Washington Education Grants

This grant provides federal funding to local agencies, tribes, and nonprofits in Washington to rehabilitate and maintain recreational trails for various outdoor activities, ensuring a sustainable backcountry experience.

This grant provides funding to various organizations in Washington State to create outdoor education and recreation opportunities for underserved and historically excluded youth.

The Community Foundation of NCW is offering the Woods Family Music and Arts Grant, ranging from $1000 to $10,000, to eligible nonprofits and public schools in Chelan, Douglas, and Okanogan counties, aiming to enhance equitable access to arts and culture, particularly for youth and underrepresented audiences.

The City of Redmond is accepting applications for its 2025 Tourism Grants for projects that assist with tourism development and promotion in the City of Redmond. Donor Name: City of Redmond State: Washington City: Redmond Type of Grant: Grant | Matching Grants Deadline: 08/19/2024 Size of the Grant: Less than $1000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The goal of Redmond’s Tourism Program is to attract visitors from more than 50 miles away, with a priority on overnight visitors. Grant applicants may be cultural, historical, educational, sports, or community organizations that are coordinating events, tournaments, or promotions that bring visitors to Redmond. The grants are paid for by a portion of the 1% lodging tax collected on hotel rooms located in Redmond. Grants may not exceed 50% of the cost of the project. The Redmond Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) evaluates qualifying applications on a competitive basis, using the official tourism promotion funding criteria and weighted scoring. Recommendations are then forwarded to the City Council for approval. The City of Redmond’s Tourism Matching Grants Program accepts applications from any public or private organization with the demonstrated ability to accomplish the proposed project(s) that meet the fund requirements. The tourism program annually awards tourism grants in support of special events, sports tournaments, festivals, and tourism promotions—publicly and privately sponsored. Entities that may qualify for the grants include: Business organizations Community organizations Cultural organizations Educational organizations Entertainment organizations Galleries Heritage organizations Historical organizations Museums Sports organizations Visitor information bureaus Funding Information The minimum awarded amount is $1,000. Eligibility Criteria Each applicant will fully define the service to be provided or the project to be implemented within their grant application. The project must comply with state statutes and City ordinances governing the use of Tourism Promotion Program funds. To be considered for funding, requests must be used for one of the following purposed (RCW 67.28.1816): Tourism marketing Marketing and operations of special events and festivals designed to attract tourists 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 Redmond.

This program provides financial support for nonprofit arts and cultural organizations in Bellevue, WA, to fund capital projects and facility maintenance that enhance public access to the arts.

