On June 24, 2026, two earthquakes of magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela within minutes, causing catastrophic damage. The epicenter was about 90 miles west of the capital Caracas. The most affected areas were Caracas and the coastal state of Guaira. The quakes were followed by more than 1,400 aftershocks. At one month after the … Continue reading Responding to the Venezuela Earthquakes
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Responding to Washington Floods
Relief and recovery efforts have begun statewide in the wake of the major and record-level floods. According to the National Weather Service, elevated rivers and the risk of additional flooding could persist for several more weeks. Many nonprofits across the state have been responding to a variety of needs. Their response will continue, and it … Continue reading Responding to Washington Floods
Support Hurricane Melissa relief through the Annual Giving Drive
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
Celebrate World Animal Day & Adopt a Shelter Dog Month: Give Back Through the Annual Giving Drive!
October is a special time to honor our furry, feathered, floating, and four-legged friends. World Animal Day was on Oct. 4, which shines a global spotlight on animal welfare, reminding us of the joy and companionship animals bring. It’s also Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, a chance to support the thousands of dogs waiting for … Continue reading Celebrate World Animal Day & Adopt a Shelter Dog Month: Give Back Through the Annual Giving Drive!
Help celebrate furbabies with the Annual Giving Drive
Every October, we get to enjoy one of the best months of the year—Adopt a Shelter Dog Month and World Animal Day. This makes it the purfect time to celebrate and support the organizations that rescue all of the adorable furbabies. World Animal Day, celebrated on October 4th is an international day of action for … Continue reading Help celebrate furbabies with the Annual Giving Drive
Annual Giving Drive: Reasons 15 – 22
We are in the fifth week of the Annual Giving Drive and are making great progress. King County Employees have raised over $600,000 and more than 600 employees have participated. Witnessing the power of our employees is incredible. There is still time to participate in the Employee Giving Program’s Annual Giving Drive and there are … Continue reading Annual Giving Drive: Reasons 15 – 22
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
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
My Story – I Grew Up Remembering That Gift
It’s not just about the specific charities I love to give to, but the reason behind it all. Growing up, I did have a lot. We lived on a farm. I never went hungry. Always got to go to school. Had my own horses and sheep, dog and cats. Had people who cared. Until my … Continue reading My Story – I Grew Up Remembering That Gift
My Story – Cancer at 29
In April 2007 I went to a walk-in clinic because of flu-like symptoms. After a chest x-ray, the doctor's words were "I have never seen anything like this before" and I was admitted to the emergency room. There, they confirmed that I had a mass sitting on my heart and my lung and I was … Continue reading My Story – Cancer at 29
King County Employee Giving Program 