The Columbia Sportswear Company announced plans to support Nepalese
earthquake relief efforts with a donation of $50,000 to several
non-profit organizations including Mercy Corps, OXFAM and UNICEF.

“Our
hearts and prayers are with the Nepalese people and everyone impacted
by this tragedy,” said Tim Boyle, Columbia Sportswear Company CEO. “As a
member of the global community and a company with strong ties to Nepal,
we see it as our responsibility to help the Nepalese people by
responding to this crisis.”

In addition to the cash donation, the
company committed to making product donations to relevant relief
providers as soon as the situation on the ground allows. The company
also committed to matching all employee donations earmarked for the
Nepal relief effort without limit.

In addition to the Columbia brand, Columbia Sportswear Company also
owns lifestyle brands Mountain Hardwear, Sorel, prAna, Montrail and
OutDry.