On Monday, May 12, a major earthquake, measuring 7.9 on the Richter scale, jolted southwestern China's Sichuan Province. Hundreds of aftershocks followed in the same area. The quake destroyed thousands buildings in the area, as well as infrastructure like communication networks and electrical towers.

Thousands of people died or are missing, and more than 270,000 were injured. The earthquake left an estimated five million people homeless. Many schools were destroyed, including one that had at least 900 students in it. This earthquake is the worst natural disaster to hit China in 30 years.

Throughout the month of June all flooring purchases will bring a donation equal to 5 ¢ per square foot to the American Red Cross for China 2008 Earthquake Relief.  If you do not wish to purchase at this time, but would still like to make a donation, then please contact your local Red Cross chapter or go to America Red Cross - Response to the China Earthquake for further details.