Seattle Foundation Events
Upcoming Events
Watch this space for information about upcoming Seattle Foundation events.
Summer Professional Advisor After Hours
Thursday, July 23 | 4 – 6 PM
đSeattle Foundation’s Offices
Come and soak up the joy of a sunny Seattle summerâď¸with your partners in philanthropy at Seattle Foundation! Join us to network and reconnect with colleagues across disciplines, enjoy light appetizers, and an open bar. We look forward to seeing you there!
Planning with Purpose: Essential Documents for Estate Planning
August 20 | 12 PM – 1 PM | Virtual
August is National Make a Will Month, making it the perfect time to get clear on the essential documents every adult should have in placeâno matter their age, wealth, or stage of life. In this one hour webinar, nationally recognized Seattle estate planning attorney Wendy Goffe will break down the must have components of a basic estate plan, explain how these documents work together, and share practical insights to help you protect what matters most.
Estate planning is about documentation, but itâs also about purpose. Wendy will help us explore how to craft wills, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and other foundational planning tools with intention. Together, we will learn how these documents can reflect your values, your priorities, and the impact you hope to have on the people and causes you care about.
Youâll come away with a better understanding of wills, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and other foundational planning toolsâplus tips for getting started or updating your existing plan. A live Q&A will follow the presentation.
Information About Virtual Events
Seattle Foundation uses Zoom to host a variety of virtual events. The events have live transcripts and closed captioning. For more information about joining a virtual meeting, visit the Zoom Help Center. Stay tuned for upcoming events!
Recent Recordings
February 11, 2026 | 12:00-1:00 PM
View the recording. Charitable trusts can be a powerful tool to navigate tax considerations, generate income, and plan for the next generation. They can also seem mystifying at first. In this recorded session, expert speaker Ryan Szczepanik walks through real-life examples of trusts in action and offers a practical overview to help you understand how a charitable trust might support your financial, tax, or estate planning goals.
October 9, 2025 | 12-1 PM | Virtual
View the recording of our recent Professional Advisor Continuing Education (PACE) event, featuring nationally recognized speaker Bryan Clontz of Charitable Solutions. This in-depth session provides an excellent overview and case study examples of navigating charitable planning with non-cash assets.
Wills and Trusts 101, a webinar designed to simplify estate planning.
This session will help you:
- Understand the key differences between a will and a revocable trust.
- Learn how each tool can be used to protect your assets and ensure your wishes are honored.
- Gain the clarity and confidence you need to take the next step in your own estate plan.
Rochelle’s expertise, honed through years of advising high-net-worth individuals and families, makes this an essential resource for anyoneâwhether you’re just getting started or need a refresher.
Philanthropy In Action Advancing Childcare for All: On June 10, Seattle Foundation hosted a crucial virtual panel discussion to address the escalating challenges within Washington’s childcare system. The conversation highlighted the rising barriers for families, unsustainable conditions for providers, and the significant workforce impacts, particularly for mothers. Our esteemed panelists shared their insights and discussed actionable solutions aimed at building a childcare system that truly works for everyone.
Community Connections: Conversations for a Joyful Region – Seattle Foundation envisions a joyful region of shared prosperity, belonging, and justice. Hear from President & CEO Alesha Washington and Board President Ed Taylor who will share what it means to build a joyful region along with a preview of our new strategic direction. Then Darryl Smith, Executive Director of HomeSight, will join the chat to talk about how Field Order 15, in connection with the Black Home Initiative, helps to realize this vision by working to close the homeownership gap.
The Power of Us is recognizing that we are stronger as a collective. In partnership with Converge Media, come screen our new mini documentary that shares stories of both grantees and fundholders, demonstrating how through shared understanding and power, we can work together toward shared outcomes.
