On Friday September 28, 2018, a devastating earthquake struck Indonesia's central island of Sulawesi followed by a tsunami. Since then, more than 200 aftershocks have been felt following the 7.5 magnitude earthquake. Bright Funds has established the Indonesian Earthquake and Tsunami Disaster Recovery Fund to support the communities impacted by this disaster. This Fund is comprised of pre-vetted nonprofits providing disaster response in the region. Through a single tax deductible donation to the Fund, you can support multiple organizations’ initiatives to provide short-term and long-term response and recovery. Our Fund approach is informed by expert and local recommendations from the Center for Disaster Philanthropy. We have initially selected organizations that are on the ground assisting with immediate relief needs, including rescue efforts and medical assistance. The composition of nonprofits in this Fund is subject to change as we learn more about the needs on the ground.

The mediterranean refugee crisis is worsening, with millions of people displaced and in peril. People need food, shelter and security.

In response to Hurricane Ida, which made landfall on Sunday August 29th 2021, Bright Funds has established the Hurricane Ida Disaster Response and Recovery Fund. This fund is comprised of pre-vetted nonprofits providing disaster response in the region. Through a single tax deductible donation to the Fund, you can support multiple organizations’ initiatives to provide short-term and long-term response and recovery. We have initially selected organizations that are on the ground assisting with immediate relief needs, including rescue efforts, medical assistance. The composition of nonprofits in this fund is subject to change as we learn more about the needs on the ground. Photo Credit: Bryan McGowan

Thousands of families and children cross into the United States annually, many fleeing violence and desperate conditions in their home countries. This Fund supports organizations providing compassionate support and assistance as these families seek to reach safety and stability. All contributions of $1 or more will be matched by the Cisco Foundation as part of your annual $25,000 employee match. Cisco is currently reviewing other non-profit organizations focused on this issue. Additional organizations will be added as they are vetted and approved.

In response to the powerful earthquake in Nepal on April 25, Bright Funds has established the Nepal Earthquake Disaster Response and Recovery Fund, comprised of pre-vetted nonprofits providing disaster response in Nepal. Through a single tax deductible donation to the Fund, you can help multiple organizations' initiatives to provide short-term and long-term response and recovery. Our Fund approach is informed by expert and local recommendations, based on up to date information from disaster philanthropy and nongovernmental organization networks. The Fund's strategy is similarly dynamic and responsive: as information on local communities needs becomes available, we will update the organizations in this Fund, directing donations towards specific organizations doing work in the areas most affected. We have initially selected organizations that are on the ground assisting with immediate relief needs, including rescue efforts, medical assistance, and providing access to clean water, food and shelter. Our approach is primarily informed by the Center for Disaster Philanthropy. Photo Credit: REUTERS / NAVESH CHITRAKAR

Violence is escalating in Afghanistan following the Taliban takeover of the presidential palace and seizing control over the country. Bright Funds established the 2021 Afghanistan Emergency Aid Fund to support organizations working to deliver aid to areas in conflict and support displaced people in Kabul. This fund is comprised of pre-vetted nonprofits providing emergency response in the region. Through a single tax deductible donation to the Fund, you can support multiple organizations’ initiatives. We have initially selected organizations that are on the ground assisting with immediate relief needs. The composition of nonprofits in this fund is subject to change as we learn more about the needs on the ground.

On Saturday, August 14, a 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck the southwestern part of Haiti. Bright Funds has established the 2021 Haiti Earthquake Disaster Response and Recovery Fund. This fund is comprised of pre-vetted nonprofits providing disaster response in the region. Through a single tax deductible donation to the Fund, you can support multiple organizations’ initiatives to provide short-term and long-term response and recovery. We have initially selected organizations that are on the ground assisting with immediate relief needs, including rescue efforts and medical assistance. The composition of nonprofits in this fund is subject to change as we learn more about the needs on the ground.

