"As we look into the next century, leaders will be those who empower others." – Bill Gates

Ways Alumni Can Help in Haiti

Cash donations are the most efficient and effective way to help the relief effort in Haiti right now. They allow humanitarian organizations to purchase (often within the affected region itself) the exact type and quantity of items needed by those affected by the crisis. Read about the advantages of monetary donations.

  1. You can immediately donate to the Red Cross to assist the relief effort. Contribute online to the Red Cross.
  2. Donate $10 to be charged to your cell phone bill by texting HAITI to 90999.
  3. Relief agencies in Haiti can't coordinate efforts w/o connectivity. Help Microsoft Alumni Legacy organization NetHope.org give Internet access: http://bit.ly/nethope-haiti
2010 Annual Letter from Bill Gates
  • Founders

    Become a founder and add your voice to the discussion of how to best utilize our most valuable asset – the collective talents of our 60,000 alumni world wide.

  • Volunteer

    Just as you did when you worked with Microsoft, you can now participate in volunteer efforts through the Microsoft Alumni Foundation.

  • Fellows

    The Fellows program recognizes and supports a Microsoft alumnus who has made a meaningful difference to others by contributing to the community.
    View the Fellows Forum event from November 19

Integral Fellows Winners

2009 Integral Fellows winners have been announced.

View the Press Release »

The Microsoft Alumni Legacy

Over 150 non-profits and social ventures have been founded or championed by our alumni.

Events

  • Founders’ Gala with Bill & Melinda Gates
    November 18, 2009
  • Integral Fellows Forum
    November 19, 2009 Learn more »

Connect & Collaborate

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