Google's Inauguration Party Plan
Here's the answer to the question many in high-tech sector might be asking: "Does anyone know what Google has up its sleeve for Inauguration Day?" The Internet giant -- whose top executives have made no attempt to hide their enthusiasm for President-elect Barack Obama -- is partnering with the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights to host a Jan. 20 soiree at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium. The event invitation promises a "break from traditional inaugural balls" and a celebration of a "new era of open government."
As part of the invitation-only gala, Google is encouraging attendees to donate to nonprofits like LCCR's education and research arm; the D.C. Central Kitchen, which feeds thousands of needy individuals in the region; the Sunlight Foundation, a transparency watchdog; Green for All, which advocates for environmentally friendly jobs and industry; and One Economy, a group that brings broadband and tech training to low-income people. The company will match all monies received. Read about other tech-related festivities in this post.
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