Our 2021 Nonprofit Expo Series started with a âpawâsome event focused on animals. Watch the recording here or click on the links below to learn more about the four organizations featured. You can make donations & pledges, set payroll donation or volunteer time for these noble causes from the Employee Giving Drive website. WASART horse … Continue reading Nonprofit Expo Recap: Animals đ´
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Announcing 2021 Virtual Nonprofit Expo Series
The 2021 Virtual Nonprofit Expo Series begins on Wednesday, October 6th! Join the Employee Giving Program via Teams from 11:00AM-12:00PM every Wednesday through November 17th to learn about nonprofits engaged in the work you care about. Each week will feature organizations working in the following key service areas: October 6: AnimalsOctober 13: Social and Economic … Continue reading Announcing 2021 Virtual Nonprofit Expo Series
Now Recruiting 2021 Employee Giving Program Ambassadors
We came together virtually in 2020. Join us again in 2021. Even in the midst of a global pandemic, staggering uncertainty, and 6 feet apart, we came together (virtually) and raised a record-breaking $2.39M for 945 nonprofits and our community in 2020! Employee Giving Program Ambassadors made that happen. We canât thank those of you … Continue reading Now Recruiting 2021 Employee Giving Program Ambassadors
Join the Annual Giving Drive Celebration May 6
Each year, the King County Employee Giving Program takes the time to publicly recognize those employees who make the Annual Giving Drive a success. This past yearâs drive, probably more than any other, had a major impact on non-profit organizations in King County, the region, and beyond by raising over $2.3 million. Please join us … Continue reading Join the Annual Giving Drive Celebration May 6
Join us! 2021 Nonprofit Application Cycle & Workshops
For over 30 years, King County employees have been donating money and time to the nonprofits of their choice through the Employee Giving Program. This past year saw them raise over $2 million. For nonprofit organizations to benefit from this program, they must apply annually and meet the eligibility requirements -- even if they have participated in … Continue reading Join us! 2021 Nonprofit Application Cycle & Workshops
How you can help people facing severe winter weather
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
Giving for tomorrow
There have been fantastic examples of folks stepping up during the COVID-19 pandemic. From the great potato giveaway, making masks and face shields for front line workers, to the COVID relief funds that sprang up overnight. Our community action during this crisis has been awe inspiring, as we also see through the generosity of those contributing … Continue reading Giving for tomorrow
Now is the Time to Invite Your Favorite Nonprofit
Employee referred nonprofits are our favorite! It is our goal, after all, to connect Employees to the causes they are passionate about. Invite your favorite nonprofit here. As an Employee Champion, during the Annual Giving Drive you may: Share about your favorite nonprofit Invite them in or do a special event in their honor Pledge … Continue reading Now is the Time to Invite Your Favorite Nonprofit
Domestic Violence calls increase 21%
The Seattle Police Department shared in a tweet yesterday that they have seen a 21% increase in reported domestic violence. https://twitter.com/SeattlePD/status/1245501627877838848 Nonprofit organizations continue to work towards their missions, including those serving our most vulnerable populations. In addition to our first responders such as the Seattle Police Department, here are some KCEGP domestic violence nonprofit … Continue reading Domestic Violence calls increase 21%
Hurricane Dorian â Helping after Natural Disasters
by Maddy Taylor On September 1, 2019, Hurricane Dorian, with maximum sustained winds of 185 mph, was the most powerful tropical cyclone on record to strike the Bahamas, reaching its peak as a Category 5. The estimated $7 billion in property damage was catastrophic; most structures were destroyed or swept out to sea. Over 70,000 … Continue reading Hurricane Dorian â Helping after Natural Disasters
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