Being Nimble and Collaborative in a Year of Uncertainty

Without question, it has been another challenging year. In 2021, the Paul G. Allen Family Foundation continued to respond to impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, while also managing its robust conservation and ocean health portfolio and supporting new arts and culture projects in the Pacific Northwest.

During the rollercoaster of the pandemic, we focused on the needs of our neighbors, particularly underserved communities in our region. This geographic focus enabled deeper and more impactful efforts. We also operated with increased flexibility as emergency situations demanded; given the rapidly evolving nature of the pandemic, we provided trusted partners who have strong roots in communities with greater freedom and flexibility, allowing them to respond to new challenges more quickly.

Similarly, we have seen the benefits of grants that support and place trust in Indigenous communities, who are the best stewards of our planet. We also reinforced the power of collaboration – for both funding and knowledge sharing. Tackling formidable challenges requires true partnership with like-minded organizations because working together we can move the impact needle further and faster than just working solo.

Building on past work, we remain inspired by our grantees and partners across the Pacific Northwest and around the globe and remain optimistic about the future. The report that follows highlights some of the progress we have seen this year and offers a preview of some of what is to come.

A Year Of Impact
Serving Our Regional Communities in Time of Need
As part of our commitment to the Pacific Northwest, the Paul G. Allen Family Foundation continued investing resources to help mitigate impacts of the pandemic as it evolved through 2021. 

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A Year Of Impact
Protecting our Regional Ecosystems
Biodiversity in and around the Pacific Northwest continues to be at risk due to human-related activities. The foundation supports solutions that balance human needs with a vibrant and healthy ecosystem. 

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A Year Of Impact
Applying Data, Science and Technology
Technology, science, and data continue to be central elements of the Paul G. Allen Family Foundation’s ocean health and conservation portfolios. This cohesive triad of disciplines is imperative to protect threatened ecosystems.

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A Year Of Impact
Partnerships With Purpose
In 2021, the Paul G. Allen Family Foundation continued working with global partners to fill funding gaps, increase our working knowledge of key issues, and shore up regional and global conservation efforts.

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A Year Of Impact
The Year Ahead
Several initiatives are at the starting gate in early 2022, promising impact as the foundation ramps up its support of regional arts and culture and continues its commitment to conservation projects.

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