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City of Seattle’s Neighborhood Matching Fund Invested $1,077,003 in 24 Projects Led by Community

Last year, the City of Seattle awarded $1,077,003 to support 24 community-initiated projects through the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods’ Neighborhood Matching Fund  Community Partnership Fund. Twenty-four community groups received awards averaging $41,597 and have pledged $977,217 to match their award through local cash donations, volunteer hours, donated materials, and in-kind… [ Keep reading ]

Get Funding for your Community Projects through the Neighborhood Matching Fund

Seattle Department of Neighborhoods (DON) is currently accepting applications for the Neighborhood Matching Fund (NMF). NMF is a granting program that consists of two funds – the Community Partnership Fund (CPF) and the Small Sparks Fund (SSF) – which support grassroots projects that build stronger communities. CPF provides funding up to… [ Keep reading ]

Join the 2025 Neighborhood Matching Fund Community Review Panel

The Neighborhood Matching Fund (NMF) is currently seeking 7-9 dedicated individuals to join our Community Review Panel for the 2025 grant cycle. As a community reviewer, you will play a crucial role in making funding recommendations that directly impact community-led initiatives in Seattle. The Community Review Panel assists in the… [ Keep reading ]

Capoeira Life hosts free youth programs focused on self-expression, community, and respect

Based in South Seattle, Capoeira Life provide youth from under-resourced backgrounds access to the movement and music of Capoeira Angola. Their programs focus on physical and mental empowerment and instill respect, awareness, strength, and agility in their students. Through a combination of alternative curricula including both ancient traditions and modern… [ Keep reading ]

Get funding for your community projects through the Neighborhood Matching Fund

Seattle Department of Neighborhoods (DON) is currently accepting applications for the Neighborhood Matching Fund (NMF). NMF is a granting program that consists of two funds – the Community Partnership Fund (CPF) and the Small Sparks Fund (SSF) – which support grassroots projects that build stronger communities, with an emphasis on… [ Keep reading ]

City of Seattle’s Neighborhood Matching Fund Invests $1,123,111 in 27 Community-led Projects 

The City of Seattle has awarded $1,123,111 to support 27 community-initiated projects through the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods’ Neighborhood Matching Fund (NMF). Twenty-seven community groups received awards averaging $41,597 and have pledged $1,034,436 to match their award through local cash donations, volunteer hours, donated materials, and in-kind professional services. Beginning… [ Keep reading ]

Be “Rumble Ready”– Practice Earthquake Response with Your Neighbors

by Cindi Barker If Seattle were to experience an earthquake or another large, disruptive event, are neighbors ready to support one another until help can arrive? The Seattle Emergency Communications Hubs are here to help and they are holding their major yearly practice on June 1 and June 9. The… [ Keep reading ]

Neighborhood Matching Fund wants your feedback

The Neighborhood Matching Fund is a grant program of the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods. The program has been operating for more than 30 years and has supported over 5,000 community-led projects. These endeavors include everything from park improvements to community festivals, and youth mentorship programs. We are working with the community to review… [ Keep reading ]

Get Funding for your Community Projects through the Neighborhood Matching Fund

Seattle Department of Neighborhoods (DON) is currently accepting applications for the Neighborhood Matching Fund (NMF). NMF is a granting program that consists of two funds – the Community Partnership Fund (CPF) and the Small Sparks Fund (SSF) – which support grassroots projects that build stronger communities, with an emphasis on projects led by… [ Keep reading ]

Our 2023 Community Impacts and Setting Our Aspirations for 2024

The City of Seattle Department of Neighborhoods (DON) proudly stands as a beacon of community empowerment and positive transformation. Over the past 12 months, DON has been at the forefront of impactful initiatives, contributing significantly to the well-being of our diverse communities. Looking Back Here are some highlights of how… [ Keep reading ]