New Partner October Info Session
2025-10-14 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Curious about Social Venture Partners (SVP) Seattle and how you can get involved? Join us for our New Partner Information Session, an opportunity to learn how SVP reimagines philanthropy by centering community and racial equity.
During this session, you’ll:

Hear from Emiko Atherton, SVP Seattle’s Executive Director, about our mission and vision.

Learn about how SVP Partners give, learn, and act together to support community-led change.

Explore ways to engage — from collective giving to hands-on volunteering to learning opportunities.

Connect with others who want to make an impact in King County.

Whether you think of yourself as a philanthropist or simply someone who wants to contribute their time, talent, treasure, or ties, this is a space for you.
Join us — your journey in justice-focused philanthropy starts here.
Register at https://form.jotform.com/svpseattle/october-new-partner-info-session.

Reciprocity Ring
2025-10-30 17:30 - 19:00 | Byrd Barr Place, 722 18th Avenue, Seattle, WA, 98122, United States
The world feels heavy right now. But when we practice reciprocity—sharing our needs and resources—we realize just how rich we really are. SVP is hosting a series of Reciprocity Rings for the SVP community, facilitated by Dr. Julie Pham, where we’ll connect, practice vulnerability, and strengthen our community. People are invited to make Asks and Offers related to Time, Treasure, Talent, and Ties.
This is a safe place for you to make “asks” like: “I need a place for a solo writing retreat in the Seattle area for a few nights next summer,” “A referral for an experienced cat-sitter,” and “Feedback on my nonprofit’s strategic plan this winter.”
If you’re not sure of what you can offer, here are some examples: “Advice on accounting for non-profits,” “Tips on how to organize your Email inbox,” and “recommendations on traditional Korean restaurants in Seattle.”
What to Expect at Each Session

Networking and connection with the SVP community
A skill-building exercise
Writing and sharing your Asks & Offers

Session Dates (5:30–7 pm)

Oct. 30 (Thurs): How to recognize obstacles to asking for help
Feb. 10 (Tues): How to make a SMART ask
April 29 (Wed): How to say “no” with a counteroffer

Register for Session One

Each session is limited to 25 participants.
The Reciprocity Ring is an exercise developed by sociologist Dr. Wayne Baker and Cheryl Baker.

Purposeful Philanthropy Cohort
2025-11-03
At SVP Seattle, we know that philanthropy is more than writing a check — it’s about living our values, learning alongside others, and moving resources in ways that create lasting change.
That’s why we’re launching the Purposeful Philanthropy Cohort this fall: a space for Partners to deepen their giving practice while building community with one another.

Interest Form

In this small, four-session experience, you’ll have the chance to:

Reflect on your values and what drives your giving.
Learn directly from nonprofit leaders about the challenges organizations face today.
Explore how to align your philanthropy with equity and impact.
Create a purposeful giving plan to guide your next steps.
Make a giving commitment — individually, and together as a group.

Why Join?
This isn’t just another workshop. It’s a journey — one that blends personal reflection, peer learning, and nonprofit voices. You’ll leave with clarity, connection, and a plan you can put into action right away.
How It Works

Timeline: October–December 2025
Sessions: Four 90-minute gatherings (first in person, three virtual). We’ll schedule based on your availability.
Facilitation: Led by SVP’s Executive Director, with guest speakers from the community.
Giving: There’s no fee and no minimum gift. Together, the group will set a goal to move $10,000+ collectively, through individual and optional pooled giving.

Who It’s For
This cohort is for SVP Partners ready to focus on their “treasure” — the financial side of their philanthropy — and explore how to move resources with intention. Space is limited to just 6–8 participants to keep it meaningful and connected.
Ready to Join?
Complete this interest form by October 31st. We’ll follow up to confirm your spot.
Come curious. Come ready to connect. And come ready to shape a giving practice that reflects your values and helps fuel community-led change.

