Funds in Poverty

Every Thanksgiving, many Canadian families do not get to enjoy the feast of food that comes with the day. Your donation dollar will be 50% matched so that we can help many more families in need.

This fund was created to assist in creating pathways out of hunger and homelessness with a focus on the Chesapeake Bay region. I believe it is the duty of all people to assist those less fortunate.

Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, we saw 1/9 people struggle with hunger in Washington state, with 1/6 of these people being kids. Unfortunately as the pandemic remains a public health crisis, we expect that by the end of the year 1/5 Washingtonians could be facing hunger. In 2019, just over 1 million people visited food banks and pantries, but in 2020 so far, the number has raised to over 2.2 million individuals, with 40% of those people using food assistance programs for the very first time. PitchBook has decided to participate in Food Frenzy - a virtual fundraising competition with local Washington companies to raise money for Food Lifeline. Food Lifeline is an organization whos mission is to end hunger in Washington (a cause more important than ever now). They distribute food through a partnership with 300 food banks, shelters, and meal programs, enabling them to provide 134,000 meals every single day. They work to end hunger for the future by addressing root causes including systemic inequality and social justice through advocacy efforts to shape local and state policy. Food Lifeline also diverts food from landfills to help protect the environment while feeding hungry residents. Please consider donating to our goal of $5,000 by October 2nd! Did you know that $1 provides 5 meals for Food Lifeline!? For any employee who contributes the equivalent of 100 meals ($20) in this fund - PBCares will host a raffle at the end of the campaign with 5 opportunities to win prizes ranging from gift cards to swag to electronics!

food banks

I founded the Joumou Fund in 2014 to help in the fight to alleviate poverty in Haitian communities, from Haiti to the US and beyond. We're currently focused on helping communities in Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Funds raised will go toward our annual school supplies drive in Haiti to help bring backpacks, school supplies, hygiene kits, and food to communities in the greatest need. Please note for the Dominican Republic, we will provide only groceries and not backpacks and supplies at this time.

Being known as one of the most developed and wealthiest states in the world, it is hard to see the hidden hunger and poverty in Singapore. Nearly 20% of the survey participants in the low-income area reported severe food insecurity in 2018 in a SMU study. In a food paradise country like Singapore, thousands still struggle to put food on their tables. For some, a 2 dollar plate of chicken rice is a luxury that can only have once a week. Covid 19 has deepened hunger and poverty , created unimaginable suffering and devastation. Job loss and social distancing are making it harder to access food. We hope through this campaign, we can reach out to the vulnerable, to alleviate the difficulties and challenges they are facing everyday. Hunger should be eradicated when abundance seems to be present everywhere.

**COVID-19 Causing Rise in HUNGER from 37 million Americans to 54 million in 2020** • 18 million American children experiencing hunger in 2020 • Children impacted more than any other U.S. group. **Your support sustains our Farm to Food Pantries Collaborative Endeavor** • Averts ongoing hunger, more deadly than COVID itself • Utilizes surplus fresh vegetables and fruits • Creates economic sustainability for farmers & food suppliers • Fills gaps from sudden job loss & decimated income • Finds children in need of daily meals • Creates programs that nourish body, mind, and spirit In collaboration with volunteers, educators, parents, & civic leaders, our programs provide meals to the hungry, eliminate waste, & support farmers/food suppliers. **Our organization is 100% volunteer-driven ** ** IMPACT & Appreciation Video at www.bKindNOW.org **. help@bKindNOW.org

This is a list of local NGOs in Lebanon running appeals for Beirut following the devastating blast on August 4, 2020.

Earlier this year, Courtney Brousseau, a former Civic Digital Fellow (and twitter employee for those who may have seen the headlines) tragically lost his life to an act completely random and senseless gun violence. In his honor, this fund has been created which were 10 non-profits that Courtney was donating to monthly at the time of his death. Note: At the time we cannot add San Francisco Bike Coalition because they are a 501(c)(4) - as opposed to a 501(c)(3).

Mermaids supports gender-diverse children and young people until their 20th birthday, as well as their families and professionals involved in their care. Transgender and gender-variant children and teens need support and understanding, as well as the freedom to explore their gender identity. Whatever the outcome, Mermaids is committed to helping families navigate the challenges they may face.

Gramonnati fund for Old-age homes and Orphanages during Covid-19

Ending the cycle of poverty in the Bay Area

A Wider Circle - Women of Cisco Capital Region Giveback

One South Feeding America Fund

The CloudHealth Boston and London offices want to continue to give back to our communities, even when we can no longer volunteer in person or sponsor events.

