WA Women’s Foundation

Let's Talk: Becoming a Member (OPEN TO ALL)
2025-03-20 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver)
Join us for Let’s Talk: Becoming a Member to learn more about what it means to be a Washington Women’s Foundation member. This 1-hour virtual session will include a brief look at our grantmaking and education programs, followed by a look at the member experience on Thursday, March 20th 2025.
If you’re already a member and have a friend or colleague that is interested in membership, invite them to join you for this virtual conversation! Join this session to share why you love Washington Women’s Foundation.
Click here to register for Let’s Talk: Becoming a Member!
Please email programs@wawomensfdn.org with any questions!

March Member Forum (MEMBERS ONLY)
2025-03-14 09:30 - 12:00 | Washington Women’s Foundation, 2100 24th Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
Join us the morning of Friday, March 14th as we collectively reflect on our Foundation! Together we will discuss the blossoming future of the WaWF and create space for exploring questions about the next thirty years of Washington Women’s Foundation. This will be a guided discussion, full of opportunities to provide your input, perspective, and experience as a valued Washington Women’s Foundation member!
This members-only event is in person at the 2100 building from 10:00AM to 12:00PM on Friday, March 14th. Join us at 9:30 for light pastries and coffee. We encourage you to reflect on your experience as a member before arriving.
Click here to register for the Member Forum!
Email programs@wawomensfdn.org with any questions. Can’t make this date? Other focus groups and conversations are in the works.

New Member Orientation (MEMBERS ONLY)
2025-03-06 11:00 - 12:00
Calling all new Washington Women’s Foundation (WaWF) members! Join staff and long-time members for a New Member Orientation. where we’ll build community so we can better amplify the power of women’s collective giving.
In this session, new members will learn about WaWF’s values and community norms, our approach to philanthropy, the equity lens we bring to our programming, how to get involved in different committees, ways to build community with other new members, and our staff who are here to support you in this work.
Click here to register for New Member Orientation!
This virtual, members only session is Thursday, March 6th on Zoom.
Please email programs@wawomensfdn.org with any questions.

How to Learn About and Connect with a Nonprofit (MEMBERS ONLY)
2025-03-04 12:00 - 14:00
The Collective Grants are the cornerstone of Washington Women’s Foundation (WaWF) work as a collective giving organization, and a great way to connect with other members and learn about what is happening in our community. Join us in learning on March 4th at 12PM, 2025 via Zoom.
Our focus will be to prepare for the Learning & Conversation Phase of the grant process. Learn about how nonprofits operate and where to learn more about their work. Prepare for conversations with grant applicants and learn how to build relationships with nonprofits.
All WaWF members are invited to join the Collective Grants Committee. If you haven’t yet, you can still sign up to participate in the Learning & Conversation Phase by emailing Aviva Stampfer, our Grants and Programs Director, with the work group you would like to join.
Click here to register for How to Learn About and Connect with a Nonprofit!
Attendance at this training is mandatory for all Collective Grants Committee members who are participating in the Learning & Conversation Phase. This event and the Collective Grants Committee are only open to WaWF members. This event will be recorded.

February Member Forum (MEMBERS ONLY)
2025-02-27 15:00 - 17:00 | Washington Women’s Foundation, 2100 24th Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
Join us the afternoon of Thursday, February 27th as we collectively reflect on our Foundation! Together we will discuss the blossoming future of the WaWF and create space for exploring questions about the next thirty years of Washington Women’s Foundation. This will be a guided discussion, full of opportunities to provide your input, perspective, and experience as a valued Washington Women’s Foundation member!
This members-only event is in person at the 2100 building from 3:00PM to 5:00PM on Thursday, February 27th. Light snacks and beverages will be provided. We encourage you to reflect on your experience as a member before arriving.
Click here to register for the Member Forum!
Email programs@wawomensfdn.org with any questions. Can’t make this date? Another Member Forum is being planned for the morning of Friday March 14th!

