March 18, 2020

The donation will kick-start COVID-19 response funds the four largest local community foundations

Amazon has donated $1 million total to kick-start collaborative emergency COVID-19 response funds that will immediately benefit four local community foundations across the Greater Washington region who are working to support vulnerable populations disproportionately impacted amid the coronavirus outbreak. ACT for Alexandria, Arlington Community Foundation, Community Foundation for Northern Virginia and the Greater Washington Community Foundation will each use these funds for grants to nonprofits addressing food insecurity, housing/shelter, and providing emergency financial assistance. 

Local businesses, community groups, and individuals are encouraged to get involved and donate at http://bit.ly/cfcovid-19.
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