Recreation For All Grant

The Recreation For All Grant is an initiative from Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) and the Seattle Municipal Park District to support equitable access to recreational opportunities across Seattle. The 2025 cycle of this grant offered funding of up to $15,000 per project to individuals, local community groups, nonprofits, and small businesses aiming to deliver culturally relevant programming in underserved neighborhoods. As a reimbursement-based grant, funding is provided after program completion and submission of all required documentation. This grant specifically targets initiatives that serve Seattle’s priority populations including adults, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrant and refugee communities, people of color, and those with disabilities. Programs must be held in official Seattle Parks and Recreation spaces such as community centers, parks, pools, or environmental learning centers. Additionally, all offerings must be free and open to the public, with a focus on recreational classes, events, or activities that address disparities in health and enrichment access. Eligible applicants include individuals, small businesses, and nonprofit or not-for-profit organizations with annual revenues under $150,000. Programming must align with the grant’s mission to create inclusive, enriching recreational experiences in Seattle communities. The application window for the 2025 cycle opened on January 14, 2025, at 8:00 AM PST and closed on February 11, 2025, at 11:59 PM PST. Applications were submitted via the GO Smart portal, and first-time users were required to create an account on gosmart.org to access the application form. As the program prepares for its next funding round, applicants can expect a similar process and timeline, pending official updates from SPR. A series of information sessions were offered both in person and virtually during the last cycle, including options for interpretation services with advance notice. Award announcements typically follow approximately four weeks after the conclusion of the community review panel’s scoring process, though this timing may vary depending on the volume of submissions. Prospective applicants for the upcoming cycle should anticipate comparable support and review procedures once new dates are released. Questions about the application process or grant details should be directed to SPRFunds4All@seattle.gov Applicants are encouraged to consult the full grant guidelines which are updated annually before submitting their proposal.

Consider attending one of the virtual or in-person info sessions; use culturally relevant program models; be clear about location and audience served.