Taylor, Mich. (May 17, 2011) - In the wake of the powerful 9.0
magnitude earthquake, and the massive tsunami that devastated the
northeastern coast of Japan, Masco Corporation employees joined together
to contribute support through individual contributions to non-profit
organizations providing aid to the victims. One month after the
disaster, the total amount of funds donated by Masco employees exceeded
$50,000. Combined with Masco Corporation Foundation's immediate grant of
$50,000 to the American Red Cross, overall funds of more than $100,000
are attributable to the company and its employees.
Masco is identified by the Foundation Center, the world's leading
source of information on philanthropy, fundraising and grant programs,
as one of 275 companies from around the world that supported Japan
relief efforts through grants. The Foundation Center estimates a total
of $261,390,953 has been raised for relief efforts through corporate and
foundation contributions. Given the evolving situation, especially with
regard to the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power station, the Japanese
people will continue to need assistance as they recover from this epic
disaster for years to come. For additional information about the
corporate response to relief and recovery efforts in Japan, visit http://maps.foundationcenter.org/japan/rss/.
About Masco Corporation Foundation
The Masco Corporation Foundation supports not-for-profit organizations
in the areas of arts, culture, housing and environmental initiatives.
Additionally, the Foundation makes limited grants to a number of very
specific civic, educational and human service initiatives in the
communities where it does business. The Masco Corporation Foundation was
founded in 1952 and is funded with contributions from Masco
Corporation. Masco Corporation is one of the world's largest
manufacturers of brand-name consumer products for the home including
Behr® paint, Delta® and Hansgrohe® faucets, bath and shower fixtures and
KraftMaid® and Merillat® cabinetry. For more information on the
Foundation and the Masco family of brands, visit www.masco.com.
Media Contact
Karen Mendelsohn
Vice President - Sales and Marketing
313.792.6708
karen_mendelsohn@mascohq.com
Jill Delaney
MSL Chicago
312-861-5264
jill.delaney@mslgroup.com