Disney donates $1 million to support Hurricane Melissa recovery in Jamaica

The Walt Disney Company has announced a $1 million contribution to aid relief and recovery efforts in Jamaica following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa.

The funds will support both Disney employees and local communities affected by the storm, channeled through nonprofit partners such as UNICEF USA, World Central Kitchen, and Good360. The donation will help provide emergency supplies, food, shelter, and other essential services to families rebuilding their lives in the aftermath of the hurricane.

“Our hearts go out to the people of Jamaica who have experienced such terrible devastation from Hurricane Melissa, including our Disney employees and their families who call the island home,” said Bob Iger, CEO, The Walt Disney Company. “We hope this contribution and the ongoing support from our team will serve as a source of relief and comfort for those in need at this difficult time.”

Disney Cruise Line, which has maintained a port presence in Jamaica for more than a decade, is also coordinating local support for impacted areas.

The donation forms part of Disney’s ongoing global relief efforts, which provide assistance to communities affected by natural disasters through initiatives such as the Disney Employee Relief Fund — a program that helps cast, crew, and employees recover from crises and personal emergencies.