The City of Bellevue Art and Cultural Facility Grant Program to fund capital projects by arts and cultural organizations in Bellevue, WA Donor Name: City of Bellevue State: Washington City: Bellevue Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/19/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Capital Projects include acquiring property, building new facilities, acquiring specialized equipment and other major building renovations. Facility Maintenance includes preventative maintenance and repairs to help preserve existing arts and cultural facilities. The City of Bellevue’s Art and Cultural Facility Grant Program includes two grant opportunities, one for Capital Projects and another for Facility Maintenance. Public Funding Requires a Public Benefit Washington law requires that individuals or organizations who receive public funding must provide public benefits. Examples of public benefits are: Free or reduced-fare tickets to public performances, exhibitions, workshops, screenings, or readings. Free scholarships to ongoing, fee-based arts education or training programs Accommodating services that expand access to arts and culture to underrepresented groups. Free, electronically accessible materials, including literary publications, audio, or video recordings. Funding Information For Capital Projects, eligible applicants can request any amount up to $499,999 for major building renovations and capital equipment purchases. For projects including land acquisition, existing facility acquisition, or construction of a facility, the request may be higher but must not exceed forty (40) percent of the total estimated project budget. For Facility Maintenance, eligible applicants can request any amount up to $499,999. Project Eligibility  Must be in Bellevue, Washington. Site control in various forms, depending on the project, will be required. For projects above $500,000 (Capital Projects for acquisition and construction), the applicant must attest to owning and operating facility for a minimum of ten (10) years after the application date. For acquisition, site control can include an executed purchase and sale agreement with the owner of the site with a closing date that is not more than twenty-four (24) months from the date of the applicant’s application. For projects below $499,999 (Capital Projects for renovation or capital equipment and Facility Maintenance), the applicant must attest to owning and operating facility for a minimum of five (5) years after the application date. If the applicant does not own the real property on which the subject facility is located, the applicant must attest in the application that the applicant has a long-term lease of at least five (5) additional years at the date of applying with options to review with the landlord, pursuant to which the applicant is responsible for maintenance and repair of the leased premises and attach a copy of such lease. Applications will not be considered for maintenance by landlords who may own a cultural facility leased out to an art or cultural nonprofit. Eligible Capital Projects include design, architectural, and engineering work; building permit fees; archaeological and historical review; construction labor and materials; demolition and site preparation; construction management (from external sources only and does not include grant writers, project managers or employees of the grantee); ADA accessibility or environmental improvements; historical preservation; information technology infrastructure (cables and wiring); acquisition of real property, explicitly purchased as part of a “turn-key,” construction or renovation project, as well as its associated costs (appraisal fees, title opinions, surveying fees, real estate fees, title transfer taxes, easements of record, and legal expenses); capitalized equipment specifically for art and cultural uses such as spring floors, stage lighting, or gallery display equipment, and building furnishings with a ten (10) or more year lifespan. Eligible Facility Maintenance projects include regular maintenance on existing building systems and structures such as a new roof, interior or exterior paint, HVAC, plumbing, elevators, and non-specialized and capitalized equipment replacement such as regular building lighting and flooring. Eligibility Criteria Must be a nonprofit organization in good standing for at least two years. “Good standing” means the nonprofit is financially solvent, current on its filings with the State of Washington and the IRS, has not filed for bankruptcy, and none of its members, directors, or officers have been criminally convicted or debarred from participating in federal contracts. Must attest to having a sustainable long-term financial model that is not dependent on any City funding to sustain the staffing of the applicant’s operations and that is not dependent on City funding to pay the cost of maintaining and repairing the facilities the applicant currently owns or intends to own. Must offer at least one cultural program or service open to the public and serving Bellevue residents. For more information, visit City of Bellevue.

The City of Lacey is currently accepting applications for its Human Services Grant Program. Donor Name: City of Lacey State:  Washington County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/26/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Focus Areas Housing: Expanding and upgrading affordable housing programs, emergency rental assistance, housing education, creating and maintaining supportive housing services Survival: Access to food, water, shelter, sleep, and clothing Security: Job training and placement, mental and physical health care, drug and alcohol recovery services, support in times of personal or family crisis, and transportation. Funding Information Up to $300,000 Eligibility Criteria  Non-profit human service providers serving Lacey community members are eligible for funding. For more information visit City of Lacey.

Applications are now being accepted for the Confluence Health & WVMG Community Partnership Grant Program Donor Name: Community Foundation of NCW State: Washington County: Chelan County (WA), Douglas County (WA), Grant County (WA), Okanogan County (WA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Community Partnership Fund, managed by the Community Foundation, aims to award each year in grants that: Focus on Health and Wellness, Education, and Arts and Culture. Promote education, especially events targeting math and science education. Have a significant benefit to the community. Drive positive economic impact in community. Funding Information The Community Partnership Fund Committee will review and determine awards, which will range between $1,000 – $15,000. Eligibility Criteria Applicants must be 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations (or fiscally sponsored), public agencies, and schools serving Chelan, Douglas, Grant, or Okanogan counties. Organizations are limited to one grant proposal for consideration per grant cycle. For public schools, applications are limited to one grant proposal per school building and one grant proposal for a district-wide request. Private schools are not eligible. Churches and faith based organizations, even for non-religious purposes, are not eligible for this grant program. Examples of requests that have been declined in the past: Wine-centric events Beauty pageants Individual/personal initiatives Large, national organizations that may not have local beneficiaries For more information, visit CFNCW.