Tour in Place: The Fog Beyond the Mountains (MEMBERS + FRIENDS)
2025-02-20 14:00 - 17:00 | Washington Women’s Foundation, 2100 24th Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
The story of racial difference in the Northwest often overlooks communities, obscures narratives, and keeps heritage cloaked in fog. For this session, we unfold the story of race in the Pacific Northwest. From Mukilteo, Washington to Coos Bay, Oregon to Minidoka, Idaho, the Sankofa Impact team will guide us on a virtual tour of the often untold racial history in the Northwest.

Participants will engage in mindfulness, community building, self-reflection, courageous conversations, and “ride the bus” as we visit six locations that unfold narratives of race and identity around the Pacific Northwest. Join the WaWF community on Thursday, February 20th at the Washington Women’s Foundation in the afternoon, from 2 to 5PM! This is a rescheduled event from November 2024.
Click here to register for The Fog Beyond the Mountains!
This in-person event is open to WaWF members and their friends. Please email programs@wawomensfdn.org with any questions.

MET: Theo's Chocolate Tasting (MEMBERS + FRIENDS)
2025-02-08 11:00 - 12:00 | Theo’s Chocolate, 3400 Phinney Avenue North, Seattle, WA
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, join other WaWF members for a private chocolate tasting at Theo’s Chocolate at their Fremont location.
When: Saturday, February 8th, 2025 11am-Noon.
Where: Theo’s Chocolate 3400 Phinney Avenue North
Cost: $20 Maximum participants – 21
Lunch afterwards, information to come.
Did you know chocolate actually does grow on trees? You might be surprised how many steps and people it takes to go from a cocoa blossom to your favorite chocolate treat.
Join us for a deep dive into how chocolate is made – from the origins of chocolate to the journey each cocoa bean takes. And learn why Theo is committed to organic and fair trade – including the partnerships they’ve cultivated with the cocoa farmers they source from.
What chocolate journey would be complete without tasting? During our visit, we’ll indulge in a wide range of treats, from their nationwide bestsellers to locally hand-crafted confections. We’ll leave this 1-hour session with a wealth of knowledge and a satisfied sweet tooth!
Please click here to register for Tasting at Theo’s Chocolate!
• Please Note: This experience is an interactive presentation about how cocoa beans are grown and sourced and the chocolate-making process. It is NOT a factory tour!

Priority 101 Series: Youth Mental Health (OPEN TO ALL)
2025-02-06 12:30 - 14:00
We’re thrilled to invite you to our 2025 Priority 101 series. From our overarching themes of Healthcare, Education and Climate + Agricultural Justice; the WaWF membership has selected one priority within each theme: Youth Mental Health, Adult Education Opportunities, and Mitigating the Impact of Climate Change.
Join us on Thursday February 6th, 2025 via Zoom at 12:30PM for the first part of our deep dive on Youth Mental Health. Learn more about culturally relevant mental health and connection-building services for young people (ages 26 and younger), including organizations with counseling staff or working with a network of external providers. Panelists will discuss the many programs, providers and networks collaborating together to care for Washington’s youth!
Click here to register for Priority 101 Series: Youth Mental Health!
These events are free and open to the entire WaWF community, meaning they are open to all! We will record the panel discussions and share with those who register for viewing. For questions, please contact programs@wawomensfdn.org.

Priority 101 Series: Adult Educational Opportunities (OPEN TO ALL)
2025-01-30 12:30 - 14:00
We’re thrilled to announce our 2025 Priority 101 series. From our overarching themes of Healthcare, Education and Climate + Agricultural Justice; the WaWF membership has selected one priority within each theme: Youth Mental Health, Adult Education Opportunities, and Mitigating the Impact of Climate Change.
Join us on Thursday January 30th, 2025 via Zoom at 12:30PM for the first part of our deep dive on Adult Education Opportunities. Learn more about the intersection of non-traditional adult education programs and educational opportunities in support of such efforts for immigrants, refugees and others. Panelists will discuss state wide programs, active collaborations and how to address creative educational opportunities in the new year.
Join panelists Emily Ramirez of Global Neighborhood Thrift, Theresa Roosendaal of B5, and Mahnaz Eshetu of Refugee Women’s Alliance.
Click here to register for Priority 101: Adult Educational Opportunities.
These events are free and open to the entire WaWF community, meaning they are open to all! We will record the panel discussions and share with those who register for viewing. For questions, please contact programs@wawomensfdn.org.

