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Seattle Foundation is the heart and science of philanthropy, igniting powerful, rewarding philanthropy to make Greater Seattle a stronger, more vibrant community for all

Yesterday, we hosted our most successful Professional Advisor Continuing Education webinar to date, with 107 registrants...
05/29/2026

Yesterday, we hosted our most successful Professional Advisor Continuing Education webinar to date, with 107 registrants and 60 advisors joining us live "in the room" (with many more tuning in via the recording!).

A massive thank you to our guest speaker, Bryan Clontz, for delivering an incredibly insightful session. Whether simplifying the vocabulary, demystifying the tools and strategies, or asking the right questions, the webinar offered practical suggestions to help advisors ensure that philanthropy remains top of mind, relevant, and engaging for their clients. Through these actionable insights, Bryan reminded us why philanthropy remains a cornerstone of wealth, tax and estate planning advising, and highlighted how critical it is for advisors to partner directly with nonprofits to align a donor’s intention with true community needs.

👉 Missed the live session? You can check out the recording here and contact our gift planning team with any questions or thoughts at [email protected].

https://youtu.be/EfjyW25qcgU?si=cAerRIL6UxK75PUl

Happening tomorrow: our CE-credit webinar with charitable planning expert Bryan Clontz.Join Seattle Foundation and fello...
05/27/2026

Happening tomorrow: our CE-credit webinar with charitable planning expert Bryan Clontz.

Join Seattle Foundation and fellow advisors for a free 1.5-credit session (CFP, CLE, CPA) focused on what’s most relevant in charitable planning today—from trending vehicles and assets to the impact of demographic changes and information-saturated clients.

There’s still time to register, earn a CE credit, and learn better ways to support your clients who love giving back.

Last chance to sign up: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_d66pgYmwQSeacjCCtuxg5g

In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we’re proud to spotlight UTOPIA Washington—a commu...
05/26/2026

In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we’re proud to spotlight UTOPIA Washington—a community-rooted organization and former Neighbor to Neighbor (N2N) grantee.

From their early days with N2N to continued support through the Fund for Inclusive Recovery, UTOPIA has grown its impact—uplifting and empowering LGBTQ+ communities of color across our region.

This month, they’re bringing the community together through events and programming that center connection, care, and cultural pride. If you're interested in getting involved, their Community Listening Session Townhall takes place this Wednesday, May 27th from 6-8 PM at the Green River College Campus. The space is designed to uplift the voices, lived experiences, and priorities of Q***r and Trans Pacific Islanders (QTPI) and broader frontline communities across Washington State.

We’re honored to be part of their journey and to celebrate their leadership as part of N2N’s 35th anniversary.

Learn more and get involved: https://utopiawa.org/

Giving should never be caught in political crosshairs. The decision by large commercial DAF providers to freeze giving t...
05/21/2026

Giving should never be caught in political crosshairs.

The decision by large commercial DAF providers to freeze giving to the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) amid recent Capitol Hill hearings has sparked a critical national conversation.

At Seattle Foundation, we take this deeply seriously. When philanthropy is weaponized for political points, it threatens a donor’s ability to mobilize capital that nonprofit partners depend on every day.

Commercial financial institutions frequently hedge political risks to protect their bottom lines. That is what sets them apart from values-based community foundations. We stand firmly as trusted allies to donors, neighborhoods, and nonprofits. We do not retreat when conversations become difficult. We lean in.

Freezing resources based solely on an allegation:
• Imposes a severe penalty in advance of due process
• Weaponizes administrative procedures
• Sets a chilling precedent for civil society as a whole

Our values in practice demand that we prioritize community over politics and partnership over partisanship.

Philanthropy is at its best when it transcends partisan divides to build an equitable, resilient future for everyone.

Council on Foundations | Philanthropy Northwest | United Philanthropy Forum | Southern Poverty Law Center

Join us next week for a free webinar on the “Top Ten Charitable Trends Every Professional Advisor Should Know in 2026.”C...
05/21/2026

Join us next week for a free webinar on the “Top Ten Charitable Trends Every Professional Advisor Should Know in 2026.”

Charitable planning continues to evolve at a rapid pace. In this practical and engaging session, we’ll explore today’s most relevant giving vehicles and asset strategies, examine how shifting demographics are shaping planning approaches, and provide guidance on navigating the growing volume of charitable information with confidence.

Nationally recognized expert Bryan Clontz will share timely, actionable insights designed to help you better serve your clients, while earning 1.5 CE credits for CFP, CLE, or CPA designations.

Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_d66pgYmwQSeacjCCtuxg5g #/registration

Seattle Foundation is seeking a Senior Brand Manager to serve as the primary architect and steward of our brand, leading...
05/08/2026

Seattle Foundation is seeking a Senior Brand Manager to serve as the primary architect and steward of our brand, leading a comprehensive brand refresh during an exciting period of evolution.

This strategic leader will serve as both visionary and project owner, partnering across the organization to translate complex philanthropic work into compelling narratives that deepen donor trust and drive long-term community impact.

If you’re a high-impact, hands-on brand strategist ready to cultivate the systems and storytelling that bring joy, belonging, and shared prosperity to Greater Seattle, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply here: https://www.chaloner.com/open-roles?jobId=3590871

Advisors: looking for fresh, practical insight into charitable planning in 2026?On May 28, Seattle Foundation is hosting...
05/07/2026

Advisors: looking for fresh, practical insight into charitable planning in 2026?

On May 28, Seattle Foundation is hosting a free 1.5 CE-credit webinar (CFP, CLE, CPA) with Bryan Clontz, one of the nation’s leading experts on complex charitable gifts and planning strategies. Bryan will dig into:
- Current “hot” vehicles and assets in charitable planning
- How demographic shifts are reshaping client needs and expectations
- How advisors and charities are responding to the deluge of charitable planning information.

Add this event to your calendar and invite colleagues who support charitably minded clients.

Register and save your seat: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_d66pgYmwQSeacjCCtuxg5g

05/04/2026

Every thriving organization begins with people who see a need in their community and step forward to meet it.

Open Doors for Multicultural Families (ODMF) received one of its earliest grants from Seattle Foundation’s Neighbor to Neighbor program. In those early years, N2N also provided technical assistance to help the organization strengthen its foundation and expand its vision.

Founded in 2009 by Ginger Kwan and a group of parents, professionals, and community leaders, ODMF works at the intersection of disability support, cultural understanding, and community empowerment. Through its cultural brokerage model, ODMF connects multicultural families of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to critical services, advocacy, and community resources across King and Pierce Counties.

Over the years, Seattle Foundation has continued partnering with ODMF through additional grants, including support as part of a broader coalition of BIPOC-led organizations advocating for families and individuals with disabilities.

Today, ODMF remains a vital resource—providing culturally responsive services, supporting families across the lifespan, and empowering communities that are too often overlooked.

If you’re interested in learning more about how you can support organizations like ODMF or looking for options to help clients invest in meaningful local change, connect with one of our team to make a lasting difference in the communities and causes you care about.

Seattle Foundation is proud to present our first CE-credit event of 2026, featuring Bryan Clontz, a national expert on c...
04/30/2026

Seattle Foundation is proud to present our first CE-credit event of 2026, featuring Bryan Clontz, a national expert on charitable planning.

Join us on May 28 for a free 1.5-credit webinar (CFP, CLE, CPA) designed for professional advisors who help clients navigate charitable giving. Bryan will cover:
• What are the hot charitable vehicles and assets right now?
• How will demographic shifts change charitable planning?
• How well are advisors really doing in this space and what needs to improve?
• How charities and advisors are adapting to ubiquitous charitable planning information.

Reserve your spot today and bring timely, practical insights back to your clients.

Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_d66pgYmwQSeacjCCtuxg5g

04/29/2026

In the late 1980s, foundations across the country, including Seattle Foundation, were called to examine how philanthropy was reaching communities of color and low-income neighborhoods.

In response, Seattle Foundation partnered with the C.S. Mott Foundation to launch Neighbor to Neighbor: a grants program designed to invest directly in grassroots efforts led by those most impacted by inequities.

What began in a handful of Central and Southeast Seattle neighborhoods has grown into a decades-long model for community-centered philanthropy—one that continues to inform how Seattle Foundation advances equity and opportunity across our region today.

Learn more about the impact of Neighbor to Neighbor or support the program:
- Support: https://connect.clickandpledge.com/w/Form/a3786b7b-04ba-454d-ba12-b0d99453db9c
- Learn more: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBWliYXrvF-1mV7l_ulg4YdJp94iN1Xow
- Professional Advisors: If your clients are looking for meaningful ways to invest in local communities, our philanthropic advisors can help guide strategic giving.

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1601 5th Avenue, Ste 1900
Seattle, WA
98101

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+12066222294

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