Disney Pledges $1M Aid for Hurricane Melissa Relief in Jamaica

The Walt Disney Company is pledging $1 million to aid relief and recovery efforts in Jamaica following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa, which struck the island with catastrophic impact including fatalities and widespread destruction. The funds will support Disney cast and crew in Jamaica as well as nonprofit organizations such as UNICEF USA, World Central Kitchen, and Good360, providing emergency supplies, food, shelter, and other essential services. Disney Cruise Line, which has maintained a port presence in Jamaica for over a decade, views this donation as both a corporate responsibility and a community-driven gesture. CEO Bob Iger expressed sympathy and solidarity with those affected, emphasizing Disney's ongoing commitment to assist communities where it operates through initiatives like the Disney Employee Relief Fund. Additionally, Apple CEO Tim Cook announced an undisclosed donation to Hurricane Melissa relief efforts, underscoring broader corporate support for the Caribbean region's recovery. These contributions highlight a significant response from major companies to assist Jamaica and neighboring countries impacted by the hurricane.