Priority 101 Series: Mitigating the Impact of Climate Change (OPEN TO ALL)
2025-01-23 12:30 - 14:00
We’re thrilled to announce our 2025 Priority 101 series. From our overarching themes of Healthcare, Education and Climate + Agricultural Justice; the WaWF membership has selected one priority within each theme: Youth Mental Health, Adult Education Opportunities, and Mitigating the Impact of Climate Change.
Join us on Thursday January 23rd, 2025 via Zoom at 12:30PM for the first part of our deep dive on Mitigating the Impact of Climate Change. Learn more about the intersection of alleviating and reversing the effects of climate change on those communities most impacted by its effects in Washington State. Panelists will discuss climate solutions, partnerships and work that is being done across the state.
Join panelists Vanessa Kritzer of Washington Association of Land Trusts, Paulina Lopez of Duwamish River Community Coalition, Lylianna Allala of City of Seattle Climate, and Jamie Stroble of The Nature Conservancy.
Click here to register for Priority 101 Series: Mitigating the Impact of Climate Change.
These events are free and open to the entire WaWF community, meaning they are open to all! We will record the panel discussions and share with those who register for viewing. For questions, please contact programs@wawomensfdn.org.

MET: Women's Self Defense Workshop (MEMBERS + FRIENDS)
2025-01-18 14:00 - 16:00 | NAK2 Academy, 1680 NW Mall St., Issaquah, WA, 98027
The Membership Experience Team (MET) is excited to continue offering social and networking events in 2025. The goal of MET is to increase and maintain membership by engaging members in activities that are social, activities that explore and educate, and activities that highlight WaWF’s strategic plan and values. We hope that all members will feel a part of this committee, their work and share any ideas you have or can offer for activities to encourage participation.
The Membership Engagement Team invites you to join fellow Washington Women’s Foundation members for a Women’s Self Defense Workshop at NAK2 Academy in Issaquah. NAK2 Academy provides martial arts classes and trainings for kids, teens and adults throughout the region.
When: Saturday, January 18th 2025
Time: 2:00 to 4:00pm
Cost: $20 cash at the door!
Address: 1680 NW Mall St, Issaquah, Washington 98027
Build community and skills with fellow members and get to know more of the east side.
Click here to register for Women’s Self Defense Workshop!
Please email Nikki Lac Huang at nhuang@deniselouie.org with any questions.

Let's Talk: Becoming A Member (OPEN TO ALL)
2025-01-16 10:00 - 11:00
Join us for Let’s Talk: Becoming a Member to learn more about what it means to be a Washington Women’s Foundation member. This 1-hour virtual session will include a brief look at our grantmaking and education programs, followed by a look at the member experience on Thursday, January 16th at 10:00AM.
If you’re already a member and have a friend or colleague that is interested in membership, invite them to join you for this virtual conversation! Join this session to share why you love Washington Women’s Foundation.
Click here to register for Let’s Talk: Becoming a Member!
Please email programs@wawomensfdn.org with any questions!

2025 Collective Grants Committee Kickoff (MEMBERS ONLY)
2025-01-15 12:00 - 14:00
The Collective Grants are the cornerstone of Washington Women’s Foundation’s (WaWF) work as a collective giving organization, and a great way to connect with other members and learn about what’s happening in our community.
This is the first meeting of the 2025 Collective Grants Committee. To kickoff the 2025 grant cycle, we’ll begin by reviewing everything you need to know for the first phase of your work. We’ll cover the basics of reviewing letters of inquiry (LOIs), how to use our grant review software, explore applying the grant criteria, and break into our work groups: Adult Education Opportunities, Mitigating the Impact of Climate Change, and Youth Mental Health.
Click here to register for the 2025 Collective Grants Committee Kickoff!
Please email programs@wawomensfdn.org with any questions!

