Toronto, Ontario — Coatings company PPG is doubling down on COVID-19 relief efforts by matching employee contributions through May 31, 2020.
When PPG employees in Canada and the U.S. make personal financial contributions to benefit nonprofit organizations supporting communities impacted by the COVID-19 crisis, the PPG Foundation is doubling the donations up to $250,000.
“This global crisis is impacting every community and citizen in the world and, like others, we want to help those in need,” said Malesia Dunn, executive director, PPG Foundation and corporate global social responsibility. “At the center of our company’s purpose is a commitment to ‘protect and beautify the world.’ Today, the word ‘protect’ is taking on an even greater significance to all of us. We are focused on protecting our communities by supporting these organizations that are helping others, as we all look forward to brighter days ahead.”
PPG has also contributed a variety of supply donations, including anti-bacterial coatings and masks totalling more than $500,000.