. @BallmerGroup has unveiled an innovative fund to help developers build at least 10,000 affordable housing units for families in Washington that otherwise wouldn't get built. The organization is teaming with @WSHFC and @hraadvisors on the effort. https://t.co/FFX0rjpwRF
We have exciting news: after 10 years of meaningful local impact, Ballmer Group is creating permanent, independent philanthropies in Southeast Michigan, Los Angeles County, and Washington State.
MoveUp Southeast Michigan, MoveUp LA, and MoveUp Washington will continue our efforts to improve economic mobility in these regions for generations, advancing locally led, locally informed solutions that increase opportunities for kids and families.
Without a safe and stable place to call home, it’s hard for kids to thrive in school, climb the ladder, and reach their full potential. I am fired up about the potential of the new Washington Family Housing Fund my wife Connie and I just set up to help developers create 10,000 new family units of affordable housing https://t.co/045vbegyTZ
At Ballmer Group, we know that housing and economic mobility are closely connected. Where a family lives affects their access to schools, jobs, healthcare, and more. Housing is often a family’s biggest monthly expense.
@terriludwig, CEO of Ballmer Group: “This is one of many solutions needed to realize a future where every family in Washington has access to a safe, stable, and affordable place to call home.”
Ballmer Group provides funding to make DiscoverWorks free for families and schools; @wa_esds works with districts and schools that want to participate in the program; and schools develop their program plans, then enroll students! Learn more: https://t.co/bKJCsZaKOT
We're excited to announce the expansion of DiscoverWorks to WA State! DiscoverWorks is a free, full-day summer learning initiative that serves students entering grades 1-9 and combines crucial academic instruction with enrichment activities that keep them energized and engaged.
It’s projected to serve about 10,000 students this summer. @wa_esds is the implementation partner in this work, helping districts and schools provide high-quality programming to every student who enrolls.
We're celebrating a $1 million grant from Ballmer Group that will support our mission to help families & kids involved in, or at risk of involvement in, the #childwelfare system. Together we intend to transform the system into a family well-being system.
https://t.co/GqqI7ulWyR
It was great to catch up with my former boss & @Microsoft CEO @Steven_Ballmer about his journey from growing up as a shy kid in Detroit to becoming the CEO of one of the world's largest tech companies & current owner of the @LAClippers@USAFacts@BallmerGroup
We're so proud to be part of this wildfire relief effort. Tune in tonight for @FireAidLA, and all donations made during the livestream will be matched by Steve and Connie Ballmer.
TONIGHT! The biggest names in music will come together for an unprecedented broadcast and streaming event, FireAid, to support Los Angeles’ recovery from the recent wildfires. Watch @FireAidLA live on KTLA+ starting at 7PM. https://t.co/NbZIBg3Qx6
We understand there will be a long road to recovery for the L.A. region and remain committed to supporting the community.
View the list of the organizations and efforts for which we’re providing immediate support:
https://t.co/jhdQQajTfY
From our Co-Founders, Connie and Steve Ballmer:
We love L.A. and are committed to supporting the communities affected by the devastating wildfires. https://t.co/jhdQQajTfY
Airing live on 1/30, FireAid is an evening of music and solidarity dedicated to rebuilding communities devastated by wildfires and supporting efforts to prevent future fire disasters throughout Southern California. Learn more about FireAid: https://t.co/rnlRz8j2X9