M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust
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Jack Murdock

Founder’s Day is a beloved tradition at the Murdock Trust that honors the life and legacy of our benefactor, Jack Murdock, and celebrates those who contribute to flourishing in the Pacific Northwest. This year, we are excited to welcome nonprofits, partners, and community members from across our region for a virtual gathering that will share insight into the work of our five sectors as well as the work of the Trust overall and how Jack’s legacy continues to inform and inspire our efforts to serve the common good. 

UPDATE 7/8/24: Thank you for engaging with us at this event! View all recordings below.  

The Work of the Murdock Trust: An Executive Reflection

Romanita Hairston, CEO; John Castles, Trustee; Jeff Grubb, Trustee; Jeff Pinneo, Trustee; Colby Reade, Vice President of Strategy & Communications 

Getting to Know the Arts, Culture, & Education Sector 

Lorin Schmit Dunlop, Senior Director of Arts, Culture, & Education; Colby Reade, Vice President of Strategy & Communications 

Getting to Know the Civic Engagement & Community Services Sector 

Rudy Carrasco, Senior Director of Civic Engagement & Community Services; Colby Reade, Vice President of Strategy & Communications 

Getting to Know the Health & Environmental Stewardship Sector 

Jill Lemke, Vice President of Grants Management & Training; Colby Reade, Vice President of Strategy & Communications 

Project Phoenix Fireside Chat 

Dr. Pauline Fong, Chief Program & Impact Officer; Jill Lemke, Vice President of Grants Management & Training; Danielle Neumann, Special Projects Support; Colby Reade, Vice President of Grants Management & Training 

Getting to Know the Nonprofit Leadership & Development Sector 

Dr. Kimberly Thornbury, Vice President of Nonprofit Leadership & Development; Colby Reade, Vice President of Strategy & Communications 

Getting to Know the Scientific Research Sector 

Dr. Moses Lee, Vice President of Scientific Research Grants & Programming; Colby Reade, Vice President of Strategy & Communications 

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