Considering diverse perspectives and experiences is critical to effective grantmaking and foundation programming. Practicing equity requires slowing down to reflect on the ways we can facilitate a more equitable and inclusive grantmaking process. This training is designed for mid-to senior-level...
Spring in the Pacific Northwest brings longer days (yay sunshine!), new blooms and, for us at Philanthropy Northwest, a return to travel! Our ultimate philanthropy road trip took us to Oregon where we connected with changemakers and members across the state. We are incredibly grateful for the...
Since its founding, Sherwood Trust has invested more than $36 million to strengthen the Walla Walla Valley. These days, Sherwood Trust’s investment goes beyond grant giving, a fact reflected in their Community Leadership Program celebrating 20 years of service.
“The organization was...
Join the Climate Resilience Fund and other environmental funders for their first in-person convening this May!
The purpose of this gathering is to deepen connections with one another and identify areas for collaborative action. The first evening will kick off with a dinner and the next...
Despite the recent uptick in organizations committing to centering DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) in the workplace, many DEI initiatives rely too heavily on performative measures, such as ad-hoc committees and/or tokenistic representation in leadership, rather than values-centered...
We invite our Oregon and Southwest Washington members and partners to attend Grantmakers of Oregon and Southwest Washington's annual conference this May.
We know that change is inevitable and we have the opportunity to explore how it can be used to transform us. At this year’s...
Grantmakers In Action is a cohort-style learning opportunity to plug into conversations and movements around:
