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How we started

The One Eighty Foundation sprang from the desire of One Eighty founder Dan Madsen to channel some of his business success back into the community. He met Richard, Dwight, Tom, Joanie, and Steve while serving on the board at the Children’s Home Society of Washington more than a decade ago and discovered a mutual passion for philanthropy. In March of 2010 they joined forces and created the One Eighty Foundation, and later added Mark, Tim, and Madisen. The team looks forward to a long, productive future working to support children and families in need.

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We are excited to work with our partners and sponsors to better serve the community, knowing we are stronger together and able to apply even more focus and resources to those in need, and help drive more positive outcomes for children and families.

Seattle Ballooning

Seattle Ballooning can be seen every day flying hot air balloons right in front of Mt. Rainier in Auburn and Enumclaw. 10 story hot air balloons are impossible to miss. The One Eight Foundation may not be as visible as a brightly colored 10 story hot air balloon, but they are the ones behind the scenes supporting so many important programs for children and families in need. Their commitment and mission in creating the “opportunity for better lives” shows through in their daily work. We are proud to support them and their ongoing mission.

Assured Partners

Assured Partners is honored to be part of the KIRO Kids Classic, benefitting the One Eighty Foundation. I’m proud to have personally been involved in this golf tournament for many years. While it is Assured Partners first event, we were very pleased with the entire event. For our company, partnerships such as this help us build a strong image and bond with our community.

-Brian Lindahl

Washington Awards

“Washington Awards is humbled to be associated with such a great organization that does so much good for our community.”

-Doug Williams

trücup Coffee

“trücup Roasting Company is happy to be a sponsor of the One Eighty Foundation as it is a genuine “grass roots” organization that works hard to positively impact those less fortunate in our community.”

-Andy Gomes

Norski Promotions

“Norski Promotions is honored to continue supporting the One Eighty Foundation as we believe in their vision, and love being a part of such a meaningful goal.”

-Sara Norris

McNamara Signs

“McNamara Signs is proud to be associated with the One Eighty Foundation and truly appreciate the help they provide to children and families in need.”

-Mike McNamara

Parker Smith Feek

“Parker, Smith & Feek plays an active role in the communities we serve by donating both time and money to a broad collection of worthy causes, none more deserving than the One Eighty Foundation. They play an important role in helping less fortunate kids and families meet their basic needs and provide hope to many who have lost it. Their commitment and passion to improving the lives of children and families in the Northwest is exceptional and we are very proud to support such a giving organization.”

-Marty Bask

SilverSphere

“The SilverSphere Family enjoys supporting the One Eighty Foundation because they are focusing on making a difference in the local community and strive to be proactive in the approach vs reactive, they see a potential problem and ask themselves what can we do to change the outcome of the children and or families here locally. So many folks focus on outside their circle of influence. One Eighty foundation stays within the sphere of influence and it allows them to see the impact on daily and that keeps the fire burning.”

-Rick Taylor

Clark Nuber

“Caring, Serving, Giving” is a fundamental element of Clark Nuber’s mission, and the One Eighty Foundation provides an effective means for us to give back to our community. We admire the energy and creative thinking that the One Eighty Foundation brings to serving at-risk children and families, and we are proud to be able to contribute to their success.

-Rob Wheeler

Northern Trust

“Northern Trust supports the mission of the One Eighty Foundation because we also believe it is important to help improve the lives of children and families who one day will be our future leaders.”

– Dino DeVita

Sysco

“It’s an honor for Sysco to be associated with the One Eighty Foundation—their culture of fun and charitable giving is making such a positive impact on the local and regional community. How can you not have fun playing with and sorting boxes and boxes and tables and tables of pajamas for kids?”

-Justin Hiraki

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Frequently asked questions

What does “a new direction in giving” mean?

At the One Eighty Foundation, we tailor our support based on the needs of the community. Whether it’s a monetary grant, donation of goods or resources, or giving our time, we curate our efforts and commitments specifically to make immediate positive impact on the children, youth, and families we serve.

Where does my donation go?

100% of the money raised for our foundation is given to organizations serving children and families through specific grants, or through items we purchase for their programs. We maximize the funds so the organizations we support can concentrate on who we are serving, and capitalize on their growth to a better future. All administrative and fundraising costs of the One Eighty Foundation are underwritten by Board donations, corporate sponsors and ticket sales, ensuring 100% of individual contributions go to our programs we support.

What makes you different from other nonprofits?

We identify organizations working to meet people where they are and provide tools and resources they can use to make an immediate difference for real people in real time. We are passionately committed to positively impacting the lives of children and families facing a wide range of challenges—from special needs or abuse to foster care or homelessness—and turn those challenges into opportunities.

What kinds of support do you deliver?

We support people and organizations in ways that will make the most impact where it is needed. Support is varied and includes:

Monetary grants for education programs
Providing pajamas to foster children
Painting and restoring shelter
Cooking and providing meals for drop-in centers
Providing career styling sessions for at-risk graduates
Donating toys to children in need

Who is the giving crew?

The One Eighty Foundation’s volunteer team is recognized as the Giving Crew when we are out serving our community. Some of our activities include:

Prepare and provide hot meals to families living on the streets
Volunteer at the Holiday Carousel during the holidays to support kids in foster care
Prepare hot meals for homeless youth centers
Outfit youth with donated clothing
Teach youth how to find their professional and personal style when preparing for interviews
Paint interior of safe shelters for at-risk youth
Host holiday parties for homeless teens and their families

What events has the One Eighty Giving Crew hosted?

Hygiene Drive for families and youth living on the streets
Prom Drive for homeless youth
Back to School Drive for homeless families and youth
Coat Drive for homeless families and youth
Puzzle Drive for a safe home

Are you a true non-profit?

Yes. The One Eighty Foundation is a non-profit, tax-exempt 501(c)3 public foundation funding human services primarily in the Pacific Northwest. Our goal is to expand and localize our support to human service non-profits where One Eighty and Leisure Care communities are located.

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