Chicago Charities

DC-area charities: basic needs and support

On June 11th, we are hosting a 1-hour virtual broadcast through CiscoTV. Join our Event on June 11th through CiscoTV by registering (https://www.cisco.vovici.com/se/2C85931E1D527498). We will hear true stories of those impacted by homelessness in our local community, especially during COVID-19. In response to these stories, we'll share steps Cisco RTP has taken and will continue to take in commitment to both nonprofits. Finally, there will be a Q&A with the Executive Director of Raleigh Rescue Mission, John Luckett, and Executive Director of Haven House, Michelle Zechmann. After tuning into the morning broadcast, we hope everyone will be moved and encouraged to sleep outside in solidarity of those experience homelessness in our local community. However, the safety and wellness of our Cisco family is paramount, and we ask everyone use discretion to make the best decision for themselves. At 9pm on that same day we will gather via Webex Event Center for a brief check-in to remind everybody about the meaning of this event. The following morning, we will do the same thing around 7:30am. We’d love to hear from you about your experience and provide next steps on ways to stay involved. In November 2019, Chuck highlighted Cisco's passion for helping the those experiencing homelessness through a partnership with Covenant House. Since then, a group of over 70 people in RTP have rallied around the mission to help those experiencing homelessness. In order to combine this passion with Bryan Stevenson’s concept of proximity, we have united to create a Night Outside event with the mission of connecting Cisco's culture of giving back to local communities in the Raleigh-Durham area. We have partnered with Raleigh Rescue Mission and Haven House to sleep outside in solidarity of those experiencing homelessness. Homelessness is increasing in Raleigh by 8% each year. Over 6,000 individuals experiencing homelessness are seeking services and more than 4,300 homeless children attend Wake County schools. Additionally, 100,000 individuals in poverty are at the risk of experiencing homelessness. Before we began practicing social distancing and staying at home, a night of speakers, give back activities, and sleeping outside was planned on RTP’s campus. Due to COVID-19, our nonprofit partners need support now more than ever. We are determined to get creative with technology and to come together to raise money for Raleigh Rescue Mission and Haven House. Have Questions? Feel free to email us at: rtpnightoutside@cisco.com

Givewell search for the charities that save or improve lives the most per dollar. GiveWells top charities are evidence-backed, thoroughly vetted, underfunded organizations. They recommend charities according to how much good additional donations can do. Here are the GiveWell top charities that are approved for Cisco matching in BrightFunds.

Delivering multiple roles effortlessly every single day, women are undoubtedly the backbone of any society. Doting daughters, caring mothers, competent colleagues and a wide range of many other roles are played by women around us flawlessly and with grace. However, they’ve also been an ignored fraction of the society in many parts of the world. This, in turn, has caused women at large to bear the brunt of inequality, oppression, financial dependability and other social evils. For centuries now, women have been living under bondage that restricts them from achieving professional as well as personal heights. To restore their rightful and dignified status, The Indian Women and Child Welfare Trust has initiated women empowerment programs that provide a solid foundation to nurture the inner strength, creativity and self-esteem of women from all walks of life. With this base well established, women are now able to go out into the world, prepared to handle any challenge with skills, confidence and grace. They come to the forefront, where they become agents of peace and positive social change for themselves, their families, other women and their society. More details at http://www.iwcwtministry.org/all-project-list/women-empowerment/

In Egypt, more than 20 million people live in substandard housing conditions where many families live in old, mud-brick houses with dirt floors, no doors or windows, and inadequate roofs made from thatch, branches or even sugar cane. These conditions provide little protection from snakes, insects, intruders, rain, or extreme variations in temperatures. Access to toilets and clean, piped water is limited, causing severe health problems to occur. Moreover, large families are often crowded into one- or two-room structures. Some even share their homes with their livestock or poultry. Due to these housing conditions, we (Cisco Early In Career (ECN) Egypt) decided to volunteer with Habitat For Humanity Egypt in one of their work camps to renovate houses in Minya Governorate. The work camp involve activities that depends on the need of each house include plastering, bricklaying, filtering & carrying sand, and wood roofing which requires no special skills. We will volunteer in the week starting 15 December 2019 to improve housing conditions for people in need.

So Cal Holiday Give Back Fundraiser

The fundraising goal will enable the Intuitive Iranian team to sponsor the establishment of a Day Care Center in a remote Iranian village.

Homelessness is a rapidly growing global crisis. Climate change, systemic racism and economic inequality are just a few factors exacerbating this displacement around the world. While this issue is daunting, great work is being done to house those affected and end the damage of this humanitarian crisis. This fund is supporting six organizations whose aim is to provide supportive and permanent housing for those affected by this pervasive issue. All contributions of $1 or more will be matched by the Cisco Foundation as part of your annual $25,000 employee match.

An inclusive, diverse environment that positively impacts people, society, and the planet is the foundation of Cisco’s thriving culture. Rise Against Hunger supports safety net programs that provide nourishment, as well as additional skills training or services that support the difficult journey out of poverty. Join Cisco and Rise Against Hunger to provide meals in schools to encourage increased enrollment and attendance, and meals distributed in hospitals and clinics to support patients’ nutritional needs and complement their treatments. All donations will be matched up to $10,000 USD as part of your annual matching allocation from the Cisco Foundation.