Founded in Seattle, WA in 1998 by Elaine Nonneman, the Channel Foundation supported grassroots leadership until 2005 and the Women’s Leadership Scholarship (WLS) program until 2009. Starting in 2005, the Foundation focused its grantmaking on women’s human rights.
Elaine Nonneman passed away in late 2024. Our memorial page includes photos and tributes from partners.
Past Grantees (1999–2005):
Population, Poverty and Gender Equity:
Conservation of Biodiversity, Protection of Indigenous Peoples Land Rights, Sustainable Economic Development:
Indigenous People’s Rights:
Human Rights:
Diverse Grants:
