Boeing Commits US$2 Million to Support Humanitarian Response in Ukraine

Emergency assistance package will be directed to organizations working to bring food, water, clothing and shelter to displaced Ukrainians

CHICAGO, March 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Boeing [NYSE: B.A.] today announced a US$2 million emergency assistance package to support humanitarian response efforts in Ukraine. The assistance package will be directed to organizations working to bring food, water, clothing, medicine and shelter to displaced Ukrainians – including those seeking refuge in neighboring countries. In addition, Boeing will match all qualifying employee contributions made in support of Ukrainian humanitarian relief through the company’s charitable matching program.

Funding from the Boeing Charitable Trust will support the following organizations:

• $1,000,000 to CARE to assist with food, water and hygiene kit distribution as well as monetary assistance and psychosocial support for affected Ukrainians, with a focus on women, children and the elderly. 
• $500,000 to American Red Cross to support the global Red Cross movement providing critical humanitarian relief to people affected by the Ukraine crisis. 
• $250,000 to Americares to help with the distribution of medicine and medical supplies as well as support critical medical care for families displaced by the crisis, including mental health services. 
• $250,000 to organizations working to support vulnerable, displaced populations in Ukraine and neighboring countries.

The health and well-being of Boeing employees and their families around the world remain a top priority for the company. Boeing and partner teams are checking on affected employees while continuing to coordinate with government agencies, customers and suppliers to assess human and business impacts in the region.

Humanitarian relief efforts align with the company’s ongoing commitment to the communities where our Boeing employees live and work. Boeing is active and engaged in Europe, contributing a combined US$11 million(€9.9 million) in charitable contributions across the continent over the last five years. In 2021, Boeing donated US$13 million to disaster relief and humanitarian efforts globally.