Shirley Coly

Major Giving Strategist
Shirley (she/her) is passionate about philanthropy and in her role as Major Giving Strategist, connects community members with impactful giving opportunities. Over the course of her 25+ year career, Shirley has raised funds for education, capital projects, international development, and land conservation. She holds a Master’s degree in Social and Public Policy from Georgetown University and Bachelor’s degree in History from the University of Utah. Shirley served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Senegal, West Africa for three years, an experience that forever changed her world vision. In her free time, Shirley enjoys exploring Seattle’s diverse neighborhoods, discovering new parks and trails for running, and sampling the city’s renowned beer and coffee.

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To make a donation by mail, please send a check payable to Seattle Parks Foundation to:

PO Box 3541
Seattle, WA 98124-3541

If your gift is intended for one of our community partners, please add their name in the memo line or with an accompanying note.

A tax receipt will be mailed to you upon receipt of your contribution.

Thank you!

Donate Your Car

Have an old car taking up space in your driveway?

Donate it to Seattle Parks Foundation!

We accept most cars, trucks, trailers, boats, RVs, motorcycles, off-road vehicles, heavy equipment, and other motorized vehicles. All or part of your donation may be tax deductible.

To get started, simply complete the online donation form or call 855.500.7433 or 855.500.RIDE to speak to a representative. You can also read more at careasy.org.