Washington grants for City or township governments

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that assist small businesses, particularly those with five or fewer employees, focusing on underserved communities across Washington.

This grant provides funding for arts projects and programs that enhance the cultural landscape of Issaquah, supporting local artists and organizations while promoting inclusive and diverse arts experiences for the community.

This program provides financial support to non-profit organizations and school districts in Grays Harbor County for initiatives that benefit youth, focusing on creating or enhancing programs for children aged 18 and under.

This grant provides financial support to non-profit organizations and government agencies in Grays Harbor County, Washington, for tourism-related projects and activities that enhance local tourism and hospitality services.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to businesses, non-profits, and government agencies in Grays Harbor County for tourism-related events and activities that attract visitors to the area.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-profit organizations, government agencies, and tourism-related facilities in Grays Harbor County, Washington, to enhance festivals and events that attract tourists.

This grant provides funding for tourism-based marketing projects in Grays Harbor County, Washington, aimed at attracting visitors from outside the local area to promote overnight stays and tourism-related commerce.

This funding supports grassroots organizations in South Seattle, White Center, Kent, and SeaTac/Tukwila that empower community members affected by poverty and racial disparities to engage, advocate, and create positive change.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations and groups in Tacoma for public arts projects that promote accessibility and address community needs, particularly for marginalized and underserved populations.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipalities, tourism organizations, and eligible nonprofits to promote tourism and enhance visitor experiences in College Place through marketing, events, and facility operations.

The City of Monroe is now accepting applications for 2025 Lodging Tax Funding grants. Donor Name: City of Monroe State: Washington City: Monroe Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 10/09/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Priority consideration will be given to applications that feature events scheduled from November through April, and that promote off-season tourism. Eligibility Criteria  To be considered for funding, the grant request must be used for one of the following activities: Tourism marketing; Marketing and operations of special events and festivals designed to attract tourists; Operations and capital expenditures of tourism-related facilities owned or operated by a municipality or public facilities district. Applicable only to municipalities and public facility districts; Operations of tourism-related facilities owned or operated by nonprofit organizations as defined by the IRC 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6). Proof of nonprofit status will be required. For more information, visit City of Monroe. Related Posts:Submit Applications for Maine Communities Grant Program 2025Bucks County Tourism Grant Program in PennsylvaniaEnterprise Marketing Grant Program - MainePennsylvania: Westmoreland County Tourism Grant Program 20252025 Somerset County Tourism Grant Program - PennsylvaniaFayette County Tourism Grant Program - PennsylvaniaApply now for Route 66 Grant Program (Illinois)Iowa: Tourism Grant Program 2025Advertising Reimbursement Grant Program in Texas2024 Service Provider Grants – MaineCity of Dubuque Small Business Support Grant Program (Iowa)Florida: Tourist Development Council Grants Program2025 Arts Build Communities Program - OregonFemale Founder World Grant for Small BusinessesCity of Isle of Palms ATAX Grant Program (South Carolina)Apply now for The Laura Jane Musser FundDare Arts Artist Support Grants – North CarolinaRequest for Proposals for Signature Event Program…City of Gastonia Art Committee Grant Program (North…2025 Ho‘okipa Malihini Initiative – HawaiiDiversity in the Arts Grants 2025 (Florida)

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that enhance the quality of life for residents in Mukilteo through community projects and events.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Vancouver for events and programs that promote cultural enrichment, tourism, and community engagement, aiming to attract visitors and enhance the local tourism economy.

The City of Spokane, through its Accounting and Grants Department, is initiating this Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) to solicit applications from Childcare Organizations that have the capacity to expand services for nontraditional childcare hours. Donor Name: City of Spokane State: Washington City: Spokane Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/20/2024 Size of the Grant: Not available Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: This program’s purpose is to provide last-in capital dollars to assist in a construction project or expansion of an existing facility. This construction must result in and/or expand services of nontraditional childcare hours. Qualifying organizations should meet the following parameters: Demonstrate need to carry out a capital project for expanded services. Demonstrated unmet need of target clientele. Demonstrated history of serving members of historically marginalized communities. Demonstrate fiscal responsibility through policy and procedures. Funding Information This Notice of Funding of Availability will award a grant up to $500,000 to provide “last dollars” of a construction project.  Grant Period Funds must be contracted before December 31, 2024, and completion of program by September 30, 2026. Eligibility Criteria Eligible Applicants Include A Childcare organization Organization must be located and registered in the City limits of Spokane Proposed construction or expansion must be in the City limits of Spokane Be a Public or Private non-profit organization or, Be a Private for-profit organization Must follow the City of Spokane Procurement. For more information, visit City of Spokane.

The City of Renton is offering a grant for projects promoting tourism and cultural activities in Renton, Washington, with funds to be used for marketing and promotional purposes, specifically targeting audiences 50 miles away or more, and is open to nonprofits and municipalities with a focus on overnight stays, economic benefit, and diversity.