Grantee Engagement Team Kickoff (MEMBERS ONLY)
2025-01-08 10:00 - 11:30 | Washington Women’s Foundation, 2100 24th Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
Gather with the Grantee Engagement Team (GET) to learn about building trust-based relationships with Washington Women’s Foundation (WaWF) grantees. We’ll start with the orientation for the 2025 GET.
Together we’ll review our goals and check-in process. All members are welcome to join the GET. If you haven’t yet, you can still sign up by emailing Aviva Stampfer, Grants and Programs Director.
All WaWF members are invited to participate in this training, as we recognize the importance of trust-based relationships across all of our work. This event is in-person at the WaWF office on January 8th from 10:00 – 11:30AM.
Click here to register for the 2025 Grantee Engagement Team Kickoff!
Please direct questions to aviva@wawomensfdn.org!

New Member Orientation (MEMBERS ONLY)
2025-01-06 15:30 - 16:30
Calling all new Washington Women’s Foundation (WaWF) members! Join staff and long-time members for a New Member Orientation. where we’ll build community so we can better amplify the power of women’s collective giving.
In this session, new members will learn about WaWF’s values and community norms, our approach to philanthropy, the equity lens we bring to our programming, how to get involved in different committees, ways to build community with other new members, and our staff who are here to support you in this work.
Click here to register for New Member Orientation!
This virtual, members only session is Monday, January 6th on Zoom.
Please email programs@wawomensfdn.org with any questions.

Let's Talk: Becoming a Member (OPEN TO ALL)
2024-12-11 10:00 - 11:00
Join us for Let’s Talk: Becoming a Member to learn more about what it means to be a Washington Women’s Foundation member. This 1-hour virtual session will include a brief look at our grantmaking and education programs, followed by a look at the member experience on Wednesday, December 11th at 10:00am.
If you’re already a member and have a friend or colleague that is interested in membership, invite them to join you for this virtual conversation! Join this session to share why you love Washington Women’s Foundation.
Click here to register for Let’s Talk: Becoming a Member!
Please email programs@wawomensfdn.org with any questions!

2024 PopUP! for Women & Girls! (SOLD OUT)
2024-12-04 17:00 - 19:30 | National Nordic Museum, 2655 NW Market St,, Seattle, WA, 98107, United States
Join us for a fast-paced, fun-filled evening of collective giving where together we’ll learn about, pitch and select our 2024 Women & Girls Grantees! PopUP! is an interactive celebration of women, of girls, of organizations creating equitable opportunities for women and girls across Washington State, and of the power of collective philanthropy.
At WaWF, one of our cherished values is to elevate and amplify the power of all who identify as women. Supported by the WFA Fund for Women, we offer the Women & Girls Grant to organizations focused on women and girls within the year’s chosen priorities: Mental Health + Housing, Expanding Access to Art in Schools and Re-entry Support. The PopUP! is the culmination of the work of the Women & Girls Grant Committee.
Our working definition of gender identity is a person’s internal, deeply held sense of their gender. As such, we define women and girls as individuals whose gender identity is as a woman or girl. For the Women & Girls grant program, we intend to fund with an intersectional lens and aim to support organizations that foster more equitable opportunities for women and girls.
This event is in person at the National Nordic Museum at 2655 NW Market St in Seattle, WA from 5:00 to 7:30 PM on Wednesday, December 4th 2024. Everyone is welcome. Tickets are $50 each. Festive drinks and heavy appetizers are included with ticket purchase.
Parking is located first-come, first-serve in the National Nordic Museum’s lot (behind the museum) for $2 an hour – consider carpooling or taking public transportation! Please direct questions to programs@wawomensfdn.org.
Registration is closed for this event. Please email katherine@wawomensfdn.org to be added to the waitlist.
Thanks to our generous sponsors:

Let's Talk: WaWF Collective Grants (OPEN TO ALL)
2024-11-07 11:00 - 12:00
Join WaWF staff for an overview of our Collective Grant process. Katherine Bryant Ingman, Sr. Manager of Community + Culture will be joined by a member of the Grants Leadership Team and a grantee to share their perspectives. We will cover the grant criteria, how to apply, what to expect throughout the process, and answer any questions you might have!
This session is intended for nonprofit organizations or fiscally-sponsored organization interested in grants and funding opportunities at Washington Women’s Foundation for the 2025 cycle. This event will be recorded and shared with all registrants. Please email programs@wawomensfdn.org if you have any questions.
Click here to register for Let’s Talk: WaWF Collective Grants!

