International Paper (NYSE: IP) is taking action to address critical needs in the communities in which its employee live and work during the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic. One of the world’s leading producers of renewable, fiber-based packaging, pulp and paper has donated 21,500 corrugated boxes to Louisiana food banks, which are providing food to the increasing number of people experiencing job loss or furlough during the pandemic lockdown.

The Bogalusa, La., Containerboard Mill supported its community in Southeast Louisiana with 1,500 donated boxes to the Northshore Food Bank. The food bank regularly provides food assistance to more than 375 individuals and families each week. Over the last four weeks, those numbers have increased dramatically.

“Twenty percent of the food distributions we’re providing now are to new households,” said Jamie Andrepont, development director for Northshore Food Bank. “We have 51% more seniors and 20% more children in need. The local school systems have had challenges in feeding their students, so we have provided additional food to school-aged children during our food distribution.”

International Paper also donated 10,000 boxes to Second Harvest Food Bank of Greater New Orleans and Acadiana, and 10,000 to Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank, part of the company’s existing commitment to the Feeding America^® network.

“Our communities are relying on boxes now more than ever,” said Kalisa Hyman, communications manager, Bogalusa Containerboard Mill, International Paper. “Corrugated boxes are essential to restock grocery shelves, bring medical supplies to hospitals, and to provide food to people in need through the hard work of the food banks in Louisiana. I’m proud that we’re able to mobilize our products to address these critical community needs.”

About International Paper

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global producer of renewable fiber-based packaging, pulp and paper products with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, Europe, North Africa and Russia. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods and enable worldwide commerce; pulp for diapers, tissue, and other personal hygiene products that promote health and wellness; and papers that facilitate education and communication. We are headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., employ more than 50,000 colleagues and serve more than 25,000 customers in 150 countries. Net sales for 2019 were $22 billion. For more information about International Paper, our products and global citizenship efforts, please visit internationalpaper.com.

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International Paper Company

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About International Paper

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a global producer of sustainable packaging, pulp and other fiber-based products, and one of the world's largest recyclers. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 39,000 colleagues globally who are committed to creating what's next. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2023 were $18.9 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com/.

About International Paper - EMEA

In Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA), International Paper focuses on the production and marketing of fiber-based packaging and specialty pulp, employing approximately 4,400 people. As a leading supplier of high-quality corrugated containers for a multitude of applications, we serve customers throughout the region from our network of two recycled containerboard mills and 23 box plants in France, Italy, Morocco, Portugal and Spain. Specialty pulp is made in Gdansk, Poland. Other products available from International Paper in the region include a variety of Kraft linerboard and other pulp products.

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