We are joining former grantee Children’s Alliance for their Advocacy Day in Olympia. Children’s Alliance advocates for policies to support Washington’s most underserved children. One of their legislative priorities is economic justice the same bill’s SVP is tracking. We see this Advocacy Day as the perfect opportunity to support the needs of our non-profit partners […]
Join People’s Economy Lab (PEL) and the Democracy Collaborative as they bring a diverse group of community leaders, public officials, activists, entrepreneurs and philanthropists together to explore the transformative power of Community Wealth Building (CWB). CWB is an economic development model that transforms local economies by giving communities direct ownership and control of productive assets like real estate, […]
We’re excited to announce a new networking space at SVP called Village SVP. Village SVP is a new monthly virtual community experience intended to deepen the connections between us. Expect to meet other participants one-on-one in randomly paired connections. You’ll also select a small break-out group to join and dive into meaningful conversations. It is […]
The 2024 Climate Justice Grantmaking Collaborative is an exciting initiative joint-led by Basilica Bio and Social Venture Partners Seattle (SVP) to equitably and collectively distribute a grant award of up to $75,000 over three years to a BIPOC-led and serving 501(c)3 or fiscally sponsored organization working towards climate justice in King County. SVP Partners […]
Village SVP is a new monthly virtual community experience intended to deepen the connections between us. Expect to meet other participants one-on-one in randomly paired connections. You’ll also select a small break-out group to join and dive into meaningful conversations. It is a great opportunity to connect with a community of diverse individuals representing change-makers […]
Join us for a unique opportunity to visit SVP Seattle's organizational partner, Dignity for Divas. During this event, we will tour the Dignity for Divas' space (including visit their new food pantry), and sit down for lunch and a discussion with their founder and Executive Dierctor, Nikki Gane-Butler. As we come together to learn more […]
Village SVP is a new monthly virtual community experience intended to deepen the connections between us. Expect to meet other participants one-on-one in randomly paired connections. You’ll also select a small break-out group to join and dive into meaningful conversations. It is a great opportunity to connect with a community of diverse individuals representing change-makers […]
Are you passionate about advancing racial equity in education and ready to deepen your commitment through philanthropy? Join us for an information session to learn more about SVP's Engage Cohort: Education Equity. SVP Executive Director Emiko Atherton and Engage Cohort co-facilitator Maile Hadley will share an overview of the program and answer your questions. Discover […]
Join former SVP grantee, Children's Alliance for a conversation with Senator Noel Frame (36th Legislative District) and Reid Saaris (founder of Equal Opportunity Schools). Together with Children's Alliance Executive Director, Dr. Stephan Blanford, they will discuss potential policies to get our kids the behavioral health support they need and sources of progressive revenue that could help fund these solutions. This […]
Activate your political power and join Children's Alliance at Have a Heart for Kids Day in Olympia! Together with child advocates from across Washington, you will learn about the political process, speak directly with your elected representatives, and raise your voices at a powerful rally on the Capitol steps. Children and families are welcome! Boxed […]
Power, Policy, and the People: Wealth Equity in ActionHosted by Social Venture Partners Seattle (SVP) and the Economic Opportunity Institute (EOI), this virtual lunchtime panel sparks timely dialogue at the intersection of racial justice, economic opportunity, and collective power.Our conversation brings together three leaders working at the forefront of community-driven change:Dawn Trudeau, one of SVP’s […]
Sensemaking & Strategies for Nonprofit Leaders to Uphold Equity Amid Urgent Threats — with Aparna Rae In an increasingly difficult socio-political climate, leaders across all sectors, especially those in leading nonprofits and philanthropic organizations, are facing difficult questions: How do we stay true to our values when free speech and civil liberties are under attack? […]
