The Walt Disney Company is donating $2 million to organizations providing humanitarian relief in the wake of the Hamas terrorist attacks in Israel.
“In the wake of the horrific terrorist attacks targeting Jews in Israel this past weekend, we must all do what we can to support the innocent people experiencing so much pain, violence, and uncertainty – particularly children,” Disney CEO Bob Iger said in a statement.
Hamas launched an attack from Gaza on Israeli civilians on October 7. At least 1,200 people have died in Israel, and at least 1,100 have died in Gaza (via Variety) during recent attacks.
Disney is donating $1 million to Magen David Adom, an affiliate of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies. The second $1 million will go to other non-profits working in the area, particularly those that focus on providing aid to children.
Read the press release from The Walt Disney Company below.
The Walt Disney Company Donates To Support Humanitarian Relief Following Terrorist Attacks In Israel
Following the deadly Hamas terrorist attacks in Israel, The Walt Disney Company is donating $2 million to organizations that are providing humanitarian relief in the region.
“In the wake of the horrific terrorist attacks targeting Jews in Israel this past weekend, we must all do what we can to support the innocent people experiencing so much pain, violence, and uncertainty – particularly children,” said Robert A. Iger, Chief Executive Officer, The Walt Disney Company. “We condemn these attacks, the hate that motivated them, and all acts of terrorism, and we will continue working to find more ways to provide support in the region, and to honor the victims, their families, and all those affected by this war.”
Disney is donating $1 million to Magen David Adom, an affiliate of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies that provides emergency medical and blood banking services in Israel, and $1 million to other nonprofit organizations working in the region, particularly those with a focus on providing aid to children.
Company employees have been participating in Disney’s Matching Gifts program that matches eligible charitable donations made by employees up to $25,000.
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