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“Best Day Ever” Neighborhood Series Kicks Off with South Park Celebration 

April 3, 2026

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 ]

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The Food Equity Fund Helps Small, Community Organizations Advance Food Justice through Starter Fund Investments 

April 3, 2026

The Food Equity Fund (FEF), managed by the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods (DON), supports projects that address food insecurity and promote health and wellbeing across Seattle’s neighborhoods. In 2025, the FEF Starter Fund awarded a total of $275,000 to 11 diverse community organizations dedicated to improving access to nutritious, culturally relevant food.   The… [ Keep reading ]

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Historic Preservation Community Occupation Series: Building Beloved Community at El Centro de la Raza

March 20, 2026

This piece is part of a short series focused on community occupations of historical places in Seattle. These stories, told by community members, showcase the power of people uniting to protect important community places in the city and the ways these places continue to provide meaningful space, resources, and services… [ Keep reading ]

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The Future is Bright: Updates from the Seattle Youth Commission

March 20, 2026

The Seattle Youth Commission (SYC) is made up of 15 Seattle teens from across the city appointed by the Mayor and City Councilmembers. Youth Commissioners represent each of the seven City Council Districts, as well as eight at-large. Department of Neighborhoods thanks the SYC for their hard work and dedication… [ Keep reading ]

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City of Seattle Awards 2026 Technology Matching Fund Grants to Organizations Addressing Digital Inequalities 

March 20, 2026

The City of Seattle announces the 2026 recipients of its annual Technology Matching Fund (TMF) grants. This year, eleven community organizations will share $455,000 in funding to provide programs and services that help Seattle residents overcome barriers to accessing and using technology. The TMF program is a partnership between the City of Seattle and community organizations improving digital literacy… [ Keep reading ]

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Kick Off the Garden Season at the P-Patch Earth Day Resource Fair

March 19, 2026

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 ]

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Have We Met? Meet Kolbi Monasmith, Department of Neighborhoods Indigenous Advisory Council Liaison

March 6, 2026

Kolbi Monasmith joined the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods as the new Indigenous Advisory Council Liaison in January 2026. She is a citizen of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma, though she grew up in the Seattle area. Kolbi attended Seattle Central College and the University of Washington studying Political Science, Human… [ Keep reading ]

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Led by Equity, Shaped by Community: Seattle Department of Neighborhoods 2025 Annual Report

February 20, 2026

In 2025, the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods (DON) focused on what matters most: people, their neighborhoods, and the trust built between them. Our department didn’t just meet its goals; we raised the bar for what community-centered government can do. The work behind us has shown that vibrant cities are built… [ Keep reading ]

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For 35 Years, Neighbors Have Shaped Seattle. This Year DON Celebrates Them

February 12, 2026

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 ]

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Seattle Department of Neighborhoods hosts community office hours at The Seattle Public Library

February 10, 2026

Finding the right person to talk to in city government can be difficult. We are here to help you, and we are making it easier for you to talk to someone at the City of Seattle. In 2025 we started a pilot program that brought Seattle Department of Neighborhoods Community… [ Keep reading ]

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