The City of Seattle has awarded $935,448 to support 23 community-initiated projects through the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods’ Neighborhood Matching Fund Community Partnership Fund. These community groups received awards averaging $40,672 and have pledged a total of $1,238,766 to match their award through local cash donations, volunteer hours, donated materials,… [ Keep reading ]
The annual election for the International Special Review District (ISRD) Board was held by mail, with ballots tabulated on the evening of Tuesday, December 2. Seattle Department of Neighborhoods received a total of 89 ballots. Three positions were up for election. Barring any challenges, the election results are as follows:… [ Keep reading ]
On January 1, 2026, Mayor-elect Katie Wilson will be sworn into office to assume the duty of leading our city and serving the people of Seattle. As we prepare for this shift in leadership, we want to give the community an opportunity to learn more about our soon-to-be Mayor and… [ Keep reading ]
Can you devote your time to helping your community? The Seattle Renters’ Commission seeks community members to fill two vacant seats on the Seattle Social Housing Developer Board, a Public Development Authority (PDA) responsible for developing, owning, and maintaining social housing in Seattle. The Commission is accepting applications through Sunday, December 14… [ Keep reading ]
” A long time ago, the sky was too low. Tall people kept bumping their heads. Many different communities gathered to do something about it. They spoke different languages but realized they only needed to know one word in common to understand each other. That word was yəhaw̓ – that… [ Keep reading ]
Around the world, people may know Seattle because of the Space Needle, Orcas, Pike Place Market, or even the Mariners. Locally, Seattle is known for the character and charm of its many neighborhoods. From Lake City to Rainier View, Broadview to Highland Park, neighbors take pride in the unique personality… [ 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 ]
The International Special Review District (ISRD) Board invites community members to take part in its annual board election, a meaningful opportunity to help guide the future of the Chinatown International District (CID). The election is conducted by mail-in ballot only, with ballots due to the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods by… [ Keep reading ]
Jump to Information Sessions The City of Seattle is excited to announce that the application for the 2026 Technology Matching Fund (TMF) is now open! Non-profit organizations and community groups with projects or programs focused on closing the digital divide and promoting digital literacy are encouraged to apply for matching… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Department of Neighborhoods (DON) is excited to announce a partnership with Seattle Information Technology Department (Seattle IT) to support the Technology Matching Fund (TMF) grant program and application process. This collaboration aims to expand the reach of the grant audience and help raise awareness of the TMF grant program. The… [ Keep reading ]
