SEATTLE – Viral short-spined raccoon ‘Jimothy’ has driven thousands of dollars in corporate donations to The Ballard Food Bank. What we know: Seattle artist Ryan Henry Ward – known for his famous ‘henry’ street art and murals – auctioned off an original Jimothy painting, with proceeds going to The Ballard Food Bank. When Amazon saw every dollar was going to a good cause, it matched the winning bid of $6543.21 and called on other Seattle companies to do the same. “When we saw a local artist giving back to The Ballard Food Bank, inspired by a little raccoon that’s brought so much joy, we wanted to help. Amazon is proud to match the winning bid, and we’re calling on other Seattle-based companies to join us,” said Kara Hurst, Chief Sustainability Officer, Amazon, in a statement. Brooks, Alaska Airlines and T-Mobile have also joined in to match donations, and have encouraged other companies to follow. The Source: Information in this article is from an Amazon press release. MORE NEWS FROM FOX 13 SEATTLE Multiple wildfires spark across WA Thursday after thunderstorms Here’s where WA wildfires are currently burning Cyclosporiasis in WA: Where the state stands as national outbreak surges WA low tides: Extreme drop brings final tide-pooling event of the season WA braces for wildfires as incoming storm expected to bring lightning Seattle’s most infamous parking garage sits atop forgotten landmark Tacoma’s Point Defiance Zoo closes puffin exhibit after 3 birds die Battle brews over Washington ‘millionaires tax’ repeal initiative To get the best local news, weather and sports in Seattle for free, sign up for the daily FOX Seattle Newsletter. Download the free FOX LOCAL app for mobile in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store for live Seattle news, top stories, weather updates and more local and national news. BallardPets and Animals
