Seattle Foundation mourns the passing of Anne V. Farrell, former President and CEO, and one of the most influential civic leaders in our region’s history. Anne led the Foundation from 1983 to 2003, a time of profound transformation for both the city and the field of philanthropy. She passed away on June 15, 2025, surrounded […]
By Lindsay Goes Behind Housing is a Human Right. According to a 2022 YouGov survey, 78% of Americans across political parties and ideological divides believe housing should be a basic human right. Here in Seattle, most of us share that belief as well. Every day, we see the consequences of a housing system that fails […]
Carrie Wilson joins the Board of Trustees with a track record of leading organizations through financial transformation with purpose and passion. Seattle Foundation is pleased to welcome Carrie to its Board. Carrie is the Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Secretary at AAA Washington, a leading Pacific Northwest member-driven organization with over 1.2 million members. As […]
We believe a strong community is built on the understanding that we thrive together. We work with nonprofits, donors, and community leaders to support impactful philanthropy and create lasting solutions for a more equitable Greater Seattle. For thirty years, N2N’s funding and resources have strengthened local grassroots efforts to overcome poverty and racial disparities within […]
By: Lindsay Goes Behind As we step into spring, a season of renewal and possibility, I want to take a moment to reflect on our collective journey—one defined by resilience, vision, and a commitment to justice. Every day, we witness the strength, tenacity, and brilliance of community in action. Grassroots organizers shaping policies. Nonprofit leaders […]
Discover the inspiring organizations leading the way in Phases II and III of the Fund for Inclusive Recovery. Learn from the lessons we’ve gathered so far and find out how you can be part of shaping a more equitable future. A Look Back Nearly five years ago, the world came to a standstill as the […]
By: Andrea Mackin and Kendall Hill At Seattle Foundation, we recognize that childcare is essential to economic stability, educational success, and a more equitable future. Yet, too many families, particularly those in historically underserved communities face steep barriers to accessing high-quality early learning opportunities. That is why we invest in organizations like Start Early Washington, […]
By: Alesha Washington As we watch what unfolds in our nation’s capital, the onslaught of recent policy actions could have far-reaching and devastating effects on communities across our state. The basic services we need to navigate through life – whether access to affordable food or public transportation – could all be jeopardized. The humanity and […]
By: Aileen Balahadia, Director of Grantmaking and Community Engagement This quarter, N2N is proud to spotlight a return grantee Ase Theater and their series of intergenerational programs for Black and brown teen girls and adults supporting artistic and self-expression, led by Black womxn teaching artists across Seattle. Their mission is to engage and transform […]
Neighbor to Neighbor Summer 2024 Spotlight By: Aileen Balahadia Intersectional is a word that is often thrown around and used, but what does it mean in the context of the grassroots communities we serve in N2N? For two of our grantees this Summer, both the vibrancy of and the challenges that arise from multiple identities […]
By: Alesha Washington When I reflect on this year, I am heartened by the progress we are making at Seattle Foundation. We are in a healthy financial position, allowing us to invest in the systems and infrastructure to maximize our operations and services. We are creating more experiences to engage our philanthropists on key issues […]
Seattle Foundation is guided by a strong board of trustees who care deeply about our community. We are excited to share some new board appointments, introduce a new board member, and celebrate trustees completing their tenure. Honoring Ed Taylor Dr. Ed Taylor, vice provost and dean of Undergraduate Academic Affairs at the University of Washington, […]
Seattle Foundation’s deep commitment to climate justice over the last decade includes using our voice to call attention to important transit and climate related ballot issues. We are once again calling attention to a critical ballot initiative – I-2117 – that could potentially have devastating impacts on our region’s ability to plan for and adapt […]
By: Aileen Balahadia Reflecting on our grantees this quarter, our N2N team saw a theme of similar systemic issues being tackled, utilizing different and creative strategies tailored to the various needs of our diverse communities. We saw three groups focused on “Sustainability” and what it looks like for our neighbors and streets when environment, transit, […]
April 23, 2024 Seattle Foundation envisions a joyful region of shared prosperity, belonging, and justice. Our recently approved strategic plan provides a roadmap for the next three years, laying the groundwork for how we will deepen our community impact, foster learning and engagement, and support our team to make this vision a reality. New team […]
By: Aileen Balahadia, N2N Program Consultant In our vibrant community, the power of our voice is both imperative and unparalleled. Unfiltered, authentic storytelling is not just deserving of attention—it’s the catalyst for a community steeped in joy, equity, and prosperity. To carve the path to the thriving community we undeniably deserve, we must actively embrace […]
By: Alesha Washington “It is entirely unacceptable that I should have no voice in the political affairs of my own country, for I am not a ward of America; I am one of the first Americans to arrive on these shores.” – James Baldwin, The Fire Next Time James Baldwin’s words resonate so deeply with […]
By: Aileen Balahadia, N2N Program Consultant N2N was founded with the ultimate goal of supporting community led efforts to change racist systems, policies, and practices that have had generations of damaging effects on Black and brown communities. While many N2N groups are at the early stage of their advocacy journey, one recent Fall 2023 grantee, […]
By: Alesha Washington “No one person can do this alone. I cannot do the work that I need to do at this foundation if it were not for a strong and dedicated team of staff, a dedicated and passionate board of directors, and philanthropists, fundholders, folks that come alongside us to also fuel what we’re […]
By: Bill Zook Many professional advisors doubt there will be much – if any – change in federal tax law affecting charitable giving between now and the end of 2025. At the state level, however, 2023 judicial action has made clear that Washington’s capital gain tax, which became effective in 2022, is here to stay. […]
