Amazon Butts and Newton Counties Community Fund

Amazon Butts and Newton Counties Community Fund is sponsored by Amazon. Empowers local change makers in Butts and Newton Counties, Georgia, with microgrants for neighborhood improvement projects.

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August 18, 2026 4:31 PM Share How beehives on Amazon's data center campuses are supporting local ecosystems in Virginia Amazon harvests honey on its data center campuses in Louisa County, Virginia—and this summer, the team shared that story with the community. Locals learn about the power of pollination from Amazon volunters at the Louisa County Fair Managed in partnership with Siller Pollinator Co.

, a local apiculture firm, the on-site beehive program encompasses 15 hives across three campuses, including one with active construction. Each hive is home to an estimated 60,000 bees. In 2025, the hives produced 240 pounds of honey—five times more than in 2024.

Three of those hives are in Louisa County, contributing roughly 50 pounds of honey last year, and are on track to match that output in 2026. At the Louisa County Fair, Amazon sponsored an interactive activation called "Bee the Difference: Amazon Think Big Discovery Zone." Over one weekend, the team connected with more than 1,100 community members about pollinator and environmental stewardship programs .

Families explored hands-on activities about how bees, plants, and people support local ecosystems. Children played games and took home pollinator-friendly flowers to plant. On Saturday, local beekeeper Allison Wickham, founder of Siller Pollinator Company, joined to share her expertise with fairgoers.

An Amazon observation hive sits beside a jar of honey produced by our bees. Guests also sampled honey from the campus hives—part of a 2025 holiday harvest that filled 640 six-ounce jars for employees and community partners, a small but tangible connection between Amazon's operations and the community around them.

Amazon has been in Virginia for more than 20 years, investing more than $190 billion in the Commonwealth since 2010 and supporting an estimated 45,000 full- and part-time jobs annually. In Louisa County, that commitment shows up as partnerships with local organizations, environmental programs, and a presence where neighbors gather.

July 30, 2026 8:01 AM Share How we're protecting air quality in Richmond County, North Carolina Amazon has invested more than $20 billion in North Carolina since 2010, including infrastructure and compensation to our employees, and in 2025 alone, donated $10 million to more than 25 local community organizations.

In June 2025, we announced plans to invest $10 billion to build a new data center campus in Richmond County, creating at least 500 high-skilled jobs and supporting thousands more in construction and the supply chain.

We also signed a multibillion-dollar agreement with Corning to produce optical fiber for data centers, creating 1,000 jobs at Corning’s manufacturing facilities across North Carolina and supporting hundreds of additional construction jobs—continuing our commitment to the state. Locally, we’ve partnered with the City of Hamlet Fire Department to provide $1.

5 million to enhance public safety services in the region, provided $200,000 in community grants, and collaborated with Richmond Community College to provide workforce development programs that prepare local residents for skilled jobs in cloud computing and technology. As we move forward with this project, we want to share how we're protecting the local environment.

Amazon is committed to environmental responsibility in every phase of building and operating our data centers. We work closely with environmental agencies to ensure we meet or exceed all applicable standards. Understanding Our Air Quality Permit As part of this project, we've applied for an air quality permit from the North Carolina Division of Air Quality for the backup generators at our campus.

Here's what that means and how we protect local air quality. Why does the facility need so many generators? Amazon data centers serve millions of customers, including hospitals, first responders, energy systems, and national security agencies.

A single power failure could halt life-saving care, cut emergency communications, or cripple vital infrastructure. As a result, Amazon has built resilience into every layer of its operations, and backup power generators are critical to ensure our customers can access cloud computing during emergencies. Our Richmond County campus will include 21 buildings, and each needs backup generators to ensure reliability for customers.

How often will the generators actually run? Backup generators run very infrequently — on average 10 hours per year — mostly for brief biweekly tests to ensure they are ready and reliable when needed during rare emergencies. All testing must meet local noise and permit requirements.

This careful approach keeps facilities prepared for emergencies while minimizing any potential disruption to the community. How much air pollution will the generators produce? We take air quality very seriously.

Our generators are carefully maintained and fully compliant with all Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality regulations. Beyond meeting these requirements, we install Tier 4 compliant emission control systems on our backup generators that significantly reduce emissions below required levels to protect public health.

Our generators comply with the EPA's strictest standards for diesel engines. Tier 4 is the cleanest EPA emission standard for diesel engine technology.

