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May is Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month, a time to recognize and celebrate Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. May was chosen to commemorate the immigration of the first Japanese to the U.S. on May 7, 1843, and to mark the anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad on May 10, 1869 which had been primarily constructed by Chinese immigrants. Bright Funds has established the AAPI Heritage Month Fund, composed of highly-rated Asian American nonprofits focused on civil rights, housing rights, legal representation, education, and cultural preservation and expression, all to amplify the community’s voice. Through a single donation to the Fund you will support a group of nonprofits that are working to eliminate discrimination and lift the voices of the AAPI community. The composition of nonprofits in this fund is subject to change.

The Antiracism Fund supports organizations doing the hard, important work of advancing antiracism. The Antiracism Fund includes organizations that support efforts to advance antiracism through research, education, policy, advocacy and community outreach. These organizations promote comprehensive and fundamental societal change in order to achieve racial equity for all. “In a racist society it is not enough to be non-racist, we must be anti-racist.” — Angela Davis

Torrential rain this weekend led to devastating flooding in the Middle Tennessee Area. In support of the communities impacted by the floods, Bright Funds has established the 2021 Tennessee Flood Response and Recovery Fund. This Fund is comprised of pre-vetted nonprofits providing emergency response in the region. Through a single donation to the Fund, you can support multiple organizations' initiatives to provide short-term and long-term response and recovery. We have initially selected organizations that are providing immediate relief needs. The composition of the nonprofits in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about the needs on the ground.

The W.H.O. has declared COVID-19 a pandemic and public health emergency of international concern. Bright Funds has established The 2020 Coronavirus Response and Recovery Fund, comprised of pre-vetted nonprofits based in the United States providing emergency response around the world and in the US. Through a single donation to the Fund, you can support multiple organizations' initiatives to provide short-term and long-term response and recovery. Given the ever-changing nature of this pandemic and widespread impact, the composition of the nonprofits in this Fund will evolve. Generally this fund will support healthcare, medical needs, vulnerable populations, nutrition/food support at both the local and international level.

On Friday, June 24, 2022, the United States Supreme Court overturned Roe vs. Wade, effectively eliminating the constitutional right to abortion. As a result of this decision, several states have already severely restricted or outright banned abortion access with many others expected to follow suit, putting the health of women throughout the country at risk. These pre-vetted organizations are actively working to dismantle a system which threatens a woman's right to choose. These organizations are also working to increase access to quality reproductive health care. Their work advocates for women's fundamental rights through policy, research, education and monetary funds.

Monsoon season arrived earlier than usual, bringing heavy rains across northeastern Bangladesh resulting in the region's worst flooding in over 120 years. As of mid-June, more than 900 square miles have been affected by floods, impacting and isolating more than 4 million people across several districts including Sylhet and Sunamganj. At least 40 people have been killed; homes, livelihoods and infrastructure have been destroyed. Cisco Foundation has launched a $25K Bangladesh Floods disaster campaign to support the efforts of Islamic Relief and International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC). Donations will be matched up to $10,000 per employee. Campaign donations will not be counted toward employees' annual $25,000 match limit. Note on Tax Deductibility: This fund includes U.S.- based organizations. U.S. employees who make a credit card donation will receive a receipt for tax deductibility for the portion of the donation contributed to these organizations. Employees outside the U.S. will not be able to receive a receipt for tax deductibility for credit card donations to organizations in this fund.

About This Fund: For those who don’t have a car, we provide bus or plane tickets to the nearest clinic which can help you decide whether you can access an abortion, in any state. We work with clinics to offset fuel costs if a car is available for transportation. Any person driving several hours to an abortion clinic needs a place to stay before and after their procedure. Additionally, Texas law requires a 24-hour waiting period for anyone who chooses abortion. This means most abortion appointments are a minimum of 2-days long: one day for the consultation and a second for the procedure. Longer procedures can last as long as 5 days, not counting travel time. We book with friendly hotels vetted by our group or suggested by the clinic. You may have heard about the 6-week abortion ban that went into effect September 1, 2021. This law does not criminalize a person for obtaining an abortion. Rather, those who perform abortions or assist a person in obtaining an abortion after 6-weeks may face civil liability. Moreover, with the recent overturn of Roe v. Wade we fear. Texas laws against abortions with contine. Fund Texas Choice continues to serve pregnant people who are seeking abortion-related services and information in compliance with the law to the best of our understanding. About The Host Organization: Fund Texas Choice envisions a society in which abortion is embraced as healthcare and a human right. As a human right, abortion is equitably accessible across political, economic and social systems so that people have autonomous bodies and futures supported by powerful and vibrant communities.

Help expectant mothers save their unborn child and provide assistance after birth! Many women need healthcare and financial support when they have an unexpected pregnancy, both before and after the birth. Unfortunately, most pregnancy centers are not supported by the Cisco Foundation. Nevertheless, these few organizations are approved and several others are under review for consideration. Please let me (Dave Dibert) know if any more are approved by the Cisco Foundation, and we'll add them to the list. Let's help support these women so they may one day hold their precious child.