Apple pledges relief after deadly Indonesia earthquake
Apple is donating to first responders and relief efforts in Indonesia following the deadly earthquake that has left thousands displaced and triggered more than a 1,000 aftershocks. Apple to donate to Indonesian earthquake relief On August 16, a magnitude-7.7 earthquake struck eastern Indonesia. At the time of publication, the death toll is near 70. Over 200 have been injured, and thousands more…
Apple CEO Tim Cook has announced that the company will donate to support relief efforts in Indonesia following a 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck the country over the weekend. This is in line with Apple's history of donating to disaster relief efforts worldwide, including recent support for Venezuela, Southern Europe, and Japan.
Apple's CEO did not disclose the exact donation amount or the specific organizations that will receive the funds, but emphasized the company's commitment to humanitarian efforts. Apple also operates an internal donation program called Employee Giving, which has raised over $880 million through its donation-matching policy. With Tim Cook's resignation as CEO, discussions have emerged about the legacy he's leaving behind, with his focus on philanthropic and humanitarian initiatives being a significant aspect of his tenure. It is hoped that this commitment will be continued under the leadership of John Ternus.
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