Get Involved: Committees + Leadership (MEMBERS ONLY)
2024-11-06 13:00 - 14:00
Join President & CEO Maria Kolby-Wolfe on Wednesday, November 6th to learn about how to get involved as a member at Washington Women’s Foundation (WaWF). Maria will dive into each of our member committees, how to join them, what committee leadership looks like, and how to take on a leadership role at WaWF.
This session is for WaWF members only. Contact Katherine Bryant Ingman, Sr. Manager of Community and Culture, if you’re a member and you’d like to volunteer at this session to support Maria. If you’re interested in becoming a member, check our events page for upcoming membership info sessions.
Click here to register for Get Involved! Committees and Leadership!

Let's Talk: Becoming A Member (OPEN TO ALL)
2024-11-04 15:30 - 16:30
Join us for Let’s Talk: Becoming a Member to learn more about what it means to be a Washington Women’s Foundation member. This 1-hour virtual session will include a brief look at our grantmaking and education programs, followed by a look at the member experience on Monday, November 4th at 3:30PM.
If you’re already a member and have a friend or colleague that is interested in membership, invite them to join you for this virtual conversation! Join this session to share why you love Washington Women’s Foundation.
Click here to register for Let’s Talk: Becoming A Member!
Please email programs@wawomensfdn.org with any questions!

Let's Talk: WaWF Collective Grants
2024-10-23 15:30 - 16:30
Join WaWF staff for an overview of our Collective Grant process. Staff will be joined by a member of the Grants Leadership Team and a grantee to share their perspectives. We will cover the grant criteria, how to apply, what to expect throughout the process, and answer any questions you might have!
This session is intended for nonprofit organizations or fiscally-sponsored organization interested in grants and funding opportunities at Washington Women’s Foundation for the 2025 cycle. This event will be recorded and shared with all registrants. Please email programs@wawomensfdn.org if you have any questions.
Click here to register for Let’s Talk: WaWF Collective Grants.

Securing a Multiracial Democracy: In Conversation with Steve Phillips (OPEN TO ALL)
2024-10-16 18:30 - 20:30 | Town Hall, 1119 8th Ave, Seattle, WA, United States
Join political leader, columnist and bestselling author Steve Phillips and local civic organizations for a discussion on race, elections, and how our modern day dilemmas are an extension of a fight that dates back to the Civil War.
In his new book, How We Win the Civil War, Phillips warns that the Confederates never really stopped fighting the Civil War, that conservatives are taking full advantage of this reality, and that those in denial imperil our democracy.
With his trademark blend of political analysis and historical argument, Phillips lays out razor-sharp prescriptions, from increasing voter participation and demolishing racist immigration policies to reviving the Great Society programs of the 1960s—all of them geared toward strengthening a new multiracial democracy and ridding our politics of white supremacy, once and for all.
The event will feature an interview with Phillips, audience Q&A, and opportunities to get engaged with local civic organizations, working to create a multiracial democracy that works for all of us.
This event is co-hosted by the Washington Women’s Foundation, Progress Alliance of Washington, and Social Venture Partners Seattle.
Click here to register for Securing a Multiracial Democracy!

Let's Talk: Becoming a Member (OPEN TO ALL)
2024-10-16 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for Let’s Talk: Becoming a Member to learn more about what it means to be a Washington Women’s Foundation member. This 1-hour virtual session will include a brief look at our grantmaking and education programs, followed by a look at the member experience.
If you’re already a member and have a friend or colleague that is interested in membership, invite them to join you for this virtual conversation! Join this session to share why you love Washington Women’s Foundation.
Click here to register for Let’s Talk: Becoming A Member!
Please email programs@wawomensfdn.org with any questions!

