Seattle Department of Neighborhoods (DON) is currently accepting applications for the Neighborhood Matching Fund (NMF). This granting program consists of two funds – the Community Partnership Fund and the Small Sparks Fund – which support grassroots projects that build stronger communities. 

The Community Partnership Fund provides funding up to $50,000. Applications are currently open and must be submitted by 11:59pm on September 8, 2025. This fund provides opportunities to create large and lasting impacts in your community by supporting community organizing, public art projects, park improvements, cultural events, design and construction of community facilities, and more. 

The Small Sparks Fund provides funding up to $5,000 per project, and applications are accepted on a rolling basis through October 31. This fund is designed to support small community activities such as neighborhood clean-ups, block parties, community art projects, workshops, and more. 

The NMF team is hosting three virtual workshops for those interested in applying to the fund. Each workshop will provide an overview of the grant, the qualities of a strong application, and the review process. Neighborhood and community groups interested in the fund are invited to attend. 

Informational Workshops 

Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 10-11:30am 

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Meeting number (access code): 2495 836 3381 
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Saturday, August 2, 2025, 10–11:30am 

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Meeting number (access code): 2481 336 2505 
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Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 6-7:30pm 

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For more information and to fill out an application visit www.seattle.gov/neighborhoods/community-grants/neighborhood-matching-fund.   

If you have questions, please contact program staff at 206-233-0093 or NMFund@seattle.gov.   

More than 5,000 projects have occurred across the city since this program began in 1988. Learn more about the Neighborhood Matching Fund and its support of community-initiated projects: www.seattle.gov/neighborhoods/community-grants/neighborhood-matching-fund.