Microsoft donates $56,000 to the Columbia Basin Foundation COVID-19 Crisis Fund

EPHRATA, WA – This week Microsoft delivered a check for $56,000 to the offices of the Columbia Basin Foundation to support the COVID-19 Crisis Fund. This check is intended to aid local businesses, families, nonprofits and first responders as the community faces this viral pandemic.

“When Lisa called to tell me about this contribution I was speechless,” said Corinne Isaak, “Never in our wildest dreams did we expect a donation of this size when we started the COVID-19 Crisis Fund. We are truly grateful to Microsoft for supporting our fund and our communities.” Isaak stated the funds will be distributed wisely and allow communities to start the healing process.

The Columbia Basin Foundation is a community foundation whose purpose and mission is to improve the quality of life and shape the future of the Columbia Basin through philanthropy. Started in 1994 the CBF helps individuals, families, businesses and nonprofits fulfil their dreams for better communities. The CBF started the COVID-19 Crisis Fund in March to serve the local community during this global healthcare crisis.

“Microsoft has proudly called the Quincy Valley home since 2007. Our contribution to the Columbia Basin Foundation to support COVID-19 outreach is an extension of our commitment to the communities in Grant County and our neighbors in this time of need,” said Lisa Karstetter, TechSpark Community Manager for Microsoft. “Working together we are all better.”

Since 2007, Microsoft has operated in Grant County. Their data centers power cloud services and include Microsoft Azure, Office 365, Xbox, OneDrive, and Bing search platforms. Microsoft employees are providing essential services during this pandemic.