The late John Pehrson was a retired Boeing engineer, and later a Market Foundation Board member, who became a mastermind that helped design the transportation of more than 170 fiberglass pigs to the Market cobblestones, all to raise money for our neighbors during our “Pigs on Parade” events in the 2000s. Marlys Erickson, past Executive Director of the Market Foundation, told us more about John’s legacy in the Market and the meaning behind the donation in his late memory. Read More

Our mission at the Market Foundation is made possible by the dedication of our 270+ volunteers, and we want to share more about the incredible work they do for our community. We sat down with Mike Mackley, Director of Hospitality for Old Stove Brewing, to hear his take on what it means to be immersed in the Pike Place community and the importance of giving back. Read More

The Pike Place Market Foundation is hiring two seasonal positions: Volunteer Coordinator and Special Events Coordinator Read More