GrowFundMe
2025-11-03
Starting in late October
GrowFundMe is SVP Seattle’s new signature program bringing together small, BIPOC-led nonprofits and SVP Partners to learn, build relationships, and take action together. Partners commit their time, talent, treasure, and ties to mobilize resources, amplify nonprofit voices, and practice equity-centered philanthropy. The program runs October–June and culminates in a Showcase that raises catalytic support for all participating nonprofits.
Complete this form to let us know you’re interested. We’ll follow up to confirm your participation and with next steps.

Interest Form

EarthGen: Youth Climate Panel Webinar
2025-12-02 19:00 - 20:00
Perspectives on Supporting Climate Action and Wellbeing

Growing up in a changing climate is not easy, but Washington students are leading with courage, creativity, and action. Join four student leaders for a virtual Youth Climate Panel to hear about their experiences, emotional resilience, and student-led climate action.
This session will provide insights, strategies, and resources to support youth as they navigate climate challenges and grow as emerging leaders. The panel is designed for teachers, community members, leaders, and anyone who supports youth.

Register here — https://tinyurl.com/m82meh2d

Reimagining to Win: Unrig the Game with Vanessa Priya Daniel
2025-12-04 18:00 - 19:30 | Centilia Cultural Center, 1660 South Roberto Maestas Festival St, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
How do we resource and build movements that win?
Join Social Venture Partners Seattle for the first event in our 2025–2026 Momentum Speaker Series, featuring Vanessa Priya Daniel, author of Unrig the Game: What Women of Color Can Teach Everyone About Winning (Random House, 2025).
Through a keynote talk and conversation with SVP Seattle Executive Director Emiko Atherton, Vanessa will explore how funders, nonprofit leaders, and advocates can “unrig” philanthropy—by recognizing and valuing the leadership of women of color and investing in the grassroots infrastructure that uplifts our communities.
Date: Thursday, December 4, 2025Time: 6:00–7:30 PMLocation: The Centilia Center at El Centro de la RazaTickets: Sliding scale $5–$100
*SVP Seattle offers a sliding scale, as we believe cost shouldn’t be a barrier to participation. Tickets purchased at $25 and above include a copy of Unrig the Game.

Tickets

About Vanessa Priya Daniel and Unrig the Game:
Vanessa is an organizer and award-winning leader for racial and gender justice. The heart of her work is supporting social justice leaders and philanthropy to build the grassroots power it takes to win a multiracial, feminist democracy.
Unrig the Game: What Women of Color Can Teach Everyone About Winning (Random House, March 4, 2025) draws on interviews with 45 of the most powerful women of color movement leaders of our time, as well as Vanessa’s own experience as a leader, organizer, and funder. It offers effective women of color leaders and everyone who supports them a playbook for unrigging the game so we can all win.

New Partner Info Session
2025-12-09 12:00 - 13:00
Curious about Social Venture Partners (SVP) Seattle and what it means to be a Partner? Join our New Partner Information Session to learn how SVP reimagines philanthropy by centering community leadership and racial equity. Whether you’re new to philanthropy or looking for a deeper way to engage, this session will help you take the next step.
In this one-hour session, you’ll:

Hear from Executive Director Emiko Atherton about SVP’s mission and impact.
Learn how Partners give, learn, and act together to support community-led change.
Explore ways to get involved — from collective giving to volunteering to learning opportunities.
Meet others who want to make a meaningful impact in King County.

Register today — https://form.jotform.com/svpseattle/dec-new-partner-info-session

Welcome Session for New SVP Partners
2026-01-15 12:00 - 13:00
Date & Time:
January 15, 2026
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If you recently joined Social Venture Partners (SVP) Seattle, we can’t wait to meet you. Our virtual New Partner Welcome Session is your first step into our community — a chance to connect with other new Partners, learn what’s ahead, and start getting engaged with SVP’s programs and events.
What to expect:

Meet other newly joined Partners

Get an overview of upcoming events and learning opportunities

Learn how Partners give, learn, and act together at SVP Seattle

Get oriented to the many ways you can plug in

This virtual gathering is exclusively for new SVP Partners.
If you’d like to attend, please email Leticia Ocampo Villamar at leticiav@svpseattle.org for the registration link.
We’re excited to welcome you into the community and help you begin your journey with SVP Seattle!
