Who We Are

Seattle Foundation is an agent of change, igniting powerful, rewarding philanthropy to make Greater Seattle a stronger, more vibrant community for all.

At Seattle Foundation, we believe that community is more than a place. It’s the shared understanding that our joy and well-being are tied to one another. Every day we work with nonprofits, philanthropists, and partners like you to strengthen community by igniting powerful philanthropy and advancing long-term solutions. Because it takes all of us to create a joyful region where every person can thrive.

Learn more about our Blueprint for Impact and read our most recent Annual Report to learn about the power of community, the importance of systems change and collective action, and meaningful giving that leads to greater impact.

Financials

Philanthropists entrust Seattle Foundation to steward funds for the benefit of the community. We manage over $1 billion in net assets. Read more about our approach to managing investments.

How We Work

The Blueprint for Impact is Seattle Foundation’s guiding framework that charts a pathway for advancing racial and economic equity.

Get Involved

Tell us about yourself and how you’d like to invest in your community. Our advisors can help guide your interests toward a giving strategy that meets both your financial and philanthropic goals.

Award Winning Impact

Evergreen Impact Housing Fund earns 2024 Secretary’s Award for Public-Philanthropic Partnerships

Seattle Foundation and the Washington State Housing Finance Commission celebrate the Evergreen Impact Housing Fund for earning the 2024 Secretary’s Award for Public-Philanthropic Partnerships, recognizing its role in creating 1,200 affordable apartments in King County.

Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary’s Award for Public Philanthropic Partnership

This award recognizes the neighborhood partnerships initiative Communities of Opportunity – an effort launched by Seattle Foundation and King County to address inequities in health, social, racial, and economic outcomes.

International Rescue Committee Inaugural Philanthropy Award

Seattle Foundation was given the inaugural Philanthropy Award in honor of their efforts to spearhead fundraising for critical needs in Seattle. Through initiatives like “GiveBIG” Seattle Foundation acts as a catalyst driving donor funding and awareness for programs serving refugee and immigrant communities.

Local Focus, National Reach, Global Awareness

Community means more than a neighborhood. Our philanthropists are committed to local, national, and global causes. We facilitate global giving through our partner, Seattle International Foundation. Access our network of more than 700 community foundations to support giving outside Greater Seattle.