
- Rheem’s Heart of Comfort program exemplifies their commitment to strengthening communities through volunteerism and corporate donations.
- The company’s efforts demonstrate a sustained commitment to making a positive impact locally and nationally through various service initiatives.
ATLANTA — Rheem Manufacturing Company employees, including CEO Chris Peel, joined volunteers nationwide to pack more than 17 million meals during the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
The Rheem team participated in the 9/11 Day Meal Pack in Atlanta for the fourth consecutive year. The event supports individuals and families facing food insecurity as part of the September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance.
Tens of thousands of volunteers in 51 U.S. cities participated in the nationwide effort.
“Through our Heart of Comfort program, our employees continue to put our values into action by strengthening the communities we call home and demonstrating the impact we can make when we serve together,” Peel said.
Rheem, which is headquartered in Atlanta, also has participated in other community initiatives during 2026.
In May, Rheem employees volunteered their time and the company donated water heating and HVAC systems to 24 families through its partnership with Habitat for Humanity International. The effort was part of the 2026 Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project.
On Sept. 8, Rheem sponsored the VETLANTA Q3 Summit, reinforcing its support for veterans and the local community.