Why the Roundhouse Foundation Is Taking to the Airwaves to Tell the Story of Rural Philanthropy

Why the Roundhouse Foundation Is Taking to the Airwaves to Tell the Story of Rural Philanthropy

Founded by the family behind Columbia Sportswear, this Oregon-based funder launched a podcast as a way to tackle a stubborn challenge: philanthropic underfunding of rural communities.

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These Five Funders Are Supporting Rural Communities in the Pacific West

These Five Funders Are Supporting Rural Communities in the Pacific West

As part of our continuing coverage of philanthropic funders backing rural America, here are five grantmakers to note in the Pacific West — Washington, Oregon, California, Hawaii and Alaska.

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How the Family Behind a Sportswear Behemoth Is Expanding Its Philanthropy for Rural Communities

How the Family Behind a Sportswear Behemoth Is Expanding Its Philanthropy for Rural Communities

The Roundhouse Foundation, based in the small town of Sisters, Oregon, was founded with support from outdoor gear giant Columbia Sportswear. The foundation is expanding rapidly, serving rural communities across the state.

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