Philanthropy Northwest


2008 Annual Conference Register Today - Early Bird rate ends June 17, 2008! This year's Annual Conference will cover a variety of topical issues, including philanthropy's role in an economic downturn and the implications of a growing national deficit. Additionally, sessions will investigate issues affecting community foundations, explore rural and tribal philanthropy, and provide unique opportunities for trustees and CEOs. Don't miss this chance to connect with your grantmaking peers and reflect on the latest developments in Northwest philanthropy. For more information and to register, click here! Thank you to our Platinum Annual Conference Sponsors: The Paul G. Allen Family Foundation The Boeing Company The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Microsoft M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust

Welcome new Philanthropy Northwest members The Martinez Foundation, founded by former Mariner Edgar Martinez and his wife Holli, strives to strengthen communities by providing underserved populations with educational opportunities. The foundation is based in Bellevue, Washington. The Park County Community Foundation is a two-year old community foundation in Livingston, Montana, dedicated to enhancing the spirit of community and quality of life in Park County through stewardship of endowed funds, grantmaking and other activities. Philanthropy Northwest releases Trends in Northwest Giving The new edition of Trends in Northwest Giving, Philanthropy Northwest’s comprehensive report on giving in our region, is hot off the presses. Giving to Northwest nonprofits grew more than 25% since 2006, while education remains the highest funding priority among Northwest funders. Copies of the report will be mailed to all members in the coming weeks. A portion of the report is available online. Greater Tacoma Community Foundation compiles Myanmar relief resources The Greater Tacoma Community Foundation has gathered information about the cyclone devastation in Myanmar, and resources for grantmakers interested in donating to relief efforts. To visit their resource page, click here. Philanthropy Northwest has also compiled resources, which are available on our homepage. Employees Community Fund of Boeing hits $500M The Employees Community Fund of Boeing Puget Sound celebrated the distribution of $500M in employee contributions to local communities since its inception in 1951. The milestone was commemorated by the United Ways of Washington at an event April 22, and a proclamation by Washington State Governor Christine Gregoire marking April 22 “Employees Community Fund of Boeing Puget Sound Day.” The fund partners with 11 United Ways throughout Puget Sound. To read more, click here. Rasmuson Foundation creates Alaskan art gallery in Second Life The Rasmuson Gallery of Alaskan Artists opened Monday, May 12, in Second Life, a 3D online virtual world. The gallery, hosted by the University of Alaska Fairbanks, features the work of the foundation's Individual Artist Award recipients. The opening coincided with the announcement of the 2008 awards. To learn more or visit the gallery, click here. Potlatch Fund nominated for Kellogg Award Potlatch Fund is a 2008 Kellogg Foundation National Leadership in Action Award nominee. The award recognizes outstanding philanthropic and nonprofit leadership in communities of color. Winners receive a $50,000 grant and will be announced later this Spring. For more information about the award, click here.

The Alaska Community Foundation Ben B. Cheney Foundation Bethel Community Services Foundation The Boeing Company ConocoPhillips The O.P. & W.E. Edwards Foundation, Inc. The Ford Family Foundation The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Henry & Nancy Ketcham Foundation Kirlin Foundation The Mannix Canby Foundation Microsoft M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust Safeco Insurance Satterberg Foundation Starbucks Coffee Company and Foundation Wyman Youth Trust

Jeff Raikes is the new CEO of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Jeff is a 27-year veteran Microsoft executive. He had announced plans to retire from Microsoft earlier this year. To read more about the new CEO, click here.

Lauren Moore will leave her position as director of giving and community affairs for Starbucks at the end of May. Lauren plans to spend the summer with her family before pursuing a new position. She continues to serve as past president of the Philanthropy Northwest Board.

Social Venture Partners (SVP) is accepting applications for the Brainerd Fellowship,
a two-year fellowship providing partnership for an individual who could not otherwise make the required financial commitment.
SVP partners serve on granting committees, internal working groups and provide volunteer consulting to nonprofits. For more information and online application, visit the
SVP website.

Milt Doumit is the new vice president of Washington State Public Affairs, Policy and Communications for Verizon Foundation. Milt most recently worked as chief-of-staff for Washington State Attorney General Rob McKenna.

Wendy Weiker is the new foundation specialist for Puget Sound Energy. Wendy previously worked for WaMu and Microsoft corporate giving.

Linda Menard is the new interim executive director for the Mat-Su Health Foundation. Linda, a Mat-Su board member since 2004, will hold the position until a new executive director is hired.

	May 31 - June 1 Best Practices in Grantmaking: Essential Skills and Strategies Billings, MT
	July 17 Idaho Regional Gathering Boise, ID
	September 24 - 26 2008 Annual Conference Coeur d'Alene, ID
	November 6-7, 13-14 Best Practices in Grantmaking: Essential Skills and Strategies Seattle, WA and Anchorage, AK
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