Microsoft and its employees have long recognized the importance of the communities in which we work and live and since 1983 have been leaders in the high-tech industry in making contributions. Microsoft supports and encourages employee involvement in all Community Affairs programs and offers many opportunities for employees to make a positive impact in their communities.

Employee Giving Campaign
Through its matching contributions program, Microsoft allows its employees to direct corporate contributions to thousands of non-profit organizations working to improve lives in the United States and around the world. Donations that U.S.-based employees make to eligible nonprofits are matched dollar for dollar by the company, up to $12,000 each year. Through last year's Employee Giving Campaign, Microsoft employee donations and the corporate match totalled more than $ 32.7 million in cash.

Volunteerism
Employee volunteerism is also central to our philanthropic activities. Microsoft employees give their time, knowledge, and skills through personal involvement with students and leaders of higher education, youth programs, public libraries, non-profit organizations, and the creative community.