Monsoon rains and heavy flooding in late August have impacted millions of people in Bangladesh, India and Nepal. To support their recovery efforts, Bright Funds has established the South Asia Floods Disaster Response and Recovery Fund. This fund is comprised of pre-vetted nonprofits providing disaster response in the region. Through a single tax deductible donation to the Fund, you can support multiple organizations’ initiatives to provide short-term and long-term response and recovery. We have initially selected organizations that are on the ground assisting with immediate relief needs, including rescue efforts and medical assistance.The composition of nonprofits in this fund is subject to change as we learn more about the needs on the ground. Photo Credit: Biju Boro / AFP/ Getty Images

On Tuesday, August 4 two explosions at the port of Beirut tore through its city center, decimating buildings, upending cars, and killing people. Fueled by nearly 3,000 tons of ammonium nitrate, the impact was felt up to 149 miles away on the island of Cyprus. More than 150 people have died already, with hundreds missing and thousands more injured. It is estimated that 300,000+ people will be homeless or displaced due to damaged homes. Lebanon has already been heavily impacted by COVID-19 and an economic crisis that has forced tens of thousands into poverty; this latest explosion only exacerbates those prior struggles. Through a single donation to the Fund, you can support multiple organizations' initiatives to provide short-term and long-term response and recovery. We have initially selected organizations that are on the ground assisting with immediate relief needs, including rescue efforts and medical assistance. The composition of nonprofits in this Fund is subject to change as we learn more about the needs on the ground.

World Refugee Day, recognized annually on June 20, was established by the United Nations to celebrate and honor refugees around the world. According to the UN, every minute, 20 people leave everything behind to escape war, persecution or terror. More than 80 million people around the world have fled their homes, which is just the beginning of a long and difficult journey, often involving refugee camps, abrupt relocations, family separation, and unnavigable bureaucratic processes. The theme for 2021 is “together we heal, learn, and shine.” The shared experience of COVID-19 has shown us that we only succeed if we stand together. Through a single donation to the Fund, you can support multiple organizations working for and on behalf of refugees around the world. Join us in shining a light on the rights, needs and dreams of refugees so that everyone can not only survive, but also thrive. Hashtags: #WithRefugees #WorldRefugeeDay2021 #RefugeesWelcome *Fun fact: The first-ever Refugee Team competed at the 2016 Olympics in Rio. The team was comprised of athletes from Ethiopia, South Sudan, The Democratic Republic of Congo, and Syria.*

As the Coronavirus pandemic continues to spread across the globe the needs of our communities have become clear. In honor of GiveTuesdayNow on May 5th, 2020 Bright Funds has put together the Coronavirus GivingTuesdayNow Fund. This Fund represents nonprofits addressing key issue areas identified by the Center for Disaster Philanthropy: Medical Needs, Mental Health, Children and Youth, Income and Basic Needs and Social Justice. Through a single donation to the Fund, you can support multiple organizations' initiatives to provide short-term and long-term response and recovery. Given the ever-changing nature of this pandemic and widespread impact, the composition of the nonprofits in this Fund will evolve.

These eleven organizations are a diverse selection of international humanitarian aid non-profits. Whether combatting human trafficking or providing live-saving healthcare, economic empowerment and education, each organization is highly rated for accountability and transparency. Many of the organizations are primarily aimed at helping women.

World Refugee Day, recognized annually on June 20, was established by the United Nations to celebrate and honor refugees around the world. According to the UN, every minute, 20 people leave everything behind to escape war, persecution or terror. More than 80 million people around the world have fled their homes, which is just the beginning of a long and difficult journey, often involving refugee camps, abrupt relocations, family separation, and unnavigable bureaucratic processes. Through a single donation to the Fund, you can support multiple organizations working for and on behalf of refugees around the world. Join us in shining a light on the rights, needs and dreams of refugees so that everyone can not only survive, but also thrive. The composition of nonprofits in this fund is subject to change. *Fun fact: The first-ever Refugee Team competed at the 2016 Olympics in Rio. The team was comprised of athletes from Ethiopia, South Sudan, The Democratic Republic of Congo, and Syria.*

A powerful earthquake struck western Nepal on November 3, 2023, resulting in hundreds of deaths and leaving hundreds more injured and displaced. The earthquake led to subsequent landslides, creating barriers to search and rescue efforts and causing massive damage to community infrastructure. Search and rescue efforts have now been concluded, and humanitarian aid is now the primary focus. The following organizations are providing aid to impacted communities in the form of emergency supplies and medical services. Please note that the organizations included in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.