2024 Annual Meeting (MEMBERS ONLY)
2024-10-15 12:00 - 13:30
Join us for the WaWF Annual Meeting on Tuesday, October 15th 2024. We’ll meet from 12:00PM to 1:30PM and reflect together on this past year of transformation and learning, discuss the possibilities and challenges coming our way, vote on our new board members, and find out what our funding priorities will be for the 2025 Collective Grants!
The Annual Meeting is a members only virtual event. It will be held via zoom, recorded and the recording will be shared with all members.
If you would like to attend in person at our offices, please contact us directly so that we can make arrangements for you. Please note that your experience in the office will still involve participating via Zoom, as we do not have robust hybrid capabilities onsite. Please email programs@wawomensfdn.org with any questions.
Click here to register for the 2024 Annual Meeting!

MET: Burke Museum Tour (MEMBERS + FRIENDS)
2024-10-10 10:00 - 11:30 | Burke Museum, 4303 Memorial Way NE, Seattle, United States
The Membership Experience Team (MET) will be inviting you to some special social and educational events this fall. It will be a chance to finally have time to catch up with old friends and meet new ones in person! The goal of MET is to increase and maintain membership by engaging members in activities that are social, activities that explore and educate, and activities that highlight WaWF’s strategic plan and values. We hope that all members will feel a part of this committee, their work and share any ideas you have or can offer for activities to encourage participation.

The Membership Engagement Team invites you to join fellow Washington Women’s Foundation members for a personal tour of the Burke Museum. The Burke Museum is located on the University of Washington campus in Seattle with a focus on dinosaurs, fossils, Northwest Native art, plant and animal collections, and cultural pieces from across the globe

When: Thursday, October 10, 2024
Time: 10:00am to 11am
Cost: With the group rate, $18.70. Pay at the Museum!

After the tour you are welcome to enjoy the museum’s cafe, Off The Rez, with fellow members for coffee or lunch. The cafe specializes in Native Indigenous foods made by scratch.
Click here to register for the MET: Burke Tour!
Please email programs@wawomensfdn.org with any questions.

New Member Orientation (MEMBERS ONLY)
2024-10-09 12:00 - 13:00
Calling all new Washington Women’s Foundation (WaWF) members! Join staff and long-time members for a New Member Orientation. where we’ll build community so we can better amplify the power of women’s collective giving.
In this session, new members will learn about WaWF’s values and community norms, our approach to philanthropy, the equity lens we bring to our programming, how to get involved in different committees, ways to build community with other new members, and our staff who are here to support you in this work.
Click here to register for the October 9th New Member Orientation!
This virtual, members only session is Wednesday, October 9th, on Zoom.
Please email programs@wawomensfdn.org with any questions.

Gender Justice Training (MEMBERS ONLY)
2024-10-08 13:00 - 16:00 | Washington Women’s Foundation, 2100 24th Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
Join us Tuesday, October 8th, 2024, at the Washington Women’s Foundation for a Gender Justice training with the Epiphanies of Equity team! By deepening our understanding of contemporary gender dynamics, we aim to enhance the quality of our grant decisions, nonprofit partnerships and relationships, and help cultivate a more welcoming world. From book bans to the #metoo movement, to the fall of Roe v. Wade, to legislation in many states targeting queer and trans folks – gender injustice is all around us, demanding our attention, understanding, and action. This training will cover core concepts, key terms and empower folks to think broadly and critically about the world of gender. These activities may explore topics such as gender identity versus expression and the role of intersectionality.
EOE uses a framework known as the psychosocial basis of equity work, which delves into the interplay between our internal processes and external interactions. This framework examines how our subconscious thoughts and behaviors, often operating on autopilot, influence our engagement with others and ultimately shape the outcomes of equity efforts. EOE’s approach is rooted in organizational development, social equity, and change management, recognizing humans as the dynamic “chaos variable” in equity work. Rather than sidelining individual subjectivity, EOE emphasizes its central role in shaping perceptions and behaviors, including understanding gender dynamics and evolving terminology around gender.
Click here to register for the Gender Justice training!
This is an in-person training on Tuesday, October 8th at the Washington Women’s Foundation. We will have virtual access and we encourage you to participate in person if able. There will be a pre-event survey to understand the landscape of gender justice and how we interact with gender throughout the world.
Please direct questions to programs@wawomensfdn.org.

