February 07, 2023 Why This Donor Couple in the Northwest is Giving Big to a Unique Youth Mentorship Program February 07, 2023/ Connie Matthiessen Gary and Christine Rood prioritize health and children, and their giving has grown significantly in recent years. The couple’s latest move sent $33 million to Friends of the Children, which has landed some big gifts lately.Read More
January 05, 2023 Top Things to Know About the Maybelle Clark Macdonald Fund in Oregon January 05, 2023/ Alyssa Ochs For over 50 years, the Maybelle Clark Macdonald Fund has been making grants to local, community-based nonprofits. Here’s what Oregon nonprofits should know about this foundation and how it gives throughout the state.Read More
December 20, 2022 How Idaho Nonprofits Can Get the Support of the Whittenberger Foundation December 20, 2022/ Alyssa Ochs Since 1973, the Whittenberger Foundation has been working to improve the lives of children and youth in Idaho. Here are some tips for Idaho organizations looking to apply.Read More
December 07, 2022 Three Things to Know About the Rozella Nottingham Trust in Idaho December 07, 2022/ Alyssa Ochs The Rozella Nottingham Trust is a small family foundation that typically awards a few grants per year. Keep these three things in mind when you approach this foundation for a grant.Read More
October 13, 2022 How the Nagel Foundation Supports Local Groups in Idaho October 13, 2022/ Alyssa Ochs Based in Eagle, Idaho, a quaint suburb located about 10 miles northwest of Boise, the Nagel Foundation focuses its attention on southwest Idaho. Here are some details about how it supports nonprofits there.Read More
October 04, 2022 Seven Questions for Toya Fick, the New CEO of Meyer Memorial Trust October 04, 2022/ Dawn Wolfe Toya Fick recently took over as head of Oregon’s Meyer Memorial Trust, carrying out a programmatic focus on racial justice in the region. We spoke with Fick about the new job, and how funders can meet the needs of the moment.Read More
September 02, 2022 Six Questions for Alesha Washington, Seattle Foundation’s New President and CEO September 02, 2022/ Mike Scutari Four months ago, Alesha Washington became the president and CEO of Seattle Foundation, the largest community foundation in the Pacific Northwest. We chatted with her about her career path, her influences and more.Read More
August 10, 2022 An Overview of the Laura Moore Cunningham Foundation’s Idaho Grantmaking August 10, 2022/ Alyssa Ochs Here is an overview of how the Idaho-based Laura Moore Cunningham Foundation awards grants and the steps involved in securing a grant.Read More
June 09, 2022 An Overview of the Idaho Community Foundation’s Local Giving June 09, 2022/ Alyssa Ochs The Idaho Community Foundation serves all 44 counties in the state of Idaho. Here are the most important things to know about this funder’s background and what grant opportunities are available.Read More
June 09, 2022 Funder Spotlight: How Washington’s Satterberg Foundation Evolved to Focus on Racial Justice June 09, 2022/ Ade Adeniji In our latest funder spotlight, we look at the Washington-based Satterberg Foundation and its unique approach to promoting a just society and a sustainable environment. Read More
April 29, 2022 An Overview of the Olive Smith Browning Charitable Trust's Idaho Giving April 29, 2022/ Alyssa Ochs Here’s a look at the charitable giving of the Olive Smith Browning Charitable Trust, an Idaho-focused foundation that is accessible to local nonprofits.Read More
April 20, 2022 How the Family Behind a Sportswear Behemoth Is Expanding Its Philanthropy for Rural Communities April 20, 2022/ Ade Adeniji The Roundhouse Foundation, based in the small town of Sisters, Oregon, was founded with support from outdoor gear giant Columbia Sportswear. The foundation is expanding rapidly, serving rural communities across the state.Read More
March 03, 2022 Where a Huge Mental Health Gift from the Ballmers Is Headed—and What It Means for the Field March 03, 2022/ Paul Karon The Ballmer Group's $425 million grant establishes a new children's mental health institute, building on the funder's strategy of connecting universities with community programs. It’s also a bellwether for mental health giving.Read More
February 17, 2022 A Quick Overview of Alaska's Kenai Peninsula Foundation February 17, 2022/ Alyssa Ochs A group of community leaders created the Kenai Peninsula Foundation, which is an affiliate of the Alaska Community Foundation. Here’s what you should know about the Kenai Peninsula Foundation and how it awards local grants.Read More
December 16, 2021 A Closer Look at the Homer Foundation’s Giving in Alaska December 16, 2021/ Alyssa Ochs The Homer Foundation is an independent community foundation in Alaska. Here’s a look at what nonprofits can expect when they approach this funder for support.Read More
November 04, 2021 How the Sitka Legacy Foundation Gives Locally in Alaska November 04, 2021/ Alyssa Ochs The Sitka Legacy Foundation addresses the needs of residents and the nonprofit community in one distinct part of Alaska. The good news is that grants are getting bigger and more funding opportunities are within reach.Read More
November 04, 2021 With a New Program, a Native-Focused Funder Embraces a Trust-Based Grantmaking Model November 04, 2021/ Paul Karon The Potlatch Fund, which supports tribal communities in the Northwest, is embracing trust-based funding to reduce grantmaking barriers and let people on the ground steer funds to where they're needed most.Read More
November 04, 2021 Four Questions for D’Artagnan Bernard Caliman, Director of Justice Oregon for Black Lives November 04, 2021/ Dawn Wolfe We talk to Justice Oregon for Black Lives Director D’Artagnan Bernard Caliman about the results of the organization's initial call for proposals, and about his own experience returning to Oregon after 20 years to lead the effort.Read More
September 10, 2021 Getting to Know the Autzen Foundation, a Longtime Funder of Portland Nonprofits September 10, 2021/ Alyssa Ochs The Autzen Foundation approaches grantmaking broadly with funds going to the arts, education, the environment, and social services efforts. However, youth-focused organizations have been a primary interest lately. Read More
September 10, 2021 The ArtsFund in Seattle: How Does It Make Grants? And Who Gets Support? September 10, 2021/ Alyssa Ochs ArtsFund, an important backer of the arts in Seattle, has a history dating back to 1969. Here are a few key things to know about how this local grantmaker operates. Read More