The Community Foundation of NCW is excited to announce the New Legacy Funds Grant Program. Donor Name: Community Foundation of NCW State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: This grant program will focus on place-based, community-centered grant distribution to charitable organizations, meeting community needs throughout North Central Washington. This competitive grant program replaces the Regional Impact Grant and is the main source of grant funding from the Foundation for nonprofits throughout NCW. “Foundation have a Local Advisory Board for each Legacy Fund that has received training on how Community Foundation grants are reviewed and evaluated” said Jennifer Short, director of community grants at the foundation. “Each LAB also includes a foundation Trustee and staff to help direct and guide the process. They’re looking forward to including more community members in our grant-making process as they understand their community’s critical needs and enrichment opportunities best.” Focus Areas Arts, Culture, Humanities Community Service/Social Benefit Environmental/Animal Protection Health and Human Services Youth Development Eligibility Criteria  Legacy Fund Grants will provide unrestricted funding to nonprofits by geographic region in Cashmere, Chelan Valley, Methow Valley, Okanogan Valley, Upper Valley, and Wenatchee Valley. These funds have been established by donations from local individuals and families who wanted to create a meaningful legacy to their community. For more information, visit Community Foundation of NCW.

The City of Tacoma is seeking applications for its Grit City Trees Program to equitably grow happy and healthy neighborhoods through community tree planting. Donor Name: City of Tacoma State: Washington City: Tacoma Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/02/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Grit City Trees program has seen many iterations since 1993. In 2016, the program was revitalized with a dedicated focus on proper tree placement and selection, guidance on planting in the right of way, educational resources on long-term care and maintenance, and supplies to assist participants in tree watering. Through the Grit City Trees Program, approved applicants will receive: Free street trees to be planted in the right-of-way. Other supporting materials to help your trees thrive including: tree stakes, ties, TAGRO (compost), and watering supplies for the dry months. Free delivery of all trees and supporting materials. They are able to accommodate delivery of 150 trees. If tree requests exceed this amount, they will prioritize deliveries for: Neighbors who organize and apply together as a Neighborhood Group. Individual applicants in Priority Planting Areas. Remaining applicants must pick up trees and materials from the City’s plant holding facility. Application assistance, as needed. Planting assistance if needed – due to staffing constraints, this is available on a limited basis. Planting Permit submittal on your behalf, after application is approved. Criteria Though they prioritize applications, all Tacoma property owners with eligible right of way planting opportunities are still encouraged to apply. For more information, visit City of Tacoma.

This program provides funding of up to $5,000 to local organizations in Grays Harbor County for quick-impact projects that address community needs, such as educational materials, food supplies, and essential items for shelters.

This program provides funding to non-profit organizations, civic groups, and neighborhood groups in Ellensburg to address local needs and enhance community capacity through various projects.

This funding opportunity supports community-based projects in Ellensburg that enhance and protect surface water quality through education, outreach, and implementation efforts, specifically targeting volunteer groups and non-profits.

The Ellensburg City Council through the Community Grants Program desires to support community efforts to address community needs and build the capacity of the City of Ellensburg. Donor Name: City of Ellensburg State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/30/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: Goals Identified by City Council Foster civic engagement and involvement Develop responses and solutions which steward the community’s Health Environment Social network and resiliency Develop programs which support community asset building and provide outreach through education and information programs which support program goals. Grant Period All projects must be completed within two years of award. Eligible Expenses Personnel, professional services, supplies and materials, construction costs, public information and outreach for expenses within the 2024 calendar year. Eligible Location Within the City of Ellensburg Eligibility Criteria Non-profit organizations, civic groups, neighborhood groups. Partnerships among individuals and/or groups will also be considered. For more information, visit City of Ellensburg.

