The AGC Education Foundation Is Exclusively Focused on Washington’s Construction Industry

The AGC Education Foundation Is Exclusively Focused on Washington’s Construction Industry

The AGC Education Foundation, which has been operating since 1980 and prioritizes construction-related funding in Washington, aims to support the next generation of construction industry professionals.

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Six Questions for Alesha Washington, Seattle Foundation’s New President and CEO

Six Questions for Alesha Washington, Seattle Foundation’s New President and CEO

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.

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The ArtsFund in Seattle: How Does It Make Grants? And Who Gets Support?

The ArtsFund in Seattle: How Does It Make Grants? And Who Gets Support?

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.

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Who Runs the Aven Foundation and How it Gives in the Pacific Northwest

Who Runs the Aven Foundation and How it Gives in the Pacific Northwest

Tech leaders John Stanton and Theresa Gillespie created the Aven Foundation to channel their philanthropic pursuits. Here are details about the Aven Foundation’s interests in youth sports and other Washington State causes.

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How the Aldarra Foundation Builds from Boeing’s Success to Support Seattle Nonprofits

How the Aldarra Foundation Builds from Boeing’s Success to Support Seattle Nonprofits

June Boeing, the wife of the late Bill Boeing Jr., runs this foundation, which has been on the local funding scene since 2002. We take a look at where grants have been flowing lately before the foundation closes its doors in 2025.

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3 Ways the Schultz Family Foundation is Betting on Young People During Uncertain Times

3 Ways the Schultz Family Foundation is Betting on Young People During Uncertain Times

Building back better means providing economic opportunity for youth, but it also means engaging them in serving their communities. Here’s how the former Starbucks CEO’s family foundation is trying to do both.

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Three Things to Know About Washington’s William and Pamela Ayer Foundation

Three Things to Know About Washington’s William and Pamela Ayer Foundation

Here are the top three things Washington grantseekers should know about the William and Pamela Ayer Foundation, a low-key funder with ties to the local aviation industry.

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A Closer Look at the Partners Working Together for a Fair 2020 Census in Seattle

A Closer Look at the Partners Working Together for a Fair 2020 Census in Seattle

Seattle groups are banding together in unprecedented ways to ensure that every person counts in the 2020 census. Here are the major players who are making—and receiving—2020 census grants in Washington.

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Behnke: A Family Foundation Evolves to Focus on Supporting Local Artists

Behnke: A Family Foundation Evolves to Focus on Supporting Local Artists

With deep ties to the Seattle area, the Behnke Foundation and the family behind it have evolved their grantmaking over more than half a century. Director Michelle McBride talks with us about the foundation’s evolution and its annual unrestricted artist award.

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A Travel Show Host Who Also Gives Locally in the Northwest

A Travel Show Host Who Also Gives Locally in the Northwest

If you’ve ever planned a trip to Europe, then you’re probably already familiar with travel expert Rick Steves. But we’ve noticed Steves dabbling quite a bit in the world of philanthropy, lately, too. 

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