Amid reports of layoffs due to COVID-19 infection, Dollar Tree has announced an intention to hire 25,000 full and part-time workers. Dollar Tree with subsidiary Family Dollar stores operates 15,000 locations and 24 distribution centers. Betty Click, Chief HR Officer stated, "during this unprecedented time our Company is seeking motivated individuals to support our stores and distribution centers as we provide essential products at great values to the communities we serve." 

Concurrently 7-Eleven will make 20, 000 new positions available to meet increased demand.  The CEO of 7-Eleven, Joe DePinto noted "this will provide job opportunities and ensure that     7-Eleven stores remain clean and in-stock with the goods our customers need during this critical time."  7-Eleven operates close to 12,000 stores in North America either under license or franchise.