In the wake of Hurricane Melissa, a devastating Category 5 storm that struck Jamaica and parts of the Caribbean, thousands of families are facing unimaginable loss. Homes, hospitals, and infrastructure have been destroyed. Many communities still remain without power, clean water, or access to basic necessities. Through the Annual Giving Drive, we have an opportunity … Continue reading Support Hurricane Melissa relief through the Annual Giving Drive
Natural Disaster Relief
Nonprofits Responding to Recent Hurricanes
When disasters happen, employees want to help. During the Annual Giving Drive we have all of our employee giving tools available to make it easier for employees to support disaster recovery and preparedness year-round. Relief and recovery efforts continue in the Southeast from Hurricane Helene and are beginning as the aftermath of Hurricane Milton is … Continue reading Nonprofits Responding to Recent Hurricanes
Annual Giving Drive: Reasons 11 – 13
The Employee Giving Program provides thousands of ways to make a difference all through one program. During the Annual Giving Drive, King County employes have access to a wide breadth of different causes. We have spotlighted a number or organizations below that represent this diversity of causes and missions. View them all here. #11. October … Continue reading Annual Giving Drive: Reasons 11 – 13
Support humanitarian efforts in the Middle East during the Annual Giving Drive
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has resulted in a dire humanitarian crisis in the Middle East. Thousands of lives have been lost, and many more people have been injured and displaced. Many nonprofit organizations were already on the ground providing aid, and more still are working to ensure immediate and long-term humanitarian aid … Continue reading Support humanitarian efforts in the Middle East during the Annual Giving Drive
Fall 2023 Natural Disasters – How you can help.
Morocco Earthquake Storm Daniel – Libya Flooding Whenever disaster strikes, King County employees want to help. In these moments, and year-round, communities and nonprofit service providers need both immediate and long-term support. Workplace giving dollars are incredibly valuable for these organizations to plan for the unexpected and invest in long-term services. Disaster preparedness and community resilience … Continue reading Fall 2023 Natural Disasters – How you can help.
Hurricane Ian – How to Support Disaster Recovery During the Annual Giving Drive
Those living in the Gulf Coast are no stranger to inclement weather, however Hurricane Ian is serving as a reminder of just how powerful storms in the American Southeast can become. A massive Category 4 Hurricane, Ian has become one of the most intense storms to ever make landfall in the United States. Causing instant … Continue reading Hurricane Ian – How to Support Disaster Recovery During the Annual Giving Drive
Puerto Rico Disaster Relief – Supporting Communities after Hurricane Fiona
Hurricane Fiona struck the U.S. Territory of Puerto Rico on September 13th, 2022. The storm brought with it massive rainfall, with some regions receiving over 30 inches. The flooding and it’s resulting damage, have cause the U.S. Department of Health and Human Service to declare a Public Health Emergency on the island, with the Puerto … Continue reading Puerto Rico Disaster Relief – Supporting Communities after Hurricane Fiona
How You Can Help Afghan Refugees
Imagine needing to escape your country of birth in a life-or-death frenzy with little time to prepare. That’s exactly what happened to thousands of Afghans who helped American forces over the twenty years of war. Over 50,000 people from Afghanistan have arrived at U.S. military installations for screening and processing as refugees and Special … Continue reading How You Can Help Afghan Refugees
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 during COVID-19
Here at the program, we believe in the strong power of philanthropy and know that our nonprofit organizations are on the front lines of this work. This is a long haul issue and we need our nonprofit organizations to make it through to the other side. Philanthropy is a huge act of community and builds … Continue reading Giving during COVID-19
King County Employee Giving Program 