Our data center facilities use Tier 4 compliant generators that achieve the same stringent emission reductions as Tier 4 certified engines: 90% reduction in nitrogen oxides (NOx) 80% reduction in carbon monoxide (CO) 40% reduction in volatile organic compounds (VOC) 70% reduction in particulate matter (PM) To ensure our emission control systems meet Tier 4 standards, we conduct comprehensive field testing as required by our environmental permits.

We routinely test a representative sample of our Tier 4 compliant generators at each facility to verify they achieve the required emission reductions. How are emissions monitored and reported? Throughout every phase of our projects, from initial planning through construction and ongoing operations, we work with environmental regulators to ensure that we comply with all environmental permits.

These standards are enforced through multiple layers of oversight, including environmental permitting and compliance processes with local, state, and federal agencies, routine performance testing, ongoing monitoring and reporting requirements, and regular inspections.

Amazon’s annual compliance reports will be publicly available via North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality and demonstrate that our facilities emit a fraction of the emissions that our permits limits allow. In summary, this permit exists to protect local air quality. Generator operation will be limited to emergencies and required maintenance and testing.

Our Richmond County campus will use Tier 4 compliant emissions controls, operate under strict state oversight, and report emissions data to regulators on a regular basis. July 9, 2026 11:28 AM Share Amazon connects with future data center talent in Hamlet, North Carolina Amazon data center employees at a career networking event at Richmond Community College in Hamlet, North Carolina, on June 25.

On June 25, Amazon welcomed 95 attendees to Richmond Community College in Hamlet, North Carolina, for a free networking and recruiting event focused on data center careers. The gathering brought together hiring managers, technicians, recruiters, and community members for conversations about engineering, operations, and install technician roles at Amazon's data center facilities.

The event offered a relaxed, one-on-one setting where attendees could speak directly with Amazon employees about career paths, compensation, benefits, and training programs. Some familiar faces were in the crowd, including participants from the AWS Information Infrastructure Pre-Apprenticeship (I2PA) program held at Richmond Community College in March.

That paid four-week program delivered practical, hands-on training to prepare participants for careers building, connecting, powering, and operating the infrastructure that supports the information economy. Attendees explored Amazon's mobile data center training lab, a facility designed to mimic the infrastructure of one of our data centers. The lab gave people hands-on experience with hardware, networking, and fiber optics.

Amazon's mobile data center training lab, equipped with servers and networking hardware, at a recruiting event in Hamlet, North Carolina. Throughout the evening, attendees networked with leadership and data center employees across a variety of roles to hear firsthand about their experiences.

The event was open to people with IT hardware and infrastructure experience, as well as those transitioning from other hands-on technical roles or exploring new career directions entirely. "We want people in this community to see themselves in these careers," said Kelly Felix, data center cluster operations leader for North Carolina.

"Nights like this give us a chance to sit down with folks, answer their questions honestly, and show them what the work looks like. The talent is here. We just need to make sure people know the door is open."

Amazon plans to invest $10 billion in North Carolina to expand cloud computing infrastructure and advance AI innovation Planned investment in Richmond County will create hundreds of jobs and support new workforce development training programs and local community projects.

July 8, 2026 9:06 AM Share Amazon awards $500,000 to strengthen 46 local organizations in Northwest Louisiana Forty-six organizations across Northwest Louisiana are turning local ideas into action with support from the Amazon Northwest Louisiana Community Fund, managed by nonprofit partner ChangeX.

The fund awarded nearly $500,000 in grants of up to $10,000 to nonprofitst, schools, and individual community members across Caddo and Bossier Parishes and the greater Shreveport area. STACK Infrastructure, Amazon's data center development partner in the region, contributed $100,000 as part of a partnership to support community-led investment.

The grants were announced at a celebration on July 8 at Chef's Table by BeauxJax in Bossier City, Louisiana. "We're proud to support the people and organizations doing meaningful work in Northwest Louisiana," said Afrika Alsup, community engagement manager at Amazon. "This fund puts resources directly into the hands of community members who understand what their neighbors need and are stepping up to deliver it."

"Supporting community-led projects like these is a meaningful way to invest in the people and neighborhoods around us,” said Kevin Hughes, chief external affairs officer at STACK Americas. "We're glad to help expand access to resources for organizations doing important work across the region."

