EMAIL: Explore the New philanthropynw.org
Our new website reflects who we are today: a vibrant network of funders, partners and peers working together to advance equity and racial justice across the Northwest.
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WEB: Public Policy and Advocacy
By organizing the sector and partnering with policymakers, we help move more resources where they’re needed most.
WEB: Philanthropy Northwest 50th Anniversary
Explore Our StorySince 1976, our work has been shaped by connection, courage and a conviction that our sector must do better. From the early Grantmakers of Color network leaders who challenged the field to think differently, to the hard lessons that have redirected our path, to the historic milestone of seating our first all-women-of-color board officer slate, every step has moved us closer to a vision of a sector that puts community, equity and justice in the center.Dive into our full history...
PR & Media
OP-ED: Is Washington ready for Census 2020? Billions are riding on it
We’re one year away from the nationwide start of Census 2020, and we have only one chance to get it right. This legislative session, lawmakers have a once-in-a-decade opportunity to ensure an accurate count of Washington communities, by fully funding the people and infrastructure for a robust and accurate Census 2020 count.
Census 2020 gathers the data that drives federal decision-making. It plays a fundamental role in our democracy by ensuring fair political representation and allocation of fe
Census 2020 gathers the data that drives federal decision-making. It plays a fundamental role in our democracy by ensuring fair political representation and allocation of fe
PRESS RELEASE: Inslee, Leading Nonprofits Launch Fund for State’s Food Banks as Supply Levels Drop
Demand Expected to Double This Week to 1.6 Million People in Need
OLYMPIA, Wash. – Gov. Jay Inslee joined key nonprofits and local philanthropies today to launch a coordinated, statewide food relief fund that will help reach those in need in every corner of Washington.
OLYMPIA, Wash. – Gov. Jay Inslee joined key nonprofits and local philanthropies today to launch a coordinated, statewide food relief fund that will help reach those in need in every corner of Washington.
PRESS RELEASE: Launches Washington Census Equity Fund
Philanthropy Northwest today announced the Washington Census Equity Fund, a statewide pooled fund of philanthropy partners which will support 2020 Census outreach, education and resources to ensure a robust and accurate census count.
Executive & Enterprise Communications
A Golden Invitation
Celebrate 50 years of Philanthropy Northwest with a special membership invitation.
Annual Reports
Our annual reports capture a snapshot of our network’s impact each year — providing space to reflect on our progress, celebrate achievements and look ahead to the future with purpose. Check out our most recent report and dive into reports from previous years to see how our network has evolved.
Our annual reports capture a snapshot of our network’s impact each year — providing space to reflect on our progress, celebrate achievements and look ahead to the future with purpose. Check out our most r...
Our annual reports capture a snapshot of our network’s impact each year — providing space to reflect on our progress, celebrate achievements and look ahead to the future with purpose. Check out our most r...
VIDEO: Connections - Philanthropy Northwest's 50th Anniversary
Our Story: From Connection to Collective Action
History of Philanthropy in the Northwest In the Northwest, philanthropy has always been rooted in relationships, not just resources.Long before formal institutions, Indigenous communities across this region practiced generosity grounded in reciprocity, responsibility and care. Traditions like Potlatch reflected a deep understanding that communities thrive when resources are shared. That legacy continues to shape how we understand philanthropy today, as Indigenous communities across the Northwest...
VIDEO: Milestones - Philanthropy Northwest's 50th Anniversary
Together We Transform: Philanthropy Northwest's Vision Towards Equity and Racial Justice
In times of uncertainty, the necessity to shift and evolve often presents our greatest opportunity. Over the past four years, our sector has set aside long-standing practices to make way for greater nimbleness, flexibility and equity in response to our grantee partners and the communities we collectively seek to serve.
PNW22 Illuminate: Grounding Us in Truth-Telling for Our Work Ahead
Following our long summer days here in the Northwest, the crisp air and vibrant colors of fall’s arrival signal a time for new beginnings and change. As a prior attendee of Philanthropy Northwest’s annual convening, I always looked forward to this opportunity to absorb new ideas, find inspiration from my colleagues and reflect on and examine my practices as a funder and grantmaker.
VIDEO: SDOT Bicycle and Transit Markings
Red and Green Pavement Markings, What do they all mean? Dongho Chang, SDOT City Traffic Engineer explains Bicycle and Transit markings that help Bike and Transit riders, and drivers and pedestrians navigate the city. It's a part of our efforts to keep everyone safe as they travel in and around the city.
to where we're going safely.
to where we're going safely.
Annual Report: YMCA of Greater Seattle
Blog & Creative Writing
Importing...
The latest on Move Seattle.
– wanting safer streets, better roads, and more reliable transit options. In the last two years, we’ve made some significant progress in achieving those goals. The new protected bike lane on 2nd Ave and the Rainier Valley Greenway are starting to make walking and biking down those streets safer for all ages and abilities. As part of our Vision Zero plan to end traffic deaths and serious injuries on city streets by 2030, we lowered the speed limits citywide in 2016.
Breakfast of (Commute Trip Reduction) Champions!
On March 7, together with Commute Seattle, we celebrated the efforts of employers participating in the city’s Commute Trip Reduction (CTR) program during the fourth annual Champions Celebration breakfast. The CTR program awards employers who demonstrate high engagement and innovative tactics in their transportation programs.
I Want to Ride My Bicycle – On the New 2nd Ave Protected Bike Lane!
The shiny new section from Pike Street to Denny Way extends the existing 2nd Avenue Protected Bike Lane (PBL) to Yesler Way (that’s 23 blocks!), making city-wide cycling a snap!
Streets Illustrated: Seattle's design recipe book - LAUNCHES TODAY!
Seattle is a vibrant, technologically innovative city and our freshly updated City design manual follows suit. Seattle Streets Illustrated, is an interactive online resource to help architects, engineers, and property owners involved in projects within street right-of-way.
Twelve new s
Twelve new s
