During the first week of August, wildfires erupted in Maui. Spurred on by dangerous winds from Hurricane Dora, the fire spread quickly, wracking devastation across the island. The resulting fires became the most devastating natural disaster the state of Hawai’i has ever seen, with a death toll of over a hundred people, thousands of homes … Continue reading Maui Fires – Support Disaster Relief During the Annual Giving Drive
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Annual Giving Drive: Reasons 5 through 7 to give
The Annual Giving Drive is in full swing so we want to share reasons five, six, and seven on why you should participate. October includes a variety of important national and global causes dedicated to raising awareness and support. Among many of them are World Mental Health Day, Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month, and Disability Employment Awareness … Continue reading Annual Giving Drive: Reasons 5 through 7 to give
2023 Nonprofit Expo Series Begins October 11th!
Seattle Indian Health Board attends the Employee Giving Program's Nonprofit Expo on Nov. 7, 2017. In-person nonprofit expos are back! Join the Employee Giving Program to learn about nonprofits engaged in the work you care about or discover something new. Expos will take place from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. and are open to all … Continue reading 2023 Nonprofit Expo Series Begins October 11th!
35 years of giving + 35 reasons to give
The 2023 Employee Giving Program’s Annual Giving Drive is now underway, which runs from October 2 through November 17, 2023. This year is the 35th Anniversary of the Annual Giving Drive so we will be sharing 35 reasons to give throughout the drive. October is National Substance Use Awareness Month so one of the 35 … Continue reading 35 years of giving + 35 reasons to give
2023 Annual Giving Drive
A message from Councilmember Sarah Perry and Megan Clarke, King County Chief Information Officer, 2023 Annual Giving Drive Honorary Co-Chairs. Dear fellow King County employee, We are delighted to announce that our Employee Giving Program (EGP) is celebrating its 35th Anniversary! Over the past three-and-a-half decades, we have made a huge impact on our community … Continue reading 2023 Annual Giving Drive
Expo Recap: Youth Development 10/19/22
There are many organizations at work to better the childhood experience and support our vulnerable youth population. This week we heard from four organizations with vastly different missions, but all seeking the same common goal for the young people in our community. Joining us were Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center, Living Voices, Unleash the Brilliance, … Continue reading Expo Recap: Youth Development 10/19/22
Pakistan Flooding – Support Recovery During Annual Giving Drive
Prior to the monsoon season this year, meteorologists in Pakistan predicted heavy rainfall, perhaps 15-20% above the historical average. Nothing however, prepared the people of Pakistan for just what lay in store. The nation saw record rains, driven in part by climate change, with certain regions receiving in excess of 8 times more rain than … Continue reading Pakistan Flooding – Support Recovery During Annual Giving Drive
2022 Annual Giving Drive
The Employee Giving Program's Annual Giving Drive begins today - the most fun time of the year! Now through Nov. 18, we can make a difference by supporting the causes that are most important to us. We know today’s challenges feel overwhelming. We want to do something to make the world a better place, but … Continue reading 2022 Annual Giving Drive
Join us! 2022 Nonprofit Application Cycle & Workshops
For over 30 years, King County employees have been giving to participating nonprofits of their choice through the Employee Giving Program. This past year we pledged nearly $2.4 million! For nonprofit organizations to benefit from this program, they must apply annually and meet the eligibility requirements -- even if they have participated in the past. Application workshop … Continue reading Join us! 2022 Nonprofit Application Cycle & Workshops
Helping Others After the Storm
Music in the stores claims it is the most wonderful time of the year, yet many in the Southeastern United States have been impacted by violent tornadoes this month. In a season focused on hope, there are many solid organizations working to provide hope and support to the people of Kentucky, Arkansas, Illinois and Tennessee. … Continue reading Helping Others After the Storm
