On Saturday, April 25, Seattle Department of Neighborhoods’ P-Patch Community Gardening Team hosted its annual Earth Day Resource Fair for community. Community members and fellow gardeners from across Seattle gathered at the Northwest African American Museum for gardening related workshops, seed swaps, sharing resources like organic fertilizer and rodent mitigation,… [ Keep reading ]
On Saturday, March 21, people of Seattle gathered in South Park for the first Best Day Ever event, a day of service, storytelling, shared meals, and community connection co-created by the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods and the Seattle Chamber of Connection and local partner Cultivate South Park. Best Day Ever is a community-powered celebration designed to strengthen civic belonging while spotlighting the people,… [ Keep reading ]
The weather is warming. Cherry blossoms are popping. And the days are getting longer here in Seattle. You know what that means; garden season is upon us! Celebrate Earth Day and kick off your growing season at the P-Patch Resource Fair, Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m…. [ Keep reading ]
This February, City Hall felt a little different. The vibe was fuller. Warmer. Jubilant. In honor of Black History Month, staff from the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods, Seattle Department of Transportation, Seattle Public Utilities, and Seattle City Light came together to host Rooted, Resilient, and Rising; a celebration of Black leadership, artistry, and community in Seattle. The gathering honored history. And the… [ Keep reading ]
For 35 years, the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods (DON) has helped neighbors turn connection into action by supporting community-led projects, building local leadership, and bringing people together across the city. In 2026, DON celebrates this milestone with a year-long 35th Anniversary celebration, launching on Neighbor Day Saturday, May 2, 2026, through Neighbor Day on May 8,… [ Keep reading ]
Rooted in Roosevelt community celebration As any non-profit, community organization, or motivated group of neighbors know, a little bit can go a long way. That is certainly the case when it comes to the Small Sparks Fund grants. Part of the Neighborhood Matching Fund, Small Sparks provides grants to $5,000… [ Keep reading ]
Three City grant programs open door for community-led arts, culture, and recreation events across every neighborhood. When the world comes to Seattle for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the biggest moments will not only happen inside the stadium. They will happen on neighborhood streets, in community centers, at pop-up performances,… [ Keep reading ]
What makes a neighborhood thrive? Connection. Pride. Shared stories. And people who care deeply about the place they call home. Best Day Ever is a new, one-day, community-powered experience designed to celebrate the vibrancy and culture of Seattle’s neighborhoods. Each day’s events bring residents together through service activities, movement, storytelling,… [ Keep reading ]
By Juliana Agudelo Ariza, Seattle Youth Commissioner Every year, between September 15 and October 15, Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated around the nation to honor the accomplishments and cultural traditions of Hispanic/Latino people. On September 24, the City of Seattle hosted its own celebration, inviting community leaders and organizations to… [ Keep reading ]
On October 21, nearly 200 neighbors and city staff gathered for the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods (DON) Open House—an afternoon of connection, creativity, and community. Outside the venue, the harmonious beats of DJ Kimnang and the din of conversation and laughter pulled people in. Inside, community members and City staff… [ Keep reading ]