From food rescue operations to youth robotics competitions to transitional housing for homeless families, the funded projects reflect the diverse priorities of the region, each one addressing a specific gap identified by people who know their communities firsthand.

Feeding families, students, and seniors Grants will provide tens of thousands of pounds of food and weekend meal bags for children, secure infrastructure to rescue surplus restaurant meals and redirect them to people in need, expand home-delivered meals to seven days a week for homebound seniors, and deliver thousands of hot meals to families while their child is hospitalized.

Connecting young people to skills and opportunity Funding will connect hundreds of high school girls with professional women mentors for career development, build a regional robotics competition series serving hundreds of students and educators, provide trade training programs with tools and equipment to deliver employer-aligned instruction and industry credentials, and provide underserved youth with bootcamps in financial literacy, digital skills, and career readiness.

Supporting people in crisis and transition Grants will provide emergency relocation, phones, and transportation for domestic violence victims, sustain a 24/7 shelter that transitions homeless veterans into permanent housing, equip justice-impacted individuals with bicycles to overcome transportation barriers to employment, deliver professional development and employer connections to help survivors of violence achieve economic independence, and build transitional micro-housing with wraparound services for homeless families.

Strengthening neighborhoods and local institutions Other funded projects will build connections and improve quality of life across the region through weekly community dinners that link residents with services, neighborhood revitalization and accessibility improvements, intergenerational mentorship programs, and community murals.

"Investments like these strengthen the foundation that makes our region attractive to businesses and families alike,” said Justyn Dixon, president and CEO at North Louisiana Economic Partnership. “At NLEP, we work to recruit companies that will be strong long-term community partners. Amazon and STACK are doing exactly that by investing in workforce readiness, food access, and quality of life.

That's how economic development benefits the entire region." The Amazon Northwest Louisiana Community Fund is part of Amazon’s broader investment in Louisiana and its commitment to supporting the communities where it operates .

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June 10, 2026 9:31 AM Share How Amazon and Blue Mountain Community College are building a pipeline for data center careers in Oregon About 10 years ago, Amazon came to Blue Mountain Community College (BMCC) with plans to build data centers in the region. The company needed trained technicians. The Data Center Technician program , launched in 2015, helped make that possible.

When Jesus Casas was unsure of his next career step, he considered skipping school entirely. "But when funding became available," he said, "I knew it was meant for me." Amazon has committed more than $700,000 in scholarships to the BMCC Foundation, helping students who might not otherwise pursue the program.

"Amazon has given a lifeline for students who need that financial support," said Leah Gadsden, BMCC Foundation engagement officer. "They have enabled so many students not just to get a job, but a real career they can be proud of." Peter Hernberg, mathematics and computer science instructor at BMCC, remembers those early days.

"I drafted a brief curriculum," he said. Getting students enrolled was tough at first. But word spread.

"Most of our students have heard about the program from a friend of theirs, someone in their family, who've said, 'Hey, this is a great way to get a good job.'" Louis Maxcy is one of those students. An Umatilla High School graduate directly hired by Amazon as a data center operations technician, he knows what these opportunities mean locally.

"The stigma was always, if you want to become successful and have a good career, you need to leave this area. As the data centers came in, that provided great opportunities for people that live here." "Helping the community is not just a partnership with BMCC.

It's a commitment to the community,” said Casas. On May 7, he shared his story at BMCC’s scholarship luncheon. Weeks later, 20 students graduated from Amazon’s Information Infrastructure Pre-Apprenticeship program after four weeks of paid training.

4 ways Amazon is investing in Oregon Amazon's investments are boosting Oregon's economy while creating opportunities for Oregonians. June 9, 2026 9:33 AM Share Amazon retrofit of closed manufacturing plant in Clinton, Mississippi to create 100 full-time jobs When the Delphi manufacturing facility in Clinton, Mississippi closed in 2009, the loss of 280 jobs was felt across the community.

Opened in the early 1970s to manufacture cable and wiring connectors for the automotive industry, the building sat vacant for nearly two decades. In April, Amazon announced its planned investment to refurbish the facility into a state-of-the-art data center.

Today, Hinds County Economic Development Authority, the City of Clinton, and Alston Construction hosted Amazon for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate this investment and the creation of at least 100 full-time jobs. For Hinds County, this investment is transformative.

