Neighbor to Neighbor (N2N)

The Seattle Foundation offers a range of competitive grant opportunities throughout the year to support community-based organizations primarily located in the Greater Seattle region. These grants are designed to promote equity, health, and wellbeing through focused investments in community-driven programs. Current grant opportunities include the Medical Funds 2025 Grant, the Neighbor to Neighbor (N2N) initiative, and the Whitehorse Foundation grants, each targeting specific regional and thematic areas. The Medical Funds 2025 Grant is open for applications from May 1 to June 13, 2025. This fund supports the purchase of medical equipment either for community-beneficial medical research or to address specific healthcare needs of low-income children. Funding is available to tax-exempt 501(c)(3) public charities operating primarily in King County, Washington. Grants typically do not exceed $40,000 per organization. Priority is given to equipment requests linked to research on cancer, cardio-pulmonary conditions, multiple sclerosis and related diseases, arthritis, autoimmune, or inflammatory diseases, and diabetes. In the child health category, emphasis is placed on capital campaigns, facility renovations, or equipment needs that directly serve low-income children. The Neighbor to Neighbor (N2N) program supports grassroots initiatives that build power and influence among communities impacted by poverty and racial disparities. This grant opportunity focuses on small, community-based organizations operating in South Seattle, White Center, and Kent. Grants are awarded quarterly, with deadlines on January 30, April 30, July 30, and October 30. Eligible organizations may apply once per calendar year. The program prioritizes leadership from under-invested communities and projects that deepen community engagement and capacity. The Whitehorse Foundation is another funding avenue under the Seattle Foundation umbrella, providing grants to nonprofit organizations serving Snohomish County. Its mission is to improve quality of life for children, youth, and families. Funding priorities include programs that address early risk factors, provide accessible services, support family and youth self-sufficiency, and foster cross-sector collaborations. Applications follow a two-step process: first, submission of a concise two-page letter of inquiry, reviewed quarterly, and then, if selected, an invitation to submit a full application. For all grant opportunities, applications are submitted through Seattle Foundation’s online grants portal. For technical support with the portal, applicants can reach out via support@seattlefoundation.org or 206-515-2111. For inquiries regarding grant content or eligibility, contact communitygrantmaking@seattlefoundation.org or 206-515-2109. Specific contacts include Ana Henderson (a.henderson@seattlefoundation.org) for the Medical Funds grant and whitehorsefoundation@seattlefoundation.org for inquiries related to the Whitehorse Foundation.