PHILANTHROPY NORTHWEST
PHILANTHROPY NORTHWEST
PHILANTHROPY NORTHWEST
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Philanthropy Northwest is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering relationships within the nonprofit sector. With a total of $360K in grants paid to 386 grantees in 2024, it operates on an invitation-only basis and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
PHILANTHROPY NORTHWEST SUPPORTS PHILANTHROPIC ORGANIZATIONS TO STRENGTHEN COMMUNITIES IN OUR REGION.
Cause Areas
2
Philanthropy
Health
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

NORTHWEST HARVEST EMM
$6.9M
17%

FOOD LIFELINE
$6.7M
17%

SECOND HARVEST INLAND NORTHWEST
$2.8M
7%
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Total No. of Grants
21
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$67K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to PHILANTHROPY NORTHWEST?
No. PHILANTHROPY NORTHWEST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does PHILANTHROPY NORTHWEST give?
PHILANTHROPY NORTHWEST primarily gives to organizations located in Washington, Oregon, and California. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are PHILANTHROPY NORTHWEST’s grants?
The largest share of grants from PHILANTHROPY NORTHWEST fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does PHILANTHROPY NORTHWEST make each year?
In 2024, PHILANTHROPY NORTHWEST awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $360 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did PHILANTHROPY NORTHWEST fund recently?
In 2024, PHILANTHROPY NORTHWEST awarded grants to about 390 grantees. Recent grantees include NORTHWEST HARVEST EMM, FOOD LIFELINE, and SECOND HARVEST INLAND NORTHWEST. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to PHILANTHROPY NORTHWEST?
PHILANTHROPY NORTHWEST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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