Laura and Ross Comer, a retired audiologist and software engineer, respectively, are dedicated to community service and charitable giving. They actively volunteer and have become steadfast donors to the United Way of King County, focusing on issues like housing and food insecurity. Ross, who worked at Microsoft, was introduced to United Way during the company’s annual giving campaign and has continued to support the organization even as its fundraising broadened. The Comers trust United Way to allocate their donations efficiently to those in need.

Both have roots in community service, with Ross participating in fundraising activities as a child and Laura being influenced by her parents’ volunteerism. As their careers progressed, they embraced charitable giving as a tradition, now involving their children in the process through a Donor Advised Fund. The couple is particularly concerned about homelessness in Seattle, emphasizing the need for solutions to provide shelter for all. They support various charities related to the arts, health care, and human services, using their experiences and research to guide their donations. Their commitment culminated in a legacy gift to United Way, ensuring their charitable efforts will continue for future generations.