The CAMY Fund Enters a New Stage
During a critical moment for the youth in Central America and Mexico, Perla Vázquez assumes the direction of SIF’s CAMY Fund.
SIF and the Wilson Center Hold Conference on Migration in Central America
At this one-day conference in Washington DC, researchers and experts discussed violence, corruption, police and immigration reforms that affect the Central American region.
Response to Trump’s Announcement of Tariffs on Mexican Imports
All countries need to get on the same page regarding a comprehensive investment strategy for Central America.
Trump Threatens to Cut Off Assistance to Central America: Does It Matter?
Cutting off U.S. assistance programs to these three countries is to throw away the best tools at Washington’s disposal to address the underlying drivers of migration.
Centroamérica Adelante will focus on forced migration from the Northern Triangle
The Central American leadership program Centroamérica Adelante will coordinate trainings, meetings and pilot projects for leaders working on the key drivers of forced migration in Guatemala, El Salvador and Honduras.
Seattle International Foundation Shifts to New Vision
After a decade of working to decrease poverty globally, SIF will focus on Central America
Migration in Central America
Migration in Central America is an analysis of the migration trends, drivers, policies and actors in the Northern Triangle of Central America. It documents and analyzes the stubborn persistence of migration, while also raising questions that could form the basis of relevant policy research and analysis.
Research Highlights 36% Increase in Funding for Latin America by U.S. Foundations
A new report reveals a 36% increase in funding for Latin America by large U.S. foundations between 2006 and 2015. In 2014 and 2015 alone, 306 large U.S. foundations awarded $1 billion for Latin America.
SIF Partners with INCAE on Transparency Initiative
SIF is proud to announce a new research grant to INCAE Business School‘s Latin American Center for Competitiveness and Sustainable Development (CLACDS).
SIF Names Arturo Aguilar as Executive Director
Seattle International Foundation (SIF) today named José Arturo Aguilar as its new Executive Director. Aguilar is an internationally-renowned human rights defender and political strategist, with more than 20 years of experience championing justice and democracy in Latin America, especially in his home country of Guatemala.
Over 300 people attended the 2017 Central America Donors Forum
The seventh edition of the annual meeting took on the challenge of reimagining partnerships for development in the Central American region.
Seattle International Foundation announces 2016 Central America Donors Forum
Annual Forum to be held for the first time in Guatemala
Central America Investment for Development Study
This study serves as a starting point for conversation around the strengths and weaknesses of the social investment process by different actors in Central America. It maps out and analyzes the amount of resources allocated by the region’s private sector to social...
SIF Partners with the IIE to Launch New Program for Central American Leaders
This innovative program seeks to develop a professional network of high-impact, social change leaders throughout Central America, and support them in leveraging their expertise to attain greater impact in their community and country.
Seattle International Foundation announces 2015 Central America Donor’s Forum
The Seattle International Foundation today announced that El Salvador will host its annual Central America Donor’s forum in San Salvador on November 18 and 19.
Key leaders convene to advance development objectives in Mexico and Central America
The Central America Donors Forum, with sponsors including, brings together key representatives from government, philanthropy, and the private sector to align grantmaking and investment strategies in the region.
New Report Details U.S. Foundation Funding in Latin America, with Focus on Central America
Report underscores need for U.S. government to engage private philanthropy as it seeks to increase aid in the region.
SIF Announces Commitment to Support Youth-led Projects in Central America
SIF announced today the launch of a new grant-making fund to advance awareness and giving for projects to empower youth in Central America.
