“We know our community is facing uncertain times due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As an organization, we are working with the community to respond to immediate needs,” said Kelly Stevens, Community Impact Director of UWNNS. “Our goal with this fund is to support those northern Nevadans most impacted by increasing funding to programs already working at the frontlines of providing basic needs.”

“Our local United Way has stepped up as a leader during this difficult and unprecedented time,” said Carolyn Barbash, NV Energy Vice President Community Relations and Business Development. “Many families and organizations who will benefit from this fund could be devastated, and this will provide a valuable resource to many. We are so proud to partner with our United Way and for their vision and quick response.”

“During this unprecedented time, it is critically important for Microsoft to support globally, but also in our local communities,” said Carey Serfontein, GM and Site Lead, Microsoft’s Americas Operations Center in Reno. “We are supportive of this Emergency Assistance Fund led by our community partner, United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra, to provide aid to those northern Nevadans impacted by the COVID-19 crisis.”