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We are coming together regionally to raise fund for charitable organizations. This is created to facilitate anyone from Cisco, partners and distributors to give back to the communities across APJC. There's never a better time to give a little love to your communities. Every donation counts.

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A list of organizations that are helping with the Rohingya crisis according to the NY Times, Fast Company, and observations from a recent trip to Cox's Bazar. IOM and Doctors Without Borders are not available through BrightFunds.

Hurricane Harvey’s punishing rains, fierce winds and raging floods have left a wake of devastation. Vulnerable children and their families have been forced to evacuate their homes, not knowing whether they’ll still be standing when they return. Our emergency responders are working around the clock to provide family-friendly supplies and services to Hurricane Harvey survivors. Your support will help us protect vulnerable children and provide desperately needed relief to families. A gift of $100 can provide a secure crib for a little one living in a shelter, help supply a safe space in shelters for 20 displaced children or many other items that are needed to care for the littlest survivors.

Support Rohingya Refugees - Join me in supporting and helping the brothers, sisters and kids who are fleeing Rohingya due to ethnic cleansing by the military and the government. The world’s fastest-growing refugee crisis is taking place in Myanmar, please stand-up and support.

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In response to the powerful earthquake in Nepal on April 25, Cloudera Cares has established a fund to help five non-profits. Through a single tax deductible donation, you can help multiple organizations' initiatives to provide short-term and long-term response and recovery. Each charity was pre-vetted to ensure that donations will have the highest impact possible for those in Nepal. Our approach to selecting non-profits was to collaborate with Cloudera employees who have family in Nepal and paired their suggestions with research to ensure that your donations are in good hands with these organizations. We have selected charities that are on the ground assisting with immediate relief needs, including rescue efforts, medical assistance, and providing access to clean water, food and shelter.

Support a few organizations that are providing aid to those suffering in Yemen.

This Humanitarian Relief Fund supports World Central Kitchen, Inc., Save the Children, United States Fund for Unicef, American National Red Cross and Oxfam-America Inc.

The eastern Indonesian island of Sulawesi was hit with a 7.5-magnitude earthquake and a subsequent tsunami that hurled water as high as 20 feet over the city of Palu. Officials said the death toll has reached 2113 and there's still more than 1300 people missing. Since the disasters, stores have been looted, residents have gone hungry and there have been mass jail breaks. Some nonprofit organizations and charities have mobilized to bring relief to the island. If you want to help those affected by the earthquake and tsunami, here is some guidance, and a list of some of the organizations involved in recovery efforts, as per the New York Times.

On March 14th, 2019 Tropical Cyclone Idai, which wreaked havoc across five countries, reached its peak intensity. Approximately 2.6 million people have been affected across five countries. Through a single tax deductible donation to the Fund, you can help provide short-term and long-term response and recovery to multiple organization initiatives. Our Fund approach is informed by expert and local recommendations, based on up to date information from disaster philanthropy and nongovernmental organization networks. The Fund's strategy is similarly dynamic and responsive: as information on local communities needs becomes available, we will update the organizations in this Fund, directing donations towards specific organizations doing work in the areas most affected. We have initially selected organizations that are on the ground assisting with immediate relief needs, including rescue efforts, medical assistance, and providing access to clean water, food and shelter. Our approach is primarily informed by the Center for Disaster Philanthropy.

As the war in the middle east is making headlines, the world is forgetting about a country that has been in turmoil for decades. Please support this fund to help the people in Afghanistan after two devastating earthquakes. Death toll currently is 2500 and increasing every day! please support this fund to provide humanitarian aid to the citizens of Afghanistan affected by the earthquakes.

Hurricane Maria was the strongest hurricane to make landfall in Puerto Rico since 1928. As of October 8, the hurricane has caused at least 81 deaths: 36 in Puerto Rico, 30 in Dominica, 5 in the Dominican Republic, 4 in the contiguous United States, 3 in Haiti, 2 in Guadeloupe, and 1 in the United States Virgin Islands. Puerto Rico has suffered catastrophic damage, including destruction of its previously damaged electrical grid. On October 6, a little more than two weeks after the hurricane, 89% still had no power in Puerto Rico, 44% had no water service, and 58% had no cell service.

