As the chair of the nominating and governance committee, it is my pleasure to announce that we are opening the call for nominations for the Philanthropy Northwest Board of Directors. There are currently four open board seats.

As we open the board nomination process, we are thrilled to invite visionaries and changemakers interested in leading the field of philanthropy. This is an opportunity to shape the future as we embark on Philanthropy Northwest’s vision for equity and racial justice for all communities. Your voice as a Philanthropy Northwest member is critical in shaping the organization’s leadership.

Philanthropy Northwest strives to maintain diversity on its board to adequately represent the communities and regions in our network. This includes, but is not limited to, race and ethnicity, gender identity and sexual orientation, type of foundation, role within the organization, geography and urban/rural diversity.

Currently, our highest priorities are: 

• Funders located in and/or serving Idaho, Montana and Wyoming
• Individuals who are rurally located and/or rural-serving
• People who identify as Black, Indigenous or People of Color

Qualifications

We seek strategic philanthropic leaders who are committed to building strong, equitable and inclusive communities. Candidates may be a trustee, director or employee of a Philanthropy Northwest member organization.

Responsibilities include:

• Bringing a strategic perspective to the sector and our evolving organization. 
• Promoting and serving as an ambassador of Philanthropy Northwest and the broader community, including attending Philanthropy Northwest’s conferences and programs.
• Upholding the legal responsibilities of a nonprofit board of directors.
• Attending at least 75% of board and committee meetings in person (preferably), or by Zoom.
• Serving on at least one board committee.
• Maintaining active membership in Philanthropy Northwest.
• Making a personal contribution at a level that is meaningful to you.

Use these links to nominate yourself or nominate a colleague by May 8, 2024, at 5pm PT.

All nominations will be considered. Membership will vote on a slate of board members electronically in September and results will be presented at our annual membership meeting during our PNW24 Conference in Missoula, Montana this October.

Thank you for your ongoing contributions to our vibrant network!

Lilliane Ballesteros

Executive Director, Latino Community Fund
Vice Chair of Board Operations, Nominating and Governance Committee Chair, Philanthropy Northwest