The Whidbey Community Foundation is seeking applications for its Community Health Grant Program to improve the quality of life on Whidbey Island. Donor Name: Whidbey Community Foundation State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: A wide range of factors influence how long and how well we live, including: opportunities for education, income and wealth, safe housing, and the right to shape policies and practices that impact our lives and futures.  Applicants may submit a proposal for a Community Health Grant in one of the four following areas: Health Behavior, including alcohol and drug use, diet and exercise, and tobacco use. Clinical Care, including health care access and quality. Social and Economic Factors, including education, employment, income, family and social support and community safety. Physical Environment, including air and water quality, housing, and transit. Funding Information Organizations can request up to $10,000 for a Community Health Grant.  Eligibility Criteria Any organization that operates with a charitable status or for a charitable purpose on Whidbey Island is eligible to apply for a grant. You do not need to have a headquarters or physical presence on Whidbey, so long as services are provided here. Whidbey Community Foundation does not award grants for the following ineligible organizations or purposes: Annual campaign appeals Endowments Individuals Political or lobbying activities Private operating foundations For-profit organizations Scholarships Religious organizations for sacramental or theological purposes For more information, visit Whidbey Community Foundation.

The Ellensburg Community Grant Program offers a water quality focused grant to encourage community-based projects that improve or protect the quality of surface waters. Donor Name: City of Ellensburg State: Washington City: Ellensburg Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:  08/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funded by the Stormwater Utility, the water quality grant provides funding for community groups to provide outreach, education, assessments, planning, implementation, prevention and control focused on city’s surface water. Water quality is commonly defined by its physical, chemical, biological, and aesthetic (appearance and smell) characteristics. A healthy environment is one in which the water quality supports a rich and varied community of organisms and protects public health. Grant funds are invested in projects that include one or more of the following priorities: Required: Demonstrate improvements in quality of surface waters. Educate a large and/or varied segments of Ellensburg’s population on what water quality is, and what actions they can take to improve or protect it. Educate best practices to reduce/eliminate adverse impacts to water quality. Funding Information A total of $10,000 is available for this grant cycle. Eligibility Criteria Eligible volunteer groups such as youth, seniors, non-profit organizations, educational organizations may apply for funding. Business and governmental partners are encouraged but may not be the applicant. Projects must benefit stormwater quality within the City limits, (i.e., public outreach and education, yard care, litter pick up, etc.). Projects must be within the city limits; if the project is on publicly owned property, an agreement will need to be signed between both parties addressing use of minors as volunteers, hold harmless, etc. Grant funds may not be used for projects that involve or promote the use of alcohol. For more information, visit City of Ellensburg.

The Legal Foundation of Washington’s (LFW) Native American & Tribal Communities Grant is designed to build and strengthen the capacity of civil legal aid services for Native and Tribal communities in Washington State. Donor Name: Legal Foundation of Washington State: Washington County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $500,000 to $1 million Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: LFW has partnered with Native and woman-led consulting firm, Kauffman and Associates, to create a culturally responsive and community-driven grant opportunity that includes an application review panel of community experts and on-going technical assistance. The foundation aim to: Expand civil legal aid programming for Native communities; Invest in Indigenous models and approaches to civil justice; Build long-lasting legal aid infrastructure, partnerships, and support for Native and Tribal communities; and Elevate promising legal aid strategies through collaborative learning. Funding Information LFW expects to award 5-10 grants ranging between $100,000 to $750,000 each. Project Period The grant term is three years: January 1, 2025-December 31, 2027. Eligible Grant Activities Proposals must be focused on civil legal aid work for low-income Native American clients in Washington State. Examples of eligible grant activities include: Peacemaking civil courts using traditional methods of restorative practice Partnerships between Tribal Courts and neighboring pro bono volunteer attorney programs Culturally responsive legal clinics embedded in trusted community-based organizations Eligibility Criteria LFW funds civil legal aid programs serving low-income families in Washington State. Types of eligible applicants include, but are not limited to: Tribal Nations, Tribal agencies, and Tribally chartered nonprofits Native-led nonprofits; Nonprofits serving Native American clients; and Collaborative proposals between multiple of the above listed types of organizations. For more information, visit LFW.

