M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust

In her November CEO update, Romanita H. reflects on her gratitude for the promise of future generations and those dedicated to serving the common good - something our team was reminded of at our recent Murdock College Science Research Conference. Read her full message at the link. ??https://bit.ly/4fUen3h

We are excited to share the winner of the Lynwood W. Swanson Promise for Scientific Research Award, Dr. Samuel Fey, Associate Professor of Biology, Reed College. Learn about his cutting-edge basic and applied exploration of the responses of populations and communities to #environmental change, as well as his inclusive mentorship and #teaching in the video below.

The Murdock Trust is #hiring a Cloud Applications Administrator to join our team as a senior-level individual contributor! As a member of the Internal Technology team, this role will provide ongoing support for our Cloud-based platforms and manage the evolution of our applications to meet business needs. Please consider applying or sharing with your network!?

We are thrilled to share the 2024 Lynwood W. Swanson Scientific Research Awardee, Dr. Andreas Madlung, Distinguished Professor of Biology, University of Puget Sound. Discover his outstanding commitment to the field of plant #biology and his exceptional ability to inspire #scientific curiosity in his students in the video below.

We're #hiring a Full-Time Investment Associate (1-5+ years of experience) to join our dynamic Investments Team! Responsibilities include research, reporting, and assisting in investment due diligence and analysis. If you are seeking a career as an #investment professional and would like exposure to a variety of investment managers and strategies that ultimately support nonprofits in the Pacific Northwest, please consider applying!

This November, we celebrate Native American Heritage Month. While honoring the Tribal nations and Indigenous communities of the Pacific Northwest should happen year-round, this month is an additional opportunity to acknowledge some of the incredible #nonprofits working to preserve Native history and advocate for equitable opportunities in education and leadership. Thank you to Northwest Native Chamber, International Traditional Games Society, Cook Inlet Tribal Council, Inc., Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture, Seldovia Village Tribe, and so many others doing this work! ??https://bit.ly/4fpsAFr

This past weekend, the Trust and our co-host, Whitman College, welcomed over 450 students and faculty from 31 Pacific Northwest institutions for the 33rd annual Murdock College Science Research (MCSR) Conference. The event was themed, 'Saving the Planet Through Scientific Research.’ We were inspired by the outstanding student research showcased in oral and poster presentations and energized by the collective passion for #science within the #PNW community. Discover more about the conference and award winners at the link! ?? https://bit.ly/3AGmoKf

What values unite us as individuals and community members? For Murdock Trust benefactor Jack Murdock, it was creating pathways to flourishing for all in this region. In keeping with Jack's intentions and giving, the Trust supports both secular and faith-based #nonprofits, acknowledging the incredible benefit and actual necessity of collaborating with both. Gain insight into CEO Romanita H.’s perspective on the role of faith-based organizations, what they can offer everyone regardless of religious views, and how it all ties to Jack’s values, giving, and spirituality. ??https://bit.ly/3NW5z11

The Trust is proud to witness the evolving philanthropic #leadership firsthand. A special thank you to The Chronicle of Philanthropy and Alex Daniels for recognizing Trust CEO Romanita H., alongside Kara Inae Carlisle of the The Ford Family Foundation and Toya Fick of the Meyer Memorial Trust.

In discussing civic duties and political engagement, we must not overlook celebration and hope. Sam Kang of the Civics Learning Project highlights insights from Todd Bloomquist of the The Ford Family Foundation, emphasizing our need to consciously incorporate joy into our conversations and actions. Celebratory moments Sam references include a diversification of the identities and communities represented in our elected officials in recent years. Clip from our recent webinar "Lifting the Fog: After Election Day," accessible on our website.