Walmart announced a donation of its one-click Big Game bundle to firehouses across Georgia prior to Sunday’s football game, including serving all 37 firehouses that comprise the Atlanta Fire Rescue Department (AFRD). In total, Walmart donated over 300 meal baskets to more than 100 fire stations across the state, including those in Alpharetta, Athens, Augusta, Decatur, Douglasville, East Point, Macon, Marietta, Morrow, Snellville, Norcross, and Tucker.

Coming during Firefighter Appreciation Week, the initiative aims to boost morale and show appreciation to those firefighters who can't celebrate at home. The donation was made in partnership with the Georgia State Firefighters Association (GSFA) and Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs (GAFC). 

“While no gesture can match the magnitude of the daily sacrifices first responders make for us, we’re excited to give those on-call the opportunity to enjoy the food and camaraderie that comes with celebrating the Big Game,” said Marchaz McAfee, Walmart Market Manager. “Giving back to communities we serve is core to who we are at Walmart, and it’s a privilege to show up for them in this way.” 

As part of Firefighter Appreciation in Georgia, the Georgia State Firefighters Association (GSFA) and Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs (GAFC) presenting awards to outstanding firefighters on Tuesday. Walmart’s donation will serve AFRD’s firehouses, a comprehensive network responding to more than 120,000 calls for service each year.

"At AFRD, we’re grateful for the generosity shown by those who support our brave first responders. This donation provides a welcome gesture of appreciation, highlighting the importance of community partnerships in ensuring our firefighters have what they need to stay focused and energized. We’re honored to receive this thoughtful gesture as we continue serving our city," said Chief Roderick M. Smith, AFRD.

Walmart’s virtual Game Day meal basket includes 13 items featuring customer favorite national and private brands. Perfect for hosting the ultimate watch party, this feast for eight includes wings, chips and dips, soda and more. In just one click on Walmart.com or the Walmart app, customers can add all the game day essentials to their cart for pickup and delivery.