The City of Maple Valley is accepting applications from Maple Valley agencies and organizations that provide services and events within the community. Donor Name: City of Maple Valley State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/10/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Applicants will be evaluated in two different categories, Economic/Community Events and Human Services based on the type of services/events they contribute to the City.  Economic/Community Events Economic/Community Events have been separated into two sub-categories: Economic Events and Community Events.  The Economic Development Commission (EDC) will review the applications that are submitted for these sub-categories.  After review, the Commission will determine which organizations or agencies will be recommended to the City’s Finance Committee for grant funding.  The amount of funding to be awarded to each recipient will be based on an established amount allocated for each category or sub-category.  The EDC will inform the City’s Finance Committee of the results of this process.  Economic Event Grant To be eligible as an “Economic Event” grant applicant, the EDC will consider events from organizations which are registered as a non-profit corporation, attract participants and spectators from the region, state, and across the U.S., located outside of Maple Valley, bring significant value to the citizens of Maple Valley, and which serve valid municipal purposes (community participation, economic development).  Examples of previous grant recipients that would likely fall into this category include the Lake Wilderness Triathlon and the Be the Hope Walk. Community Event Grant To be considered a “Community Events” grant applicant, the EDC will consider events from organizations which are registered as a non-profit corporation, attract local participants and spectators, bring significant value to the citizens of Maple Valley, and which serve valid municipal purposes (community participation). Examples of previous grant recipients that would likely fall into this category include the Maple Valley Youth Symphony, the Creative Arts Council, and Maple Valley Days. Human Services The Finance Committee will retain responsibility for the Human Services process which includes reviewing submitted applications, determining which agencies will be recommended for grant funding and the amount of funding to be awarded to each recipient from an established amount allocated for this category. For more information, visit City of Maple.

This grant provides financial support to medical research and social service organizations in the Puget Sound area, focusing on projects that improve health, education, and humanitarian services for low-income individuals and vulnerable populations.

