People around the country are facing extreme challenges due to winter weather. As of Feb. 18, 34 deaths were linked to severe weather across seven states. Residents in Texas are facing severe cold, long-lasting power outages, water issues and food insecurity. Things are bad in Oklahoma, after a record-setting stretch of sub-zero temperatures. A winter … Continue reading How you can help people facing severe winter weather
Tax Documentation for Workplace Giving Donations
It's tax time! Employees want to know: how do I document workplace giving charitable donations for my taxes? For payroll donations, the IRS wants you to have two things: A copy of your pledge A copy of your last paystub of the year or a W-2 If you donated through the King County Employee Giving … Continue reading Tax Documentation for Workplace Giving Donations
CARES Act Changes for 2020 Charitable Contributions
Did you know the CARES Act might change how you deduct charitable contributions for 2020? One of the changes to the tax law for 2020 under the CARES Act is that if you do not itemize, you may still be able to deduct $300 in charitable contributions. This is different than previous years and effectively … Continue reading CARES Act Changes for 2020 Charitable Contributions
EGP Special Event Spotlight
Get outside, have fun, and support a good cause with Treasurescavexplorious 2020—A Discovery of Heritage and Hidden Treasure in King County. Grab a fellow adventurer, jump in the car, and embark on a self-guided journey that will lead you to new places and destinations in King County. We live in one of the most gorgeous … Continue reading EGP Special Event Spotlight
Nonprofit Expo Recap: COVID-19 Relief and Children, November 5th & 12th
The 2020 Nonprofit Expo Series focused on organizations providing COIVD-19 relief over the last two weeks. Presenting non-profits included: U.T.O.P.I.A., Byrrd Barr Place, King County Hope, Casa Latina, Friends of Youth, YouthCare, Southeast Youth & Family Services, and United Indians of All Tribes Foundation. Watch the below recordings of the sessions to learn more! November … Continue reading Nonprofit Expo Recap: COVID-19 Relief and Children, November 5th & 12th
Halloween Themed EGP Special Events
This year we saw a number of festive and ghoulish departmental EGP special events themed around Halloween and it was truly a spook-tac-ular! DAJD hosted a pet costume contest and raised over $600! The winning costume went to Jacob Black’s dog Simba! KCIT hosted an all-day Telethon event on Halloween as well! Activities included a … Continue reading Halloween Themed EGP Special Events
Wildfire Relief and Response Organizations
This year we have all seen the devastation caused by wildfires in our greater region. Below are several highlighted nonprofits that are a part of the King County Employee Giving Program providing real time relief to those impacted. Learn more about how you can directly support their important work below. American Red Cross - 9343 … Continue reading Wildfire Relief and Response Organizations
Nonprofit Expo Recap: Animals, October 29th
The 2020 Nonprofit Expo Series got extra furry this week with presentations from five non-profits focused in the animal sector. Presenting non-profits included: Prison Pet Partnership, Pasado's Safe Haven, Dog Gone Seattle, Pawsitive Alliance, Project SeaWolf Coastal Protection. If you missed the session and want to learn more, watch the recorded video here. We hope … Continue reading Nonprofit Expo Recap: Animals, October 29th
Nonprofit Expo Recap: Social & Economic Justice, October 22nd
The 2020 Nonprofit Expo Series kicked off on a high note with presentations from four non-profits focused in the social and economic justice sector. Presenting non-profits included: Project Feast, Rainier Valley Corps (RVC), Social Just Fund NW, Seattle Against Slavery. If you missed the session and want to learn more, watch the recorded video here. … Continue reading Nonprofit Expo Recap: Social & Economic Justice, October 22nd
COVID-19 Frontline Charities
You asked for it, and we created it! A highly requested list for this years Employee Giving Program was non-profits who are actively serving those affected by COVID-19. This above link to the comprehensive list is the result of a collaborative, cross-departmental effort to uplift EGP nonprofits that are working with communities who have been … Continue reading COVID-19 Frontline Charities
