
Philanthropy Northwest


Our Momentum Fellows already are moving forward, here and in life
Two of our staff members, Alice Glenn and Jenny Miller, are always on the move. They are continuing to grow in their work at the Foundation and outside of it too.Einstein had it spot on
How do we know it works: What are we counting and are we counting what truly counts?A most unusual conference and retreat
Rasmuson staff reflect on powerful time at Juneau conference: Native perspectives of complexity and change; diving under the boat of philanthropy; and the fear and thrills of zip-lining.Old vines take time
Lasting change and systemic improvements rarely occur by happenstance. Achieving intentional change can take many years of hard work and focus - much like the carefully tended vineyards of Walla Walla. In this post, Rasmuson Foundation External Affairs Manager Jordan Marshall shares what he learned at the recent Philanthropy Northwest annual membership meeting.Regional grantmakers vital to Alaska
While the global financial crisis depressed giving overall, foundations and corporations still contributed more in 2010 than in 2006 to nonprofits in the Pacific Northwest. In Alaska particularly, support from regional grantmakers remains strong. In this blog post, we look at some data shared by Philanthropy Northwest in their biannual report, Trends in Northwest Giving.Introducing Mission Investors Exchange
Philanthropy Northwest (PNW) announced last week the merger of PRI Makers Network and More for Mission to establish Mission Investors Exchange. In today's blog, we explore how PRI's are being used by Rasmuson Foundation in Alaska, and how these financial tools are gaining more attention elsewhere,Friday is Alaska Philanthropy Day
posted by Jeff Clarke, Vice President
This Friday, November 12th, the Alaska Chapter of Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) will host its premier annual Alaska Philanthropy Day Conference and Luncheon at the Anchorage Sheraton Hotel. This event is held in conjunction with National Philanthropy Day and celebrates the outstanding contributions of philanthropy in our communities throughout Alaska.
Virtual conferencing via Twitter
Information has value, and foundations are often positioned to gather great amounts of it. The importance of sharing information is a topic we discuss frequently here at Rasmuson Foundation. This week, Rasmuson staff will be scattered across the country attending a number of information-rich philanthropy meetings where discussions will range from topics such as the role of philanthropy in civil society, how the economy is challenging foundations, and ways to use new communication tools to convene discussion and build engagement around issues, just to name a few.
Alaska Funders Group meets
The Alaska Funders Group is a loose knit group of community, corporate and private funders who meet quarterly to build network, share opportunities, and exchange ideas and practices. Philanthropy Northwest provides basic support services.
Last Thursday, about 40 people convened at The Alaska Community Foundation to hear two corporate funders – Kaladi Brothers Coffee and The Pebble Partnership – discuss the role of community giving and supporting practices within their respective organizations.
Media Mentions
- Alaska Journal | Movers and Shakers for Feb. 28 February 25
- People in the News (02/21/2021): appointments, promotions, obituaries | News | PND February 23
- Finding activism through art: A Q&A with Tlingit illustrator Michaela Goade February 23
- Apartment giant Weidner teams with Rasmuson Foundation to buy properties adjacent to Brother Francis Shelter for new ‘resource hub’ - Anchorage Daily News February 23