This grant provides funding to cities, counties, and public utility districts in Washington to improve water, sewer, and stormwater infrastructure for affordable housing projects that include at least 25% affordable units.

The Washington State Department of Commerce is initiating a Request for Applications (RFA) to solicit proposals from those qualified and interested in grant funding for the Low-Income Home Rehabilitation Grant Program. Donor Name: Washington State Department of Commerce State: Washington County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/23/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year Details: The State of Washington Department of Commerce will accept applications from entities interested in providing home repair services. The grant provides funding to low-income households located in rural areas to address health, safety, and durability issues in existing housing. It will provide home repair and improvement services to individuals who own and reside permanently in single-family residential structures. Homeowners who are senior citizens, people with disabilities, families with children five years old and younger, and veterans must receive priority. Funding Information The maximum amount allowed for this contract year will be $500,000 for each successful applicant. Grant Period November 1, 2024, – July 30, 2025. Eligibility Criteria Rehabilitation agencies eligible to apply according to the definition set forth in RCW 43.330.480: Approved Commerce grantee Tribal Nation Public Service Company Municipality Public Utility District Mutual or Cooperative Other entity that bears the responsibility for rehabilitating residences under this chapter and has been approved by the department. Minimum qualifications for applicants include: Licensed to do business in Washington or submit a statement of commitment that it will become licensed in Washington within thirty (30) calendar days of being selected as the Apparently Successful Applicant. (except tribal entities) Two years of experience in home renovation-related programs such as housing rehabilitation and/or weatherization in the last five years. Two years of experience in providing services through low-income programs related to home repair in the last five years. For more information, visit WSDC.

This funding opportunity supports local agencies, tribes, and nonprofit organizations in Washington to develop and manage outdoor recreation activities while promoting responsible use and law enforcement for nonhighway and off-road vehicle activities.

The Mukilteo Department of Recreation and Cultural Services is accepting applications for Co-Sponsorship Facility Use Grants that waive facility rental fees for use of City Facilities. Donor Name: City of Mukilteo State: Washington County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/29/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The purpose of the City of Mukilteo’s Co-sponsorship Grant process is to: Promote, support, and expand existing and new Mukilteo special events, activities, and programs. Promote, publicize, and support and/or expand economic development in Mukilteo. Support activities that promote the general health or well-being of those in the community. Eligible Projects Illustrative examples of eligible projects: A special event, program, or activity that is open to the public and offers enhanced opportunities in areas such as culture and arts, recreation, youth or adult activities, and community safety. A special event, program, or activity that promotes job growth; or promotes business attraction and retention. Eligibility Criteria The grant program is open to any public or private organization with demonstrated capacity to accomplish the proposed project by December 31st, 2025 Qualifying organizations can include non-profit volunteer groups, neighborhood groups, educational organizations, public agencies and chamber of commerce. With limited exceptions, organizations/businesses must be based in Mukilteo. Organizations outside the City must demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the city, the benefits and necessity of the service provided and the direct public benefit to the community of Mukilteo. For more information, visit City of Mukilteo.

The Washington State Department of Commerce is now accepting funding proposals from the Washington Community-Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative for Community Safety Councils. Donor Name: Washington State Department of Commerce State: Washington County: Benton County (WA), Clark County (WA), Franklin County (WA), Grant County (WA), Pierce County (WA), Snohomish County (WA), Spokane County (WA), Yakima County (WA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 10/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Washington Department of Commerce is soliciting proposals from entities interested in building regional capacity to reduce gun violence, directly impacting the safety and well-being of their communities. The selected proposers will assemble a Community Safety Council to steer local violence reduction efforts, including conducting a landscape analysis and designing a violence reduction plan. The Department of Justice (DOJ) launched the Community-Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative (CVIPI), allocating funds to support comprehensive, evidence-based violence intervention and prevention strategies designed to prevent and reduce violent crime in communities. These multidisciplinary strategies engage individuals and groups to prevent and disrupt cycles of violence and retaliation and connect individuals with community assets to deliver services that save lives, address trauma, provide opportunity, and mitigate the physical, social, and economic conditions that drive violence. Funding Information Grants available up to $100,000 each. Who can apply? This NOFO is an open, competitive process. Priority will be given to the following under-invested counties and communities: Snohomish County Grant County Pierce County Yakima County Spokane County Clark County Tri-Cities area (Benton County and Franklin County) The distribution of seven awards under this NOFO will be exclusive to these communities and counties. One additional (eighth) award will be issued to any federally recognized Tribe located anywhere in Washington. As further described in the NOFO, applicants will be considered based on their expertise and alignment with the purpose of the funding opportunities. Federally recognized local or tribal government agencies or nonprofit 501(c)(3) community-based organizations are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit WSDC.