We are stronger together. 

Through peer networks, affinity groups and collaboratives, you can connect with other funders around shared interests, learning and action. These groups are the heart and soul of Philanthropy Northwest — where conversations lead to new insights, where creative solutions are born and where you feel part of a community.
 

Affinity Groups

Affinity groups, which include Philanthropy Northwest members and non-members, are organized around shared interests and demographics to support more effective philanthropy.

Alaska Funders
More than 20 organizations meet quarterly to share information, learn from each other and take action on issues affecting the well-being of Alaskans.

BIPOC Folks in Philanthropy
Join these virtual gatherings if you’re looking to share space, build community and deepen relationships with other individuals who work in philanthropy and identify as Black, Indigenous and/or a person of color (BIPOC).

Black Folks in Philanthropy 
Join these virtual gatherings if you’re looking to share space, build community and deepen relationships with other individuals who work in philanthropy and identify as Black, African and/or African-American.

Corporate Funders
Over 40 funders — from banks to retailers to foundations — connect to share ideas and explore ways to engage the corporate philanthropic sector to support a more vibrant Northwest.

Regional Community Foundation Network
Through this network, community foundations across the Northwest are connecting on a deeper level and having greater impact. The network offers learning opportunities via webinars and an online community for members to share questions, resources and ideas with each other. Visit our Regional CF Network homepage to learn more.

Rural Funders
Over 300 funders across the country participate in programs curated for issues specific to rural communities

How do I engage?

• Email our membership staff to connect with any of these affinity groups.
• Find any scheduled meetings for these affinity groups on our events calendar and search by the group name of interest. 
   

Funder Collaboratives

Collaboratives unite Philanthropy Northwest members to act on issues they care about, such as pooling resources to invest in a joint initiative or advocating unitedly for a specific policy agenda. Our collaboratives include:

Democracy Northwest Funders
Funders in Washington and Oregon work collectively to strengthen reflective democracy in the Northwest.

How do I engage?

• Reach out to our staff by email to join a collaborative.
• Find any scheduled meetings for these affinity groups on our events calendar and search by the collaborative name of interest. 
   

Cohorts

Our cohorts are unique, structured opportunities that enable participants to share in peer co-learning experiences, professional development and support.

How do I engage? 

• Visit our DEI Cohorts page to find out if you are eligible to participate in one of our cohorts and reach out to our staff by email for more information.