The increased funding will go toward nonprofits tackling pressing issues like COVID-19 response and recovery, especially in hard-hit developing economies, and fighting racial injustice around the world, the company said.
"As of this week, 8 million people have been infected with COVID-19, and additional crises are worsening in mental health, domestic violence and social stigma. Society is also reckoning with longstanding racial injustices, both in the U.S. and abroad," said Michelle Hurtado, head of Google Ad Grants.
Hurtado argued that nonprofits play an important role in acting swiftly to confront these challenges, but many are struggling to stay afloat with typical fundraising activities canceled due to social distancing.
"In fact, more than half have experienced a decline in donations since the COVID-19 outbreak. Further compounding these challenges, they're seeing sharp increases in the demand for services," he said.
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