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Up to $730 available for scholarship(s) through 2025
Applications Due Thursday, November 6, 2025

Check out the NIGP Learning Catalog for training opportunities. Or use the funds towards a Certification (CPPB, CPPO, NIGP-CPP, etc.) to help cover prep materials, certified training hours, or other costs.

Reminder: Only one scholarship within a 12-month period can be awarded to a member. You must be a WANIGP and NIGP member to apply. The scholarship funds must be used by December 31, 2025. You don't have to complete the course in 2025, but we must pay for the course/ services in 2025.

Questions? Contact us at Scholarship@WANIGP.org

Are you ready to, or know someone interested in becoming more involved in NIGP, gain leadership experience, earn a resume boost, and help guide the future of Washington State procurement professionals?
If so, an officer position with our Chapter is a great opportunity to explore!
Elected Positions are only a one-year commitment and run from January - December, with the exception of the Treasurer position which is two years.
Open Board Positions for 2026 Include:
• President
• Vice President
• Membership Secretary
• Recording Secretary
• Treasurer
Job Descriptions can be found here: Board Position Job Descriptions

Email the following information to elections@wanigp.org no later than 5:00 pm October 31st:
• Nominee name, email address, and organization/agency.
• Position/officer role nominated.
• Photo and biography.
• Confirm you have spoken to the nominee, and that they are interested and willing to serve (only required if nominating someone else).

Make a Difference in Your Community
Volunteers Needed in November to Help Feed Thousands of People
Facing Hunger Across Western Washington
Join us for a volunteer session at the Food LifeLine warehouse to sort and repack nutritious food. It’s easy, fun, and you can make a huge difference in just a few hours!
Your family and friends are welcome to participate

Hello WANIGP Google Group Members:
In February 2024 any incoming new members of WANIGP chapter will be invited to be added to our WANIGP Google group as part of their membership application approval. Current members of this Google group who are not members of WANIGP shall remain and be grandfathered google group members. Current WANIGP members who are not yet signed up to the Google Group will be added as well as part of their membership benefits. Anyone can opt out of this google group at any time. If you opt out and want to opt back in later, you must be a WANIGP current member to be qualified to rejoin. As for the Google Group page administrators, please send your inquiries or questions to our Membership Secretary at membership@wanigp.org. Please continue to spread the word regarding our group!

Dear Washington State Chapter of NIGP:

Whether you're looking to master source selection methods or refine your contract administration skillset, we've got the perfect classes for you.

Support the Cause: Selecting "Washington State Chapter" in the dropdown when registering provides funds back

Are you a purpose-driven procurement professional who is ready to give back to our profession locally?

An organization is only as strong as those members who support its goals. Through the efforts of our committees, we continue to serve our membership and enhance an environment of professional development.

We need your time and talent to continue our success! Contact us at info@wanigp.org

David Nash's renowned Questions of the Day has a new look, same mission. If you, or anyone you know, has set their sights on testing for the CPPB, CPPO, or the NIGP-CPP, the David Nash Question of the Day can help.

Click here to learn more

Join us on the second Wednesday of each month from 2:00-3:00 p.m. for our Emerging Professionals roundtable sessions.... We need to hear from all levels, so we welcome new and seasoned procurement professionals. Bring your
questions or share your expertise, while getting to
know your Washington Chapter peers across our great local public procurement community.

Dear WANIGP Members:
As we wrap up another dynamic quarter, I want to take a moment to thank each of you for helping us
turn ambition into action. Back in Q2, we set out to elevate our chapter’s visibility, deepen our
engagement, and drive innovation—and thanks to your enthusiasm, we’ve made exceptional progress.

NIGP Pipeline & Placement Committee has appointed Maija Lampinen with the Port of Everett, WANIGP Immediate Past President to the NIGP Chapter Ambassador Committee and as the new Chapter Ambassador for Area 8 beginning January 1, 2026.