The Pacific NW Global Donors Conference is designed expressly for Northwest grantmakers and philanthropists active and/or curious about global philanthropy.
This is a conference specifically for grantmakers and philanthropists. Who should attend?
- An individual philanthropist with a history in international giving, or interest in learning;
- Foundation trustees or individuals who work with on a public, private, or community foundation that gives internationally or is interested in giving internationally; and/or
- A corporate grantmaker with responsibilities in international giving.
The conference:
- Provides insights and education on many of today’s most significant global issues- including agriculture, climate justice, human rights, technology and more…
- Explores best practices in international grantmaking and increase your confidence as a grantmaker
- Connects you with the growing community of global philanthropists in the Pacific Northwest
Keynote speakers for past conferences have included:
- Kavita Ramdas, Global Fund for Women (2010)
- Bill Gates, Sr., Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (2010)
- Greg Carr, The Carr Foundation (2011)
- Margaret Larson, host of New Day Northwest, KING 5 Television (2011)
Conference participants have provided resoundingly positive feedback about the 2010 and 2011 conferences. Here’s what they had to say:
“Great workshops that allow for reflection and depth.”
“The conference focuses on local solutions to global problems.”
“The format and activities were very conducive to networking and meeting others – I feel like I met the majority of participants.“
“The feeling that the PNW is poised, uniquely and significantly to extend ourselves as global citizens through our donor activities in a historic moment of philanthropy.”
“The conference was very well planned to meet the interests of a diverse group of global donors and potential donors.”
“Excellent level of strategic dialogue amongst peer philanthropists.”
