Philanthropy Northwest
- Assets
- $5.1m
- Revenue
- $4.2m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 23
- Location
- Seattle, WA
- Founding
- 02/1982
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 91-1110995
Organization Overview
Philanthropy Northwest is located in Seattle, WA. The organization was established in 1982. According to its NTEE Classification (T99) the organization is classified as: Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Philanthropy Northwest employed 23 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Philanthropy Northwest is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2023, Philanthropy Northwest generated $4.2m in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 9 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (7.4%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $5.7m during the year ending 12/2023. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2016, Philanthropy Northwest has awarded 581 individual grants totaling $40,922,358. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
PHILANTHROPY NORTHWEST SUPPORTS PHILANTHROPIC ORGANIZATIONS TO STRENGTHEN COMMUNITIES IN OUR REGION.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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THE GIVING PRACTICE (TGP) PROVIDES CUSTOMIZED PHILANTHROPIC CONSULTING TO PHILANTHROPIC ORGANIZATIONS AND COLLABORATIONS IN THE NORTHWEST AND NATIONALLY. TGP PROVIDES HIGH QUALITY CONSULTING SERVICES TO GROW PHILANTHROPY'S CAPCITY TO DO TRANSFORMATIVE WORK TOWARD REDISTRIBUTING RESOURCES AND POWER TO UNDERINVESTED COMMUNITIES IN THE NORTHWEST AND BEYOND. TGP ENGAGEMENTS CROSS A WIDE SPECTRUM: COACHING & ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT COLLABORATIVE PROJECTS EVALUATION MEETING DESIGN AND FACILITATION MISSION INVESTING AND STRATEGIC PLANNING. AS WE IMPLEMENT OUR CONSULTING SERVICES WE SEEK TO CENTER OUR VALUES OF: EQUITY, RACIAL JUSTICE, PLACE, INTEGRITY, COURAGE, AND JOY.
PHILANTHROPY NORTHWEST SERVES AS A CONVENER, TRAINER, RESOURCECENTER, SERVICE PROVIDER, AND ADVOCATE FOR PHILANTHROPIC ISSUES OFINTEREST TO ITS MEMBERS. PROGRAMS INCLUDE COHORT-SUPPORTED PEERLEARNING, VARIOUS ISSUE-SPECIFIC FUNDER TABLES, A CAPACITY BUILDINGLEARNING COMMUNITY, AND A BIENNIAL CONFERENCE.
PHILANTHROPY NORTHWEST'S AD HOC SPECIAL INITIATIVES DURING THE YEAR INCLUDED THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS: BUILDING COMMUNITY PHILANTHROPY, MOMENTUM FELLOWS AND NORTHWEST REPARATIONS. IT ALSO PROVIDED FISCAL SPONSORSHIP SERVICES TO THE WASHINGTON OUTDOORS DISCOVERY.
MEMBER DUES SUPPORT PROGRAMS AND SERVICES FOR MEMBERS AND THE BROADER PHILANTHROPIC AND NONPROFIT SECTORS. MEMBERS INCLUDE PRIVATE, FAMILY, COMMUNITY AND PUBLIC FOUNDATIONS, QUASI-GOVERNMENT ORGANIZATIONS, AND CORPORATE GIVING PROGRAMS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Nichole June Maher Chair | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Lilliane Ballesteros Vice Chair Of Operations | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Brenda Solorzano Vice Chair Of Programs | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Alex Mckay Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Diana Burkett-Rakow Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Aden Bliss Member | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Lisa Fisher Philanthropic Consulting | 12/30/23 | $289,828 |
Mark Sedway Philanthropic Consulting | 12/30/23 | $285,939 |
Cfo Selections Accounting Consulting | 12/30/23 | $179,025 |
Dawn Chirwa Philanthropic Consulting | 12/30/23 | $109,406 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $832,560 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $518,864 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,471,188 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,822,612 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $1,326,510 |
| Investment income | $81,154 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $4,230,276 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $368,334 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $326,901 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $147,106 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,091,026 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $133,000 |
| Other employee benefits | $124,933 |
| Payroll taxes | $168,953 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $11,906 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $39,073 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $1,868,096 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $11,719 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $145,271 |
| Travel | $93,758 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $92,576 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $37,642 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $85,488 |
| Total functional expenses | $5,694,059 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $122,522 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $2,899,896 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $1,574,687 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $194,665 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $33,236 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $60,238 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $212,864 |
| Total assets | $5,098,108 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $279,492 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $40,320 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $225,918 |
| Total liabilities | $545,730 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,008,271 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $2,544,107 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $5,098,108 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Philanthropy Northwest has awarded $368,334 in support to 22 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
CENTER FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH JUSTICE PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT LEARNING GOALS WITH A FOCUS ON DIVERSITY, RACIAL EQUITY AND INCLUSION. | $8,334 |
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SNOHOMISH COUNTY PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT LEARNING GOALS WITH A FOCUS ON DIVERSITY, RACIAL EQUITY AND INCLUSION. | $15,000 |
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTH PUGET SOUND PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT LEARNING GOALS WITH A FOCUS ON DIVERSITY, RACIAL EQUITY AND INCLUSION. | $15,000 |
GREATER TACOMA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT LEARNING GOALS WITH A FOCUS ON DIVERSITY, RACIAL EQUITY AND INCLUSION. | $15,000 |
KITSAP COMMUNITY FOUNDATION PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT LEARNING GOALS WITH A FOCUS ON DIVERSITY, RACIAL EQUITY AND INCLUSION. | $15,000 |
POTLATCH FOUNDATION PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT LEARNING GOALS WITH A FOCUS ON DIVERSITY, RACIAL EQUITY AND INCLUSION. | $30,000 |