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November 2022 |

This article was originally published by The Russell Family Foundation (TRFF) on October 18, 2022; Philanthropy Northwest has cross-posted it here with their permission. See the original piece on ...

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November 2022 |

On the eve of election day, it’s clear philanthropy has a pivotal role in sustaining a strong and inclusive democracy. During a time when public trust in our democratic institutions and productive civic discourse is significantly waning, philanthropy has an important role in supporting...

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November 2022 | Philanthropy Northwest

The news plays a core role in people’s lives, but over time local and daily newspapers have closed their doors, leaving local residents less informed and connected to key issues that affect their communities. Recognizing this issue, funders in Central Washington created The Yakima Free Press...

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September 2022 |

Montana Community Foundation mobilizes the ...

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September 14, 2022
12:00pm to 1:00pm
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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...

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September 9, 2022
10:00am to 11:30am
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On Tribal lands, broadband access continues to be an issue, leaving Native communities behind in our increasingly virtual world. In an effort to close this digital divide, the federal government is distributing funds to support broadband access to the millions of underserved locations in the U.S...

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September 2022 |

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...

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