There is a saying that “children are the future”, which means investment in youth development is so important. This week we heard from four incredible organizations working to develop young leaders and educated adults. Learn more about their specific programs by clicking the links below or listening to the recording. From the Employee Giving Drive … Continue reading Expo Recap: Youth Development 🦋
Nonprofits
Hope During Homelessness
It’s known that homelessness is a key issue in King County. The 2019 Count Us In report registered over 11,000 individuals without permanent housing. Of those counted, only 53% had some sort of indoor shelter (transitional housing, emergency shelter, etc.). While many people who experience homelessness have jobs, the challenges of looking for work are … Continue reading Hope During Homelessness
Expo Recap: Mental Health, Disabilities and Substance Abuse 🏡
In a season where needs for support are so prevalent, it was encouraging to hear from this week’s presenters. These mighty organizations are serving the whole age range: tiny newborns to youth to adults. Learn more about their specific programs by clicking the links below or listening to the recording. From the Employee Giving Drive … Continue reading Expo Recap: Mental Health, Disabilities and Substance Abuse 🏡
Expo Recap: Environment 🌲
We love outdoor spaces in King County! This week’s nonprofit expo highlighted four organizations working to create beautiful environments for all residents to enjoy. Learn more about their specific programs by clicking the links below or listening to the recording. From the Employee Giving Drive website, you can make donations & pledges, set payroll deduction … Continue reading Expo Recap: Environment 🌲
Expo Recap: Social & Economic Justice Nonprofits 🚲
Our 2021 Nonprofit Expo Series continued with four organizations focused on advancing equity and justice for the broader King County area. Learn more about their unique missions by clicking the links below or listening to the recording. You can make donations & pledges, set payroll donation or volunteer time for these noble causes from the … Continue reading Expo Recap: Social & Economic Justice Nonprofits 🚲
Nonprofit Expo Recap: Animals 🐴
Our 2021 Nonprofit Expo Series started with a “paw”some 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 🐴
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
Join Us: 2019 Nonprofit Applications & Workshops
If you're part of a nonprofit and want to participate in the King County Employee Giving Program, we're kicking off our 2019 application cycle — and you're invited! We've grown to more than 1,100 participating organizations. In 2018, King County employees pledged $2 million to their favorite organizations. And that total doesn't include all the … Continue reading Join Us: 2019 Nonprofit Applications & Workshops
2018 Nonprofit Application Cycle and Workshops
We are excited to announce the opening of our 2018 application cycle! Our program has grown to include more than 1,000 participating nonprofit organizations. In 2017, King County employees pledged $1.92 million to their favorite organizations. That monetary total, or course, doesn't convey all the love and adoration. We love watching community connections blossom! Each … Continue reading 2018 Nonprofit Application Cycle and Workshops
King County Employee Giving Program 