During the charitable drive, Boeing works with community partners who
screen and select clients requesting assistance. Aware of the growing
community hardship in
The Spirit of the Holidays drive also offered employees a new e-giving
option in 2008. The online system was a huge hit with employees and raised an
additional
Boeing employees continually open their hearts and wallets for those in
need, despite the downturn in the U.S. economy, said
"Boeing Puget Sound employees have a solid reputation when it comes to stepping up in support of our local communities," Kiga said. "The Spirit of the Holidays drive provides ways for Boeing employees to make a positive difference in the lives of others who might not otherwise receive holiday gifts. Because our employees 'adopted' participants and filled their wish lists, thousands of people had a much brighter holiday this winter."
"During these very difficult economic times, this is a generous and
wonderful contribution from Boeing workers that benefited thousands of foster
children," said Hart. "Boeing has been supportive of this agency in many ways.
The company and its employees are valued partners in supporting
Contact: Kevan Goff-Parker, Boeing Commercial Airplanes Communications,
+1 206-321-2178
More information: http://www.boeing.com/companyoffices/aboutus/community/
SOURCE Boeing