This session is only open to individuals who are part of the Philanthropy Northwest delegation attending Foundations on the Hill in Washington, D.C. in March 2026.
Speakers
Meredith Higashi
Chief of Staff and Vice President, Government Engagement, Philanthropy Northwest
Meredith is a multidisciplinary organizational leader guided by equity, community and personal growth. She is a licensed attorney with nearly 20 years in the social sector spanning national and regional work in public policy, legal advocacy, strategic communications, cross-sector partnerships and engagement with diverse communities. Meredith is a graduate of Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism and the University of Washington School of Law.
Grace Choi
Founder and CEO, Karis Consulting Group
Grace Choi is the founder and CEO of Karis Consulting Group, a national consulting firm that provides community organizing, strategic advising and coalition building support for AANHPI organizations to empower the voice and capacity of the community. Grace is a community strategist and political leader with over 15 years of experience in community organizing, policy, advocacy, diplomacy, international development and politics, where she has worked closely with high-level government, United Nations, nonprofit and private sector officials in the U.S. and around the world.
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