Mayor Will Purdie has called it "one of the largest economic development project in the history of the City and Hinds County," noting it will inject millions annually into Clinton's budget, schools, and county services. The project offers residents high-skilled careers, from data center engineers to network specialists, without leaving their community.

Amazon has partnered with Hinds Community College and AccelerateMS on hands-on workforce training programs designed to prepare local residents for these jobs. This is the first time Amazon has taken an existing industrial building and fully retrofitted it into a functioning data center. Rather than demolishing and rebuilding, Amazon chose an adaptive reuse strategy, repurposing what already exists rather than building from scratch.

Reusing the building's existing materials and infrastructure means less waste, increased sustainability, and a faster path to completion. The Delphi building's story isn't ending. Rather, it's beginning again, and it's the latest example of Amazon's continued long-term commitment to Mississippi .

5 ways Amazon is investing in Mississippi Amazon's investments are boosting the Magnolia State's economy while creating opportunities for Mississippians. May 21, 2026 2:23 PM Share Amazon opens first Think Big Space in Indiana, bringing STEM education to New Prairie students Amazon celebrated the opening of its first Think Big Space in Indiana , located at New Prairie High School in New Carlisle.

In partnership with New Prairie United Schools Corporation, the new STEM education lab will give 3,000 students access to hands-on technology and resources designed to spark their interest in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields . On May 18, Amazon and local leaders gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open the space.

Students explored the lab's resources and led a community showcase where they demonstrated the technology for community members and local officials. The Amazon Think Big Space provides a place beyond the standard classroom for students to explore and cultivate an interest in STEM-related careers.

Equipped with resources to engage students from kindergarten to high school in robotics, coding, media production, and 3D design, the space encourages students to think big to solve real-world problems. In a first for Think Big Spaces, the New Prairie location also features a dedicated podcast recording room, giving students a creative platform to build digital media and storytelling skills.

"This space will give teachers new tools to engage students in their classrooms while empowering creativity and collaborative problem-solving, and developing the skills needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving workforce," said Dr. Paul White, superintendent of New Prairie United School Corporation. "We are excited and honored to receive the first Think Big Space in Indiana and are grateful for Amazon's investment in our schools."

The Think Big Space was named after one of Amazon's 16 Leadership Principles , which encourages leaders to think differently and look around corners for ways to serve others. With more than 100 Think Big Spaces globally, Amazon remains committed to making a positive impact in its data center communities by supporting equitable STEM education and empowering all learners.

April 28, 2026 3:50 PM Share Celebrating Arbor Day and Earth Day across Amazon data center communities From planting native oaks in Ohio to building pollinator gardens in Virginia , Amazon data center employees marked Arbor Day and Earth Day by supporting the communities around them.

In Plain City, Ohio, volunteers planted 75 native oak trees at the future Sugar Run Park, helping establish a 22-acre oak prairie ecosystem along a major tributary of Big Darby Creek. These trees will support more than 500 species of wildlife, reduce stormwater runoff, and create walking paths for generations to come.

In Virginia, Amazon employees joined the Carter's Mill HOA community and Keep Prince William Beautiful for a three-day tree planting initiative, removing invasive species, planting native trees, and installing pollinator gardens to create a natural green buffer between our campus and the neighborhood.

In Culpeper County, a partnership with Friends of the Rappahannock is bringing 60 native trees, pollinator habitat, an ADA-accessible walking path, and educational signage to the Little Fork Episcopal Church Commons in Rixeyville—a new public green space expected to serve 300 to 500 community members. Amazon also supported the Louisa Clean event, including truck netting to support countywide cleanup efforts.

"We are so grateful to the hundreds of volunteers, students, businesses, and community partners who came together to help plant and steward new urban forests and green spaces in our region," said Sarah Dishman, Friends of the Rappahannock's forestry programs manager. "Big thank you to Amazon and their awesome volunteers for supporting these projects to plant trees in our communities."

In South Bend, Indiana , our team is partnering with Unity Gardens for an Earth Day celebration featuring native seed bomb workshops, a foraging walk, and a gardens history tour. In Hayward, California , Amazon is joining the Student Conservation Association, the Arbor Day Foundation, and the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District for a public tree planting at Mervin Morris Park.

These events highlight the power of community partnerships—building healthier neighborhoods one tree at a time. How Amazon is preparing for the energy needs of the future Learn how we're supporting the transition to carbon-free energy and powering our business with sustainability in mind.

