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Senior Philanthropy Director - Seattle
Sustainable Northwest is seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial Senior Philanthropy Director based in the Seattle metro area. This is a high-impact role for a seasoned fundraising professional who thrives on building relationships, crafting compelling cases for support, and closing unrestricted gifts. This position is the primary driver of philanthropic revenue for Sustainable Northwest and will help to shape organization-wide fundraising strategy. The position will also serve as a lead for philanthropic engagement in the Puget Sound region and across Washington state.
REQUESTS FOR PROPOSALS
Tribal Wood Business Development, Finance, and Investment
Contract position
Sustainable Northwest, in partnership with the Intertribal Timber Council, is seeking proposals from a qualified and experienced contractor to lead business development, finance, and investment efforts that will advance markets for Tribal wood products. The contractor will support a five-year, Tribal-led forestry initiative that builds wood-products economies with three pilot Tribal communities. The work is nationwide, but the ideal contractor will be based in Portland Metro Area; we will also consider remote candidates in Oregon or Washington.
Open until filled. Anticipated start date Sept 2026.
Pacific Northwest Tribal Wood Markets Development
Contract position
Sustainable Northwest is seeking a qualified and experienced Tribal Wood Markets Development Contractor to lead and expand our Tribal Wood Markets program in the Pacific Northwest. This contractor will educate builders about Tribal wood, encourage builders to utilize Tribal wood, increase the value Tribes gain for their wood products, and create a directory of Tribal wood sources for builders — among other tasks. The role builds on successful pilots and market studies that increase visibility and value for Northwest Tribes and wood producers. The position is backed by secured funding, has clear program milestones, and works closely with the Wood Markets Director, the Tribal Partnership & Resource Stewardship Manager, and a five-person program team. Position based in Portland, OR but we will consider remote applicants in Oregon and Washington.
Priority given to proposals received by Sept 13, 2026. Deadline to submit: Oct 1.
Finish Artist — Yakama Nation Seal Application on Council Chamber Table
Contract position
Sustainable Northwest is commissioning a large, council table for the Yakama Nation council chamber. The table's form is modeled on the original council room table. We are seeking a qualified artist to design and apply the Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation seal to the finished wood tabletop as the table's centerpiece feature.
Proposals due Sept 30, 2026
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