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This fund is to support organizations that are driven to alleviate and eradicate poverty on a local, regional, and global level. The World Social Summit identified poverty eradication as an ethical, social, political and economic imperative of mankind and called on governments to address the root causes of poverty, provide for basic needs for all and ensure that the poor have access to productive resources, including credit, education and training. (United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs Poverty)

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As the world continues to battle the COVID-19 virus, the situation in India has taken a dramatic turn for the worse in recent weeks. The country has seen a significant spike in COVID-19 infections and deaths to record levels, completely overwhelming its healthcare system. We ask you to contribute to and support efforts to provide relief to those effected by the pandemic.

Hurricane Ian made landfall in southwestern Florida as a powerful Category 4 storm, with 150mph winds and record-breaking storm surges causing catastrophic damage. At least 21 people have died, thousands are unaccounted for, and homes, businesses and infrastructure have been devastated. Over 2 million people lost power, and early estimates put homes damaged as 60% or more in some areas. After weakening, Ian is re-intensifying and is expected to further impact the South and North Carolina over the next few days. Cisco Foundation has launched a $1M Hurricane Ian disaster campaign and donations will be matched up to $10,000 per employee. Campaign donations will not be counted toward employees' annual $25,000 match limit. Note on Tax Deductibility: This fund includes U.S.- based organizations. U.S. employees who make a credit card donation will receive a receipt for tax deductibility for the portion of the donation contributed to these organizations. Employees outside the U.S. will not be able to receive a receipt for tax deductibility for credit card donations to organizations in this fund.

In response to Hurricane Ida, which made landfall in the U.S. state of Louisiana on Sunday August Aug.29th 2021., The Intuitive Foundation has established the Hurricane Ida Disaster Response and Recovery Campaign . Ida is the sixth-costliest tropical cyclone on record, having caused at least $50 billion in damages. This campaign is comprised of pre-vetted nonprofits providing disaster response in the region. Through a single tax deductible donation to the fund, you can support multiple organizations’ initiatives to provide short-term and long-term response and recovery. We have initially selected organizations that are on the ground assisting with immediate relief needs, including rescue efforts, and medical assistance. The composition of nonprofits in this fund is subject to change as we learn more about the needs in the affected areas.

Support for our friends, family, and co-workers who are impacted by the current situation in Ukraine.

Corsearch is committed to supporting those in need in the Ukraine during the ongoing humanitarian crisis. Corsearch will match the donations made to this important cause. This site will enable the match. Thank you for your kindness.

Siamo tutti toccati dalle immagini che arrivano dall'Ucraina; non ci sono commenti per quanto sta succedendo ed è profonda la tristezza per la situazione che migliaia di famiglie e bambini stanno vivendo, gente che come noi fino a poco tempo fa dava per scontati un lavoro, la casa, la scuola, acqua e mangiare. Cisco ha selezionato una serie di organizzazioni cui far arrivare donazioni per poter contribuire alla gestione dell'emergenza delle famiglie che stanno scappando dalla guerra; tra queste ho scelto di supportare Save the Children che è impegnata al supporto dei bambini e delle loro famiglie in Ucraina e nei paesi limitrofi per servizi di prima necessità, salute, igiene e protezione. Tutto il raccolto verrà raddoppiato da Cisco. So che tanti di noi, anche per poco, vorrebbero contribuire. Questo è un modo per farlo insieme, in modo sicuro e con il sostegno di Cisco che raddoppierà il contributo rispetto a quello che riusciremo a raccogliere e invierà i fondi in sette giorni. Uniamo le forze, GRAZIE! We are all touched by the images coming from Ukraine; there are no comments for what is happening and the sadness is profound for the situation that thousands of families and children are experiencing, people who, like us, until recently took a job, a house, a school, water and food for granted. Cisco has selected a number of organisations to receive donations in order to help manage the emergency of families who are fleeing the war; among these I have chosen to support the Save The Children which is committed to supporting families in Ukraine and neighbouring countries for basic necessities, health, hygiene and protection. All of the harvest will be doubled by Cisco. I know that many of us, even for a small contribution, would like to support. This is a way to do it together, safely and with the support of Cisco which will match the contribution, so doubling it, and will make sure funds will be given in 7 days. Let's join our forces, THANK YOU!

