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We hope these FAQ about the Community Grantmaking Program will answer most of your questions and provide you with the information you need to understand our application process from start to finish. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to give us a call (206) 622-2294 or send us an email at grantmaking@seattlefoundation.org and we’d be happy to make sure you get all the answers to your questions.

Eligibility Applying for a Grant General Questions Site Visits Application Information

Do we have to be a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization to apply?

What is a fiscal sponsor and how do I get one?

We are a newly established 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Does The Seattle Foundation award grants to organizations for start-up costs?

Do you give grants to organizations outside of King County?

We are a local chapter of a national organization and we cover all of Washington. How does this affect our grant request?

Can my school apply for a grant?

What is The Seattle Foundation's proposal review process?

Does the Foundation fund faith-based organizations?

How do you apply your nondiscrimination requirement?

Can I meet with a program and donor services representative in person before submitting an application?

What size grants does the Foundation generally make? How much money should I request?

Do you fund program requests?

Is there a better chance of getting a grant if I apply at a specific time of year?

Does getting grants from donor advised funds affect our eligibility to apply to the Community Grantmaking Program?

How often can we apply to the Foundation?

Is it an advantage to know a trustee, a donor, or someone who works for the Foundation when submitting a grant?

How many grant applications do you receive each year and what percent are funded?

What happens at a meeting with a program and donor services representative?

How should I prepare for a meeting?

The work of my organization fits into more than one of the Healthy Community framework elements. What should I do?