EVERYWHERE IN WASHINGTON, COMMUNITIES ARE BUILDING POWER FOR RACIAL JUSTICE AND EQUITY.
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New reports show racially reflective leadership is not only critical, but possible in Washington
Two complementary reports show Washington has a bright future when it comes to reflective leadership.
‘There is a void that needs to be filled with a political vision’: NW Washington leaders gather in Ferndale to shape the future
Shaping the Future: Northwest Washington was the latest in a series of events to bring people together working across issues toward equity and racial justice in Washington.
Introducing Power Builders (Constructores Del Poder)
Power is the strength to turn vision into reality. At Inatai, we believe the most important kind of power is community power: the ability for people to achieve a collective purpose and realize a shared vision for more equitable, racially just future. Introducing Power Builders, a series featuring leaders from all over Washington state whose organizations and communities are planting the seeds for long-term, transformative change.
Our Reach in 2023
Since 2019, we have built relationships in every county of Washington and granted more than $264 million to organizations and leaders rooted in their communities driving racial justice and equity forward. Read the latest in our 2023 Annual Report.
million in funding
%
Of organizations are Led by People of COlor
%
as unrestricted grant awards
(out of 39) Washington counties where grantees are based
Building Community Power
Power is the strength to turn vision into reality. When communities have power, they can transform society. Inatai Foundation funds, invests, convenes, and advocates so community organizations and leaders have what they want and need to build and sustain their own power.


Sharing what we’ve learned
The organizations and leaders we serve inform how we work and our strategies moving forward. We are committed to sharing knowledge from our successes and setbacks. Read more in our reports and resources.