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

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

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

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

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%

We have done so much over the last decade, and I want to tell you about one of our proudest achievements. It required less than 10 words to make the change, but it took more than 10 years to achieve it. Now, it will bring a lifetime of benefits. Grit doesn’t always show up at … Continue reading How We Made It Happen: Volunteer Time Off

We are so proud of our EGP committee members, Leslie Arai and Mark Sherard, for the legacy they have created. Their dedication and inventiveness brought immeasurable value to the Employee Giving Program and has set up their fellow committee members for continued success. Mark Sherard has been part of the Employee Giving Program for fifteen … Continue reading Thank you Outgoing EGP Committee Members