M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust

A woman with short gray hair wearing a light gray shirt smiles for the camera. The Murdock Trust is excited to welcome Kiran Ahuja as the new CEO of Philanthropy Northwest. We look forward to partnering with Ms. Ahuja to continue to impact the region in meaningful ways. Philanthropy Northwest is network of philanthropic foundations across the Pacific Northwest and works to “promote, facilitate and drive collaborative action by community investors to build resilient, equitable and inclusive communities.”

“I’m excited to be joining Philanthropy Northwest, a strong and vibrant learning network committed to serving its members and supporting important causes in the region, including my deep commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion,” Ahuja said. “Philanthropy Northwest is also at an exciting period in its own trajectory, committed to innovation and expanding the role of philanthropy. I look forward to meeting our members and gaining a better understanding and appreciation of their ideas, perspectives and plans for the future.”

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