Avastians give back, confronting global challenges and advocating lasting change
Those who work at Avast, otherwise fondly known as Avastians, have always cared about what is happening in their communities and have done a great job of lending a helping hand where needed. That’s why we decided to launch the Avast Employee Donation Matching Program.
Details about the program
We've taken the time to design the program to make the biggest possible impact and support causes that matter to Avastians. The primary purpose of the program is to support Covid-19 relief efforts and organizations fighting injustice and inequality. During June and July 2020, Avastians were presented with the opportunity to participate and support local organizations by donating to an NGO of their choice. Avast committed to matching each individual donation from employees with a five-fold match for an even greater impact.
We selected a reliable partner to help us administer the donations, VIA Foundation, an organization which has a long experience with facilitating employee matching schemes and crowdfunding campaigns.
Results of the program
Avastians raised nearly $123,000 during the program, which Avast matched fivefold, making our overall contribution totalling more than $735,000.
In response to the results of the program, Avast CEO Ondrej Vlcek said, “I was impressed not only by the number of people who helped and by the generosity of their donations, but also by the fact that many supported organizations in other locations than their home countries. Clearly, the willingness to make a difference transcends borders, and this makes me even more proud. Thank you, Avastians, for giving back to our communities so generously -- an ..
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