Boeing (NYSE: BA) is donating $500,000 from the Boeing Charitable Trust to assist with recovery efforts in the aftermath of severe flooding in the Puget Sound area.
Funding will go to the following organizations supporting recovery and relief efforts:
- $250,000 for the American Red Cross Northwest Region
- $250,000 for the Community Foundation of Snohomish County
"In this time of urgent need, we stand alongside our Puget Sound communities and our employees impacted by this historic flooding," said Bill McSherry, vice president of Boeing Government Operations. "With more than 65,000 teammates in Washington state, we are committed to supporting our partners on the ground who are providing immediate aid and beginning the process of recovery."
"Boeing's generosity and long-standing partnership with the American Red Cross reflect a deep commitment to caring for our communities," said Megan Dulgar, regional executive, American Red Cross. "We are extremely grateful for this support that will help bring hope and relief to our local families affected by the devastating floods across Washington."
"During times of emergency crisis, Snohomish County has always been incredible responders with time, talent and resources and right now it's going to take all of us doing our part. Boeing's incredible early gift will be essential for rapid community response," said Karri Matau, president and CEO, Community Foundation of Snohomish County.
Additionally, Boeing employees give to their local communities by participating in volunteer and charitable gift match programs. Boeing matches qualifying employee contributions made in support of relief efforts.
Disaster recovery and relief efforts align with Boeing's ongoing commitment to the communities where the company has a presence. In 2024, Boeing provided $27.3 million in charitable contributions in Washington State and donated $3.8 million to disaster recovery and relief efforts globally in 2024.