The City of Tacoma is soliciting proposals for its 2025-2026 Neighborhood and Community Services Grant Program. Donor Name: City of Tacoma State: Washington City: Tacoma Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:  07/02/2024 Size of the Grant: More than $1 million Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: The City is seeking a wide variety of groups to apply for 2025-2026 service contracts, including agencies and organizations that support youth, seniors, people experiencing homelessness, and much more. There are eight service categories that the City is prioritizing for the 2025-2026 funding cycle: Housing Services and Interventions Increase access to permanent, stable housing in order to end the cycle of homelessness. NCS will give priority consideration for applications that address one or more of the following: Address racial disparities through tailored service delivery Collaborative service delivery to holistically transition individuals experiencing homelessness to housing Provide a comprehensive range of supportive services that facilitates housing stability for the following populations at 60% Area Median Income (AMI): Persons who are homeless or at-risk of being homeless, including families with children Unaccompanied homeless youth or young adults Persons with disabilities, including behavioral health disabilities Veterans Senior citizens Domestic violence survivors Services under this department priority may include but are not limited to: Resources for households facing housing crises Integration of culturally competent and trauma-informed practices into programs Expanded services aimed at enhancing life skills and maintaining adequate housing with an emphasis on addressing racial disparities through increased housing stability for marginalized communities Encampment Response Increase access to resources through outreach and address public health and safety concerns. NCS will give priority consideration for applications that address one or more of the following: Address racial disparities through tailored service delivery Collaborative service delivery Trauma-informed, culturally competent service delivery Hours of services include weekends, evenings, and nontraditional working hours Services under this department priority may include but are not limited to: Navigation services that improve access for individuals to access shelter, housing, and/or healthcare services Outreach to people who are living in inhabitable spaces Immediate support to individuals in encampments Long-term solutions that will support individuals towards shelter alternatives and/or directly into stable housing options Domestic Violence Reduction and Prevention Increase best practices and data-informed strategies, that are culturally relevant, to reduce and prevent family and intimate partner violence. NCS will give priority consideration for applications that address one or more of the following: Address racial disparities through tailored service delivery Provide services that reduce family and intimate partner violence Provide trauma-informed, healing-centered services to the whole family Provide best practices and/or data driven strategies in service delivery model Services under this department priority may include but are not limited to: Services that increase access to resources, promote resiliency, and are culturally relevant Prevention and intervention services for the individual and family Licensed Mental and/or Behavioral Health Services, Certified Peer Counselor, or accreditation appropriate for the level of services being offered Support groups, classes, innovative practices that promote healing Building Resilience Against Violence and Exploitation (BRAVE)  Reduce the likelihood at-risk youth will become involved in criminal activity and violent crime. Utilize prevention, intervention, suppression, and collaboration efforts to foster safe neighborhoods and encourage community leadership. NCS will give priority consideration for applications that address one or more of the following: Address racial disparities through tailored service delivery. Focus on the Hilltop, Eastside, West of the Mall, and Hosmer communities, addressing the target age group of 30 years of age and younger Offer culturally responsive services for those under 30 years of age most effected by violence: Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) young men, girls/women, justice-connected youth, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and more (LGBTQ+) youth Provide data-informed strategies in service delivery model Demonstrate collaboration among community-based organizations  Conduct street outreach, when applicable  Demonstrate year-round program delivery, especially outside of school hours Provide individual service plans, goal setting and case management services Services under this department priority may include but are not limited to: Positive youth development opportunities that include one or more of the following: family engagement, education supportive services, financial literacy, mentorship, social and emotional learning opportunities, economic empowerment Crisis intervention services (i.e., Licensed Mental/Behaviors Health and Substance Use Disorder services, or accreditation appropriate for service delivery, Peer Certified Counseling supports, small groups, innovative healing centered programs) Early intervention for Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Navigation of basic need resources that remove barriers Innovative programs that promote protective factors and reduce risk factors Mental and behavioral health training Health and Health Care Improve health outcomes and equitable access to healthcare for all Tacoma residents. NCS will give priority consideration for applications that address one or more of the following: Address racial disparities through tailored service delivery Increase equitable access to health care for historically marginalized populations (i.e., BIPOC, LGBTQ+) by utilizing collaborative/coordinated services and system navigation Active engagement in community outreach when applicable Services that increase access to resources, promote health outcomes, and are culturally relevant Services under this department priority may include but are not limited to: Behavioral and/or mental health prevention, intervention, and treatment services Substance use disorder prevention, intervention, and treatment services Licensed Mental and/or Behavioral Health Services, Certified Peer Counselor, or accreditation appropriate for the level of services being offered Prenatal, maternal, and infant supports Transportation resources Navigation of supplemental resources for uninsured, underinsured, and undocumented individuals Mental and behavioral health training Equitable Food Access Increase access to nutritious meals and food options for all Tacoma residents. NCS will give priority consideration for applications that address one or more of the following: Address racial disparities through tailored service delivery Promote equitable access across all socio-economic demographics Active engagement in community outreach Services under this department priority may include but are not limited to: Delivery of nutritious and culturally relevant food Food education (i.e., food safety, nutrition, grocery budgeting and meal planning, etc.) Distribution of meals and essential products Mobile and stationary food banks and food pantries Complementary Services Provide individuals and families access to a continuum of tailored supports to prevent and end homelessness. NCS will give priority consideration for applications that address one or more of the following: – Address racial disparities through tailored service delivery Improve access and collaboration to resources and/or enhancements to Tacoma’s systems and services Services under this department priority may include but are not limited to: Navigation services that improve access for individuals to access shelter, housing, and/or healthcare services Legal services Workforce development programs Detox facilities and mental health, behavioral health, or substance-use treatment services Funding Information $8,000,000 to be split among various projects. The anticipated duration of the contract is up to a two-year period. Eligibility Criteria Respondents must demonstrate: Experience with the population requesting to serve Experience working in and with ethnically and culturally diverse communities Experience with data collection and reporting systems Knowledge of human services issues in the City of Tacoma Agency and/or fiscal agent must have: Washington State and City of Tacoma business license Been in business a minimum of two years Proven evidence-based best practices in programming For more information, visit City of Tacoma.