Hello and thanks for stopping by! Welcome to the Florida SLED Gives Back page, your one-stop shop for giving and donations here at Cisco. Using a single site, we'll be able to track the generous giving that has become synonymous with the Florida SLED team. We pride ourselves in helping others in our communities and beyond, so by creating this fund we can continue to make that impact while working with Cisco to match our efforts. Even better, this will be our go-to page for giving going forward! Meaning, as we make our quarterly shifts to different causes, we can add the new non-profits to the site, while keeping the old ones intact. Looking to make this as easy as possible for everyone; please consider making an impact today! Kevin and Cody

Indonesia is struggling with a resurgence of COVID as the highly transmissible Delta variant is spreading quickly across the country with only 5.5% of the population being fully vaccinated. On Wednesday 7/14 a record 54,000 new infections were reported, and infection rates are up about sevenfold from a month ago. Total cases in Indonesia have exceeded 2.6 million with more than 68,000 fatalities. Hospitals are being overwhelmed, and lack medicines, PPE and oxygen. The Cisco Foundation will match eligible donations up to $10,000 per employee. Donations will not be counted toward employees' annual $25,000 match limit. Note on Tax Deductibility: This fund includes U.S.- based organizations. U.S. employees who make a credit card donation will receive a receipt for tax deductibility for the portion of the donation contributed to these organizations. Employees outside the U.S. will not be able to receive a receipt for tax deductibility for credit card donations to organizations in this fund.

On Friday, September 28, a 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck the Indonesian coast of Palu in northern Sulawesi, triggering tsunami waves of up to 10 feet. More than 48,000 people have been displaced, and the hospitalization and death tolls continue to climb. The Cisco Foundation has launched a $25,000 disaster response campaign to benefit Care, International Medical Corps, Islamic Relief, Mercy Corps, Oxfam Hong Kong, and Save the Children. The Foundation will match eligible donations up to $10,000 per employee. Donations will not be counted toward employees' annual $10,000 match limit. **Note on Tax Deductibility: This fund may include organizations based in the US, and in other countries. US employees who make a credit card donation will receive a receipt for tax deductibility for the portion of the donation contributed to US organizations. Employees outside the US will not be able to receive a receipt for tax deductibility for credit card donations to organizations in this fund.**

The COVID-19 crisis has brought about so many challenges to our world. One that is extremely important to address is hungry children. For many, schools remain closed, parents are out of work and millions of children have lost their access to the only food they may receive on a daily basis. The World Food Programme (WFP) estimates that at least 310 million children are fed at school. That is a staggering amount of children who are hungry and are in dire need of support. As we enter a new phase of the virus and head into the winter months, this crisis will only get worse. No kid should ever go hungry. So, how do we help? Act Now! A contribution to this fund is evenly distributed between the following non profit organizations & matched by Cisco.

Monsoon rains and heavy flooding in late August have impacted millions of people in Bangladesh, India and Nepal. To support their recovery efforts, Bright Funds has established the South Asia Floods Disaster Response and Recovery Fund. This fund is comprised of pre-vetted nonprofits providing disaster response in the region. Through a single tax deductible donation to the Fund, you can support multiple organizations’ initiatives to provide short-term and long-term response and recovery. We have initially selected organizations that are on the ground assisting with immediate relief needs, including rescue efforts and medical assistance.The composition of nonprofits in this fund is subject to change as we learn more about the needs on the ground. Photo Credit: Biju Boro / AFP/ Getty Images

Save the Children believes every child deserves a future in the United States and worldwide. They work every day to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn, and protection from harm. When crisis strikes and children are most vulnerable, they are always among the first to respond and the last to leave. Save the Children ensure children’s unique needs are met, and their voices are heard. They deliver lasting results for millions of children, including those hardest to reach. Save the Children does whatever it takes for children – every day and in times of crisis – transforming their lives and the future we share. Mission: To inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

*As we're about to surpass the initial 5K goal, we're setting a new stretch goal of 10K. Thank you everyone for your generosity!* As the conflict in Ukraine develops, we know many of our members and colleagues will be looking for ways to support the people of Ukraine. Mosaic has set up a Bright Funds giving page where you can make one contribution that will support all the organizations listed below that are mobilizing humanitarian resources to those in need right now.