April 15, 2026 9:38 AM Share Gilroy and Hayward organizations awarded grants for community impact projects 28 organizations across Gilroy and Hayward are turning community visions into action with support from the Amazon Gilroy Community Fund and Amazon Hayward Community Fund. Together, the funds awarded $200,000 in grants to help local leaders launch and expand projects that address their neighborhoods' most pressing needs.

These grant recipients reflect the diverse needs of these northern California communities. "Amazon is committed to supporting the Hayward and Gilroy communities through meaningful partnerships and investments," said Benjamin Harvey, community engagement manager at Amazon.

"From building workforce skills and expanding STEM access to advancing sustainability initiatives, these organizations are addressing critical needs with locally driven solutions, and Amazon is proud to support this vital work." Expanding educational opportunities In Gilroy, the American Association of University Women is launching a STEM camp for seventh-grade girls, while Digital NEST expands its after-school programming.

South County Cal-SOAP is using its grant to open doors for first-generation and low-income students. The college access program will transport students to nearby universities, where they experience campus life firsthand through tours led by current students and staff. These immersive visits help students picture themselves in college—a crucial step in the journey toward postsecondary enrollment and success.

Addressing transportation and sustainability challenges Beyond education access and opportunity, grant recipients are addressing transportation and sustainability challenges. Bike Hayward is tackling what lead organizer Alejandro Jasso calls a "repair desert" for cyclists. "With this generous funding from Amazon, Bike Hayward will empower residents with dedicated space and training to perform bicycle maintenance," said Jasso.

“By teaching these tangible repair and fabrication skills, we are empowering our neighbors to physically shape a more reliable, comfortable, and accessible transportation network for everyone."

STEM Education programs Amazon supports in the U.S. We are committed to increase youth and adult access to STEM opportunities, inspire students to explore careers of the future and the broad range of technical and non-technical roles available to them, and promote diversity and inclusion in the tech industry.

March 16, 2026 10:17 AM Share Our Ongoing Commitment to Louisa County, Virginia Since announcing our $11 billion investment in Louisa County in 2023 , we've been committed to being good neighbors. Our two data center campuses are projected to generate more than $25 million in annual county revenue, supporting tax relief, infrastructure improvements, and community priorities.

So far, we've invested $700,000 in community grants and workforce development partnerships with the Virginia Community College System to create local opportunities. Understanding Our Water Infrastructure and Permit As we progress our projects in Louisa, we're following the regulatory process, which involves applying for permits.

Here's some context on our water discharge permit for the Lake Anna Technology campus and how we're working to be responsible stewards of local resources. What is the permit for: We design our data centers for efficiency and build sustainability into everything we do.

In Louisa County, we rely on outside natural air cooling for about 96% of the year and only use water-based cooling during the hottest periods, which is about 4% of annual operations. On only the hottest hours of the year, the facility uses a cooling system that evaporates water to safely cool air that in turn removes heat from the computers.

As part of this process, cooling water needs to be periodically discharged; this cooling water is called ‘non-contact cooling water’. It never touches IT equipment, and it's treated before release in alignment with state environmental standards. This permit protects Lake Anna and local waterways while allowing us to discharge to Sedges Creek.

Where the water goes: The permit allows discharge to Sedges Creek, which flows into Lake Anna. Will this heat up Lake Anna? No. On average, our daily discharge is approximately 0.

0000882% of the volume of water in the Lake and will be discharged into Sedges Creek. The water will be at a cooler water temperature than the warm side of Lake Anna where Sedges Creek eventually flows into. Why metals are listed in the permit: Very low concentrations of the metals listed in the permit are already naturally present in the water before being used by our data centers.

As water evaporates during cooling, metal concentrations increase in the discharged non-contact cooling water—this is expected and is why monitoring will be required. The concentration of metals allowed in our discharge water is limited by the state and these requirements are determined by strict environmental and health standards.

The limits for metals in our discharge permit are stricter than drinking water limits, meaning our discharge will be required to contain fewer metals than what is allowed in typical drinking water. In summary, this permit exists to protect local water resources. Amazon’s system will minimize water use, treat water before discharge, avoid direct discharge into the lake, and operate under strict VDEQ oversight.

Discharge would be intermittent, limited, treated, and monitored. How Amazon helps data center communities thrive Amazon’s investment in its data center locations is helping create jobs, support economic growth, provide education and training opportunities, and much more.