Get Involved! Committees and Leadership (MEMBERS ONLY)
2024-09-25 15:00 - 16:00
Join President & CEO Maria Kolby-Wolfe on Wednesday, September 25th to learn about how to get involved as a member at Washington Women’s Foundation (WaWF). Maria will dive into each of our member committees, how to join them, what committee leadership looks like, and how to take on a leadership role at WaWF.
This session is for WaWF members only. Contact Katherine Bryant Ingman, Sr. Manager of Community and Culture, if you’re a member and you’d like to volunteer at this session to support Maria. If you’re interested in becoming a member, check our events page for upcoming membership info sessions.
Click here to register for Get Involved! Committees and Leadership!

Convening 2024 (OPEN TO ALL)
2024-09-19 09:00 - 16:00 | Columbia Tower Club, 701 5th Ave, 75th floor, Seattle, WA
Join us for the Washington Women’s Foundation (WaWF) third annual Convening on Thursday, September 19th, 2024! The Convening is a call to action that every year brings together speakers, writers, thinkers, community leaders and essential nonprofit directors to educate the WaWF community on the most pressing concerns within our annual funding and learning themes.
Our themes for Convening 2024 are Education, Healthcare, and Climate and Agricultural Justice. Convening 2024 will kick off our 2025 Grantmaking cycle by featuring a variety of speakers who are reflective of and embedded in the communities they serve. Together, we will learn from these experts, changemakers, and community organizers driving equitable, transformative solutions to Washington’s most pressing challenges.
Convening 2024 will be held in person at the Columbia Tower Club, with a virtual recording, from approximately 9:00 am to 4:00 pm with lunch included and a reception afterwards. The Convening will include three seventy-minute panels with time for discussion during the day. The event is open to the full WaWF membership and community members!
Click here to register for Convening 2024!
Convening is free and open to all. We encourage you to think about choosing a ticket price for food and beverages that aligns with your ability to give. If you’re able to contribute more and pay for another’s lunch, we appreciate your ability to care for your neighbor in this way.
Thank you to our generous event sponsors:

MET: Who's Watching You Tour (MEMBERS + FRIENDS)
2024-09-13 10:00 - 12:00
Who’s Watching You? – Do you ever have the feeling that you are being watched when you walk in downtown Seattle? You are probably right. Hundreds of eyes peer out from buildings in the city observing your every step. Neither human nor electronic, these ever-present watchers belong to dozens of carved and molded animals gazing out from Seattle buildings. Based on David B Williams book, Seattle Walks, this 1.7 mile walk through Seattle’s central business district will reveal a menagerie of beasts fabled, fantastic, and fierce, including lions, eagles, ducks, and walruses.
This tour is happening Friday, September 13th at 10:00AM in the morning. Please bring $20 to contribute to the tour cost. If you have binoculars, bring them to see the sights more clearly. There will be an optional lunch after the tour at the Pink Door. We will meet at the SE corner of Western Avenue and Blanchard St and the ending point will be Cherry Street and Fourth Avenue.
Bio: David B. Williams is an author, naturalist, and tour guide whose award-winning book, Homewaters: A Human and Natural History of Puget Sound is a deep exploration of the stories of this beautiful waterway. He is also the author of the award-winning book Too High and Too Steep: Reshaping Seattle’s Topography, as well as Seattle Walks: Discovering History and Nature in the City. Williams is a Curatorial Associate at the Burke Museum and writes a free weekly newsletter, the Street Smart Naturalist.
Click here to register for Who’s Watching You Tour
Please direct questions to programs@wawomensfdn.org. This event is open to both members and friends.
