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We are a vibrant network of funders committed to a thriving Southwestern U.S. through the power of philanthropy.

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Why Join Philanthropy Southwest?

PSW membership is about valuable connections and leading-edge learning that result in stronger philanthropy, both within your foundation and across our region. The challenges that people and communities in our region face are many and unique, and at PSW we believe that philanthropy, when done well, can be a huge part of the solution. That’s why we bring together many of the most talented, passionate, and diverse philanthropic leaders in the region, to learn from each other and help each other grow. 

Why Join PSW? Our Members Say: 

  • Relationships – they credit PSW for creating the most critical professional and diverse relationships they’ve made in their careers
  • Professional Learning – they see us as the first stop for the professional development that their teams and boards need most
  • Focus on the Southwest – they highly value our members’ unique perspective on and our proactive approach to addressing our region’s complex and difficult issues
  • Advocacy – they are grateful to know that PSW is advancing the cause of philanthropy, with one strong voice, at all levels
  • Innovation – while they know we value and promote best practices in philanthropy, they also count on us to stay on the leading edge in understanding, promoting, and helping to shape what’s next
  • Diversity – they understand and embrace our belief that our diversity makes us stronger, and they value our commitment to honoring and including varied backgrounds, races, cultures, thought, values, and geographies

Who We Serve

What We Offer

  • Curated Programming
  • Leadership Development Opportunities 
  • Tailed Resources and Research 
  • Impactful Connections
  • Advocacy for the Philanthropic Sector 

Become A Member

Joining Philanthropy Southwest is as easy. Simply complete the membership application, attaching a copy of your lasted 990 form, IRS Determination letter, and list of foundation staff members. Then, return the forms to the address below or email to Amanda Esaena, Director of Member Engagement, at amanda@philanthropysouthwest.org.

Philanthropy Southwest
3000 Pegasus Park Drive, Suite 706
Dallas, TX 75247

File: 
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STEP 1

Confirm Eligibility

PSW Membership is open to foundations and donors who are committed to advancing philanthropy in the Southwest United States, including:

  • Private and family foundations
  • Corporate foundations and giving programs
  • Community and public foundations
  • Individual philanthropists

 

STEP 2

Submit Required Documents

Please submit the following documents via mail to Amanda Esaena, Director of Member Engagement, at amanda@philanthropysouthwest.org

1. Completed membership application form

2. Current IRS determination letter

3. Most recent IRS Form 990 or 990-PF, including all schedules* 

4. A current list of board members and staff

STEP 3

PSW Board Review

Once the application has been received, our Membership Committee will review, and our Board will then make final approval decisions. PSW Staff will contact you with any questions and/or approval notifications. 

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