World relief funds that support families, individuals, or children.

Kerala, India has experienced one of the worst monsoon seasons in nearly a century. The torrential rains have killed hundreds of people and led to landslides that have displaced hundreds of thousands of people. To support recovery efforts in the region, Bright Funds has established the Kerala Flood Disaster Response and Recovery Fund. This Fund is comprised of pre-vetted nonprofits partnering with organizations on the ground to provide disaster relief in the region. Through a single tax deductible donation to the Fund, you can support multiple organizations' initiatives to provide short-term and long-term response and recovery. We have initially selected organizations that are on the ground assisting with immediate relief needs, including rescue efforts and medical assistance. The composition of nonprofits in this fund is subject to change as we learn more about the needs on the ground.

The invasion of Ukraine by Russia is an ongoing humanitarian crisis that simply cannot be ignored. The displaced people and refugees of Ukraine are given hot meals by the team at World Central Kitchen. Families and Children receive psychosocial support, shelter and food from Save the Children.

As part of the Braze ERG Grant Program, the Parents@Braze Employee Resource Group has opted to support the following nonprofit organizations. The Braze ERG Grant Program allows each ERG to direct up to $30,000 of Braze's donor-advised fund (each of the three organizations will receive a $10,000 cash donation). For Giving Tuesday, we are making it easy for employees to give directly to causes supported by Braze ERGs. As a reminder, each Braze employee has a donation matching benefit of $100 annually to take your impact even further.

This is the season when we are going to reunite with our families and loved ones. These are special dates on which we must give thanks for what we have and share with those who have less. In support of that, we have created a “HOLIDAY GIVEBACK” campaign.  With your help, we will support 4 causes around the world, and you will get the chance to choose between one or more options: - Collect new, unwrapped toys and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to less fortunate children. - Give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn, and protection from harm around the world. - Provide integrated after-school support to poor children, youth, and adults in Costa Rica. - Enhance the quality of life for older adults and other community members who are homebound and unable to provide sufficient nutrition for themselves through daily meal delivery in Durham and Wake County, NC. By donating, you will be helping those most in need to have a happy holiday.

Southern Nigeria is experiencing the worst flooding in a decade with numerous communities along the Niger and Benue rivers being inundated following particularly wet rainy season. According to the country’s humanitarian affairs ministry, over 600 people have died, thousands have been injured, and more than 1 million people have been displaced by floodwaters. In addition, more than 200,000 homes have been damaged or destroyed along with roads and other critical infrastructure. 108,000 hectares of farmland have been damaged raising concerns about Nigeria’s food supply. More flooding is expected in the coming month. Cisco Crisis Response is in contact with partners in the area to evaluate the needs for emergency communications. Cisco Foundation has launched a $25K Nigeria Flooding campaign to raise funds. Note on Tax Deductibility: This fund includes U.S.- based organizations. U.S. employees who make a credit card donation will receive a receipt for tax deductibility for the portion of the donation contributed to these organizations. Employees outside the U.S. will not be able to receive a receipt for tax deductibility for credit card donations to organizations in this fund.

Since mid-June, Pakistan has been inundated with record levels of rainfall and flooding, affecting over 33 million people, and causing what Pakistan's Minister of Climate Change is calling the worst humanitarian disaster of this decade. Over 1500 people have died from severe rain and flooding across the country. According to the UN, over 660,000 people have been displaced to relief camps across the country. Pakistan's National Disaster Management Agency states that more than 1.8M homes, 12,700 kilometers of road, and 390 bridges have been destroyed. Cisco Foundation has launched a $500K Pakistan Floods disaster relief campaign to support the efforts of Helping Hand for Relief & Development, Hidaya Foundation, International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, International Medical Corps, Islamic Relief Canada, Islamic Relief USA, Mercy Corps, Save the Children, and World Central Kitchen. Donations will be matched up to $10,000 per employee. Campaign donations will not be counted toward employees' annual $25,000 match limit. Note on Tax Deductibility: This fund includes U.S.- based organizations. U.S. employees who make a credit card donation will receive a receipt for tax deductibility for the portion of the donation contributed to these organizations. Employees outside the U.S. will not be able to receive a receipt for tax deductibility for credit card donations to organizations in this fund.