February 16, 2026 10:15 AM Share Richmond County organizations bring grassroots solutions to life with community grants From mobile data science labs to community fridges, 28 organizations across Richmond County are bringing innovative solutions to their neighbors with the help of $200,000 in grants from the Amazon Richmond County Community Fund.

The funded projects reflect the diverse needs and problem-solving spirit of Richmond County. From expanding STEM education to ensuring families have access to nutritious food , these grassroots initiatives demonstrate how local leaders understand their communities best. Each project addresses a specific gap, driven by organizations that have spent years supporting their neighbors.

"These grant recipients represent the best of Richmond County—local leaders who've identified real needs and developed creative, grassroots solutions to address them," said Amy Jaballah, Amazon community engagement manager. "Whether it's ensuring kids have beds to sleep in or bringing hands-on learning to students, these organizations are making a tangible difference.

Amazon is honored to support their work and invest in the future of this community." Supporting education and expanding opportunity Education and opportunity are at the heart of several initiatives. The Steed Foundation is hitting the road with Data On The Move, a mobile program that brings hands-on data science learning to young people at schools, churches, and community centers.

Richmond Community College is launching Adventure Camp, giving rural middle school students hands-on experiences in science, art, technology, and financial literacy. Addressing food insecurity and basic needs Addressing basic needs also remains a top priority.

Sleep in Heavenly Peace is working to ensure 200 children wake up in a bed of their own, while multiple organizations are tackling food insecurity, including the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina . Amazon honored these grant recipients at a celebration on February 10 at Richmond Community College.

The Richmond County Community Fund is part of our broader $10 billion investment in North Carolina 's data center infrastructure and our commitment to supporting the communities where we operate . 5 ways Amazon is making an impact on US communities From preserving affordable homes to delivering millions of meals, Amazon's community investments address pressing challenges facing our neighbors.

December 22, 2025 7:46 AM Share Holiday spirit lights up Amazon data center communities This holiday season, we're grateful to have joined local organizations, nonprofits, and elected officials to support festive celebrations across , Pennsylvania , Ohio , , and Indiana . In Virginia, Amazon partnered with local organizations to create magical experiences.

At the Historic Manassas Holiday Market, families enjoyed free activities including face painting and ornament decorating. Amazon served as the official Santa Letter partner at One Loudoun's Tree Lighting celebration. In collaboration with Louisa County Parks & Recreation, Amazon chartered the Santa Express Train for underserved children.

The "Holiday Magic on Main Street" event in Fredericksburg provided VIP experiences for economically disadvantaged children through partnerships with Spreading Smiles, Operation Warm, and STEM EIC. Amazon also joined Mayor Michelle Davis-Younger and CFH, Inc. to host a celebration for East End Mobile Home community families.

"Our city is so very fortunate to partner with Amazon year after year in meeting the needs of some of our most vulnerable residents and for this I will be forever grateful. This is the true spirit of the holiday season that lasts well into the new year," said Michelle Davis-Younger. "Amazon continues to amaze all of us and we look forward to many years of great partnership in meeting the needs in our community!"

In Pennsylvania, Amazon supported a 78-year-long tradition by joining the Christmas Boulevard celebration. Employee-led initiatives collected food donations for the Salvation Army, and volunteers assembled 200+ winter kits. In Ohio at Plain City's Christmas Under the Clock, Amazon's Think Big Mobile van supported the celebration with STEM activities for children ages 4-13.

In Sunbury, Amazon supported the community's first-ever ice-skating rink at Christmas on the Square. In Oregon, Amazon supported the Hermiston Tree Lighting with STEM activities and holiday games. In South Bend, Indiana, our operations team redirected resources to support food security initiatives benefiting local nonprofits.

These festivities reached thousands of families, strengthening community ties through shared traditions and local partnerships. How Amazon helps data center communities thrive Amazon’s investment in its data center locations is helping create jobs, support economic growth, provide education and training opportunities, and much more. December 17, 2025 5:02 PM Share Amazon and KABOOM!

tackle playspace inequity throughout 2025 As 2025 draws to a close, Amazon celebrates a year of meaningful partnership with KABOOM! , the national nonprofit committed to ending playspace inequity. Together, we've helped create safe, vibrant spaces where children can play and thrive in communities where