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It's time to put our hands in.
Each of us plays a role in strengthening southwest Washington. Through shared effort, civic action and long-term investment, we shape the community we want. So, let's lay the groundwork for what's next.
Featuring a Conversation with
Rukaiyah Adams
Chief Executive Officer of the 1803 Fund
and Honoring the Contributions of
SW WA LULAC
2026 Community Champion
Deborah D. & Paul B. Speer
2026 Philanthropists of the Year
Thanks to Our Sponsors
We're grateful to these generous sponsors for supporting our 2026 Annual Luncheon.
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Annual Philanthropy Awards
Philanthropist of the Year Award
The Philanthropist of the Year Award recognizes and celebrates individuals, couples, families or foundations that serve as exemplars of generosity in our community through outstanding charitable support, leadership and service.
2025
2023
2022
2021
2019
2018
2017
2016
2015
2013
2012
2011
2010
2009
2008
2007
2006
2005
2004
2004
2004
Community Champion Award
The Community Champion Award celebrates individuals or organizations that are deeply engaged in their communities and tackling the most pressing issues of our time.
2025
2023
2022
2021
2021
2019
2019
2015
2012
2012
Friend of the Foundation Award
The Friend of the Foundation Award recognizes individuals and organizations who have provided both professional and personal support to the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington and its mission.
2025
2023
2022
2019
2018
2017
2015
2013
2012
2011
2010
2009
2008
2007
2006
2005
2004
2003
2002
2001
2000
2000
2000
Catalyst Award for Philanthropic Innovation
The Catalyst Award for Philanthropic Innovation is reserved for southwest Washington’s most influential changemakers to recognize individuals who have achieved lasting community improvement through innovative philanthropic approaches. These visionaries combine extensive amounts of time, talent, treasure, ties and testimony to advance original approaches that have transformed southwest Washington organizations, places and communities.
2016
2011