Tropical Cyclone Nalgae struck the Philippines on October 29, 2022 - with extreme rainfall causing landslides and flooding that inundated multiple towns and villages across 74 provinces. At least 156 people have died, with dozens reported missing. As of early November, over 1 million people remain displaced inside 1,186 evacuation centers, and nearly 35,000 homes have been damaged or destroyed. Early estimates are that damage to infrastructure and agriculture will exceed $128M. Cisco Foundation has launched a $25K Tropical Cyclone Nalgae campaign to raise funds that will support Islamic Relief USA, Rise Against Hunger Philippines, Save the Children, and SOS Children's Villages Philippines. Note on Tax Deductibility: This fund includes U.S.- based organizations. U.S. employees who make a credit card donation will receive a receipt for tax deductibility for the portion of the donation contributed to these organizations. Employees outside the U.S. will not be able to receive a receipt for tax deductibility for credit card donations to organizations in this fund.

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On Monday November 21, a M5.6 earthquake struck the Cianjur region in West Java, Indonesia, toppling homes and buildings, including schools while classes were underway. According to the national disaster management agency, at least 268 people have died; over 150 remain missing and more than 1,000 were injured. More than 22,000 homes were destroyed and over 58,000 people have been displaced. Cisco Foundation has launched a $25K Indonesia Earthquake disaster campaign which will support Americares, Mercy Corps, and Save the Children. Employee gifts up to $10,000 will be matched and will not count against your annual $25K match allowance. Note on Tax Deductibility: This fund includes U.S.- based organizations. U.S. employees who make a credit card donation will receive a receipt for tax deductibility for the portion of the donation contributed to these organizations. Employees outside the U.S. will not be able to receive a receipt for tax deductibility for credit card donations to organizations in this fund.

Before advancing to strike China, Typhoon Mangkhut, a powerful storm 550 miles wide, pummeled the Philippines, leaving destruction in its path. If you want to help those affected by the typhoon, this fund consists of the organizations the New York Times offered as a few of the organizations involved in recovery efforts.

A powerful and devastating magnitude earthquake (7.7 and 7.4) hit southern Turkey and northern Syria in the early morning hours of February 6, 2023. So far, the casualties are 8,000 dead, and more than 15,000 injured people with a continually rising death toll. The infrastructure across several Turkish provinces as well as northern Syria has been destroyed, bringing further instability to communities already in crisis. The people waiting for rescue are dying from hypothermia, hospitals are destroyed, injured people must be transported to neighboring city hospitals, and most roads are destroyed. Your donation to this Fund will help the following organizations provide on-the-ground needs assessments, rescue efforts, resource distribution, and medical intervention to those impacted.

Five years of relentless war has left a mark on the children of Yemen. Nearly 24 million people—including 12.3 million children—need humanitarian assistance and protection. More than 10 million children don’t have adequate access to healthcare. And two million children are out of school, at risk of exploitation and abuse. With coronavirus rapidly spreading across the region, the need to stop the war on children has never been as urgent as it is at this moment. As the largest aid organization in Yemen, Save the Children teams are helping thousands of children get the vital care they need. But Save the Children needs our help to continue.

On World Humanitarian Day August 19, the world commemorates humanitarian workers killed and injured in the course of their work, and we honour all aid and health workers who continue, despite the odds, to provide life-saving support and protection to people most in need. This year World Humanitarian Day comes as the world continues to fight the COVID-19 pandemic over recent months. Aid workers are overcoming unprecedented access hurdles to assist people in humanitarian crises in 54 countries, as well as in a further nine countries which have been catapulted into humanitarian need by the COVID-19 pandemic. Please join Lucid to support this cause. This day was designated in memory of the 19 August 2003 bomb attack on the Canal Hotel in Baghdad, Iraq, killing 22 people, including the chief humanitarian in Iraq, Sergio Vieira de Mello. In 2009, the United Nations General Assembly formalized the day as World Humanitarian Day.

