TEANECK, NJ – December 4, 2024 – Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) today announced $600,000 in donations to support relief efforts in communities impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
The contributions will be distributed to Convoy of Hope and GlobalGiving to provide aid to the hundreds of thousands of people in Florida, Georgia and North Carolina affected by the devastation from the two storms that made landfall within two weeks of each other. With this funding, GlobalGiving and Convoy of Hope will continue to provide essential goods and services to communities impacted by the recent hurricanes including the distribution of food, water, and emergency supplies to people and animals, support for frontline workers, and long-term assistance to help people rebuild and recover.
“In response to Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Cognizant is committed to supporting communities with aid and resources to help individuals and families rebuild their lives during these challenging times,” said Tobi Young, Cognizant Senior Vice President and Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Cognizant. “Cognizant continues to support the communities where our associates work and live. By working with our disaster relief partners, we can help communities rebuild and be resilient.”
“Hurricane Helene is now the fourth deadliest hurricane to land on the US mainland since 1950,” said Eric R. Neubauer, Sr. Director Partner Engagement, Convoy of Hope. “The situation remains dire in multiple Eastern US states. The generous grant provided by Cognizant will enable Convoy of Hope to continue its efforts to provide essential relief supplies and clean-up projects for individuals and families impacted by this deadly storm. Together, we are providing tangible help and hope for the victims of Hurricane Helene.”
Convoy of Hope is a global organization that serves vulnerable communities. Convoy has strategically offered help and hope in more than 130 countries around the world. Since its founding in 1994, Convoy of Hope has served 250 million people and counting.
GlobalGiving is a nonprofit that supports other nonprofits by connecting them to donors and companies. Since 2002, GlobalGiving has helped community-led organizations from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe (and hundreds of places in between) access the tools, training, and support they need to make the world a better place.
To help support those affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, consider making a donation to Global Giving and Convoy of Hope.
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