As we reflect on the past year, there’s an incredible amount to celebrate in our collective work. With over 100 dedicated volunteers active across our region, the pooling of $100,000 in grant funds, and an additional $175,000+ in leveraged funds distributed to local nonprofits, we’ve truly made a significant impact. Our monthly learning opportunities have engaged our full Partnership in addressing key policy issues that affect us all. This is just the beginning!
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Amplifying Impact
Our volunteers have been instrumental in enhancing the capacities of local nonprofits. Their expertise in various fields has directly contributed to the success of these organizations.
- Partners Maleah Jackson and Kelly Chang applied their extensive nonprofit experience to assist STEM Paths Innovation Network (SPIN) in fundraising, board recruitment, and strategic planning.
- Kelly Jones employed her data visualization skills to provide Look Listen + Learn with deeper insights into their viewership statistics.
- The team of Steve Hill, Alexa Carver, and Tali Rausch played a pivotal role in leadership and board development for Refugee Artisan Initiative.
Pooling our Giving
We’ve successfully pooled $100,000 to support our multi-year grantees, including United Indians of All Tribes, Washington Building Leaders for Change (WA-Bloc), Supporting Partnerships in Education and Beyond, SPIN, Look Listen + Learn, and Choose 180.
Special thanks go to Lead Partners Terri Cole and Sam McVeety for supporting our graduating grantees, United Indians and WA-Bloc. Their journey with us showcases the transformative power of SVP’s model of giving.
Leveraging Dollars
Our efforts have further directed an additional $175,000 of unrestricted funding to our grantees and nonprofit partners, including Dignity for Divas, Refugee Artisan Initiative, SPIN, and Renton Innovation Zone Partnership.
A highlight includes SVP Treasurer John Clements securing a $25,000 grant from the PWC Foundation for SPIN.
Deepening our Learning
This year, we launched an educational series on poverty and wealth inequality, attracting over 50 participants. This initiative is a step towards advocating for policies aimed at reducing wealth inequality.
Connecting as a Community
Strengthening our bonds, both within our organization and with the broader community remains a priority. Our Spring celebration at the Daybreak Star Cultural Center was a testament to this, marking a memorable occasion where many Partners and grantees connected for the first time.
In Gratitude
As we close another remarkable year at SVP, I want to express our heartfelt gratitude to each one of you for your unwavering support and commitment. Your dedication fuels our mission and inspires a brighter future for our community.