On October 7th, devastating terror attacks in Israel murdered and injured thousands of people and have now sparked massive unrest, suffering, and death for innocent Israelis and Palestinians. The nonprofits here support the victims of this tragedy and those who continue to be in harm’s way.

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Tens of thousands of people have been killed and many more injured after a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck southern Turkey on Monday, just 50 miles from the Syrian border. Since the earthquake there have been hundreds of aftershocks. The strongest was 7.5 magnitude, adding to the devastation. Many of the hardest-hit communities are in northwestern Syria, where people who have already been displaced several times by the ongoing conflict are among those whose homes were destroyed in the quakes. They are without adequate shelter, food and basic necessities as temperatures plunge well below freezing.

On May 3rd Cyclone Fani, the strongest storm to hit India in 20 years, made landfall in eastern India. The storm has impacted over 1.2 million people in India who were evacuated from low-lying areas. We invite you to join us in supporting the Cyclone Fani Disaster Relief and Recovery Fund. Through a single donation to the Fund, you can help provide short-term and long-term response and recovery to multiple organization initiatives. Our Fund approach is informed by expert and local recommendations, based on up to date information from disaster philanthropy and nongovernmental organization networks. The Fund's strategy is similarly dynamic and responsive: as information on local communities needs becomes available, we will update the organizations in this Fund, directing donations towards specific organizations doing work in the areas most affected. We have initially selected organizations that are on the ground assisting with immediate relief needs, including rescue efforts, medical assistance, and providing access to clean water, food and shelter. Our approach is primarily informed by the Center for Disaster Philanthropy. Photo Credit: Orrissapost.com

World Refugee Day, recognized annually on June 20, was established by the United Nations to celebrate and honor refugees around the world. According to the UN, every minute, 20 people leave everything behind to escape war, persecution or terror. More than 80 million people around the world have fled their homes, which is just the beginning of a long and difficult journey, often involving refugee camps, abrupt relocations, family separation, and unnavigable bureaucratic processes. Through a single donation to the Fund, you can support multiple organizations working for and on behalf of refugees around the world. Join us in shining a light on the rights, needs and dreams of refugees so that everyone can not only survive, but also thrive. The composition of nonprofits in this fund is subject to change. Hashtags: #WithRefugees #WorldRefugeeDay2021 #RefugeesWelcome *Fun fact: The first-ever Refugee Team competed at the 2016 Olympics in Rio. The team was comprised of athletes from Ethiopia, South Sudan, The Democratic Republic of Congo, and Syria.*

Heavy rains brought on by Typhoon Carina (Gaemi) have caused catastrophic flooding and infrastructure damage across the Philippines, with massive impacts in the capital region of Manila. Multiple casualties have been reported, and hundreds of thousands are facing injury and displacement. Relief and recovery efforts are currently underway, and the selected nonprofits are providing emergency aid to those impacted. Your donation to this Fund will help support rescue and recovery efforts throughout the region. Please note the organizations included in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.

These nonprofits are the best in their classes, across many categories.

This Fund is a combination of two funds created to help support those affected by the current Humanitarian Crisis in Afghanistan. Descriptions are taken directly from GlobalGiving and Bright Funds (source links below) and I have noted the organization that selected and vetted the nonprofits. SOURCES: Created by Bright Funds: https://vmware.brightfunds.org/funds/2021-afghanistan-emergency-aid-fund Afghanistan Humanitarian Relief Projects by GlobalGiving’s Vetted Partners: https://www.globalgiving.org/afghanistan-relief/

For my 44th trip around the sun (maybe 45th since I'm 44 this year?), I'd like to invite you to join me in giving to causes that will help those who are less fortunate than us to feel some comfort, ease, community and care. Will you join me in giving? $44 is all I'm asking. If you can't give $44 will you give $8 (4+4)?

World Children's Day, recognized annually on November 20th, advocates for the protection of children's rights without discrimination around the globe. Children experiencing social, economic, cultural, environmental and political strife are in need of support, and the selected nonprofits are doing the critical work to ensure that the rights of children around the world are prioritized and protected.