Family foundations have always been a force in rural communities. Two major factors influence this consistent presence: First, the wealth of many philanthropic families was developed and generated in rural environments, in industries like timber, mining, agriculture and manufacturing. Second,...
Philanthropy Northwest has an engaged board of directors, all of whom represent the diverse field of philanthropy in our six-state region, plus Hawai'i. As we enter a new year, we are pleased to welcome a new board member to our governing body as well as a new slate of board officers who will...
Alaska Community Foundation envisions a future where Alaskan communities are resourced, both in times of calm and in times of disaster. This past September when western Alaska was hit by Typhoon Merbok, Alaska Community Foundation (ACF) wasted no time in taking action. ACF founded the Western...
Philanthropy Northwest hosts monthly, virtual gatherings for individuals who work in philanthropy and identify as Black, African and/or African-American to come together for informal conversations. To register for this event, please contact Mares...
During her first six months on the job, Philanthropy Northwest’s new CEO Jill Nishi has met with members in our network, spoken with community partners and settled into her new role. Looking forward to 2023, we sat down with Jill to get her thoughts on the first six months leading the...
Gene Yoon (he/him) is a communications manager at the Pacific Hospital Preservation & Development Authority and is part of the fourth cohort of Philanthropy Northwest's ...
Philanthropy has often conflated narrative change work with strategic communications, one-directional communications campaigns or story projects that may have short-term effects but fail to transform cultural norms. Instead, narrative change means shifting our worldview. As Pop Culture...
