COVID-19 Response Hub

Americans for the Arts

Resource and Response Center

Resources for organizations and individuals, field tools and research, equity and mental health, and reopening by state, county, and towns.

OneRedmond

Eastside Recovery Hub

Emergency tools, resources, and support. A hub of current information for our local businesses, our non-profits, and our citizens.

Seattle Good Business Network

Support Hub

Resources and information to support small businesses and our community; relief, promotion, and tools for local businesses to stay afloat.

Artist Trust

Resources

Emergency Funds; Housing Support; Unemployment Resources; Healthcare; Archived Webinars; and General Information.

International Sculpture Center

ISC Community Support

Welcome to our new resources page where we will post opportunities for COVID-19 support/relief as we learn about them.

Black Dot

COVID-19 Resources

Resources for creative entrepreneurs, freelancers, restaurants, nonprofits, etc. Contact Black Dot for information about their Mastermind Mondays webinar series.

Washington Festivals & Events Association

Information and Resources

WFEA board members, sponsors, vendors, and the membership network are here to offer support and guidance; includes a webinar archive.

Wh!psmart

Resources for WA Creatives and Creative Businesses

Information about accessing resources like rent and tax relief through government agencies, as well as grants for artists and nonprofits.

Artist at Risk Connection

Resources for Artists and Arts Organizations

Resources for artists and art-related professionals and organizations to find support.

Fractured Atlas

Emergency Resources for Artists

List of emergency resources for artists and arts organizations of all disciplines and designations.

Smithsonian Cultural Rescue Initiative

Resource Hub

The Heritage Emergency National Task Force has compiled relevant COVID-19 URLs from its members and other stakeholders.

Forecast Public Art

Artist Resources and Funding

A list of resources for artists, including emergency support.

BOMB Magazine

Closing the Distance: New Spaces for Community

BOMB’s ongoing list of online classes and tools, freelance resources, workshops, and livestreams to keep you company and engaged.

Inspire Washington

Advocacy & Resources

Arts education resources, government announcements and information and arts emergency funding.

Smithsonian Cultural Rescue Initiative

Resource Hub

The Heritage Emergency National Task Force has compiled relevant COVID-19 URLs from its members and other stakeholders.

City of Seattle Department of Neighborhoods

Secure historic buildings from vandals and theft

We recognize the impact this may have on communities and suggest employing only the measures that are absolutely necessary. 

National Trust Community Investment Corporation

COVID-19 Resources

Information on the CARES Act, resources for community development, and development finance; webinar archive.

Main Street America

Community Tools and Resources

Federal and national resources for business and nonprofit support as well as webinars and tips for Main Street districts.

Preservation Leadership Forum

Resources in Response to the Coronavirus

A range of resources for preservationists, museums, and historic sites. Additional resources are relevant to nonprofits.

Institute of Museum and Library Services

Coronavirus Updates

News and updates; government information and resources; and another list of resources for libraries and museums.

Western Museums Association

COVID-19 Resources

Resources to help you and your institution navigate your response and safely reopen; webinar archive link at the end.

cuseum

Webinars for Museums and Cultural Organizations

Topics range from virtual programming and education to remote internship programs, communications, membership, etc, during the pandemic.

Smithsonian Cultural Rescue Initiative

Resource Hub

The Heritage Emergency National Task Force has compiled relevant COVID-19 URLs from its members and other stakeholders.

Collections Stewardship

Resources for Collections

Resources regarding museum collections and COVID-19.

Accessibility and Disability Section of the Society of American Archivists

Archivists at home

The document addresses the needs of the archival community, such as temporary closure, working from home, and archival resilience.

Association of Children's Museums

Resources for Children’s Museums

Resources for reopening, online programming, administration, working remotely, fundraising and communications, networking, and an archive of webinars.

American Alliance of Museums

Resources and Information for the Museum Field

A guide to help museums prepare for outbreaks in their communities and navigate the broader impact of COVID-19.

National Center for Preservation Technology and Training

Technical Resources

Webinars and other resources on a variety of topics, in multiple languages.

American Library Association

Pandemic Preparedness

Library-specific policy suggestions and more universal resources on pandemic education, prevention, and preparation.

Solid Ground

Coronavirus Resources

Resources for food, housing, health, finances, legal aid, and other areas. Available in multiple languages.

City of Bellevue

Business/Nonprofit Resources

Ongoing development of resources and tools. Please document COVID-19 impacts to inform government relief efforts. Resources available in multiple languages.

Seattle Good Business Network

Support Hub

Resources and information to support small businesses and our community; relief, promotion, and tools for local businesses to stay afloat.

Black Dot

COVID-19 Resources

Resources for creative entrepreneurs, freelancers, restaurants, nonprofits, etc. Contact Black Dot for information about their Mastermind Mondays webinar series.

Duwamish Tribe

COVID-19 Resources

Information, resources, the latest news, and media updates. We thank you for caring about your community—staying home saves lives!

City of Renton, WA Economic Development Division

Renton Resource Guide

Existing resources and opportunities to help the small business community; includes resources in multiple languages.

Africatown Community Land Trust

Community Resources

We continue our commitment to assisting those most in need in our community with resources and technical expertise.

Road Map Project

Regional COVID-19 Resources

Resources for students, education and learning, advocacy, funding, food security, and places to donate to help vulnerable people.

Racial Equity Tools

Racial Equity and Social Justice Resources

Information that hopefully will help communities and activists as they work to understand and respond to the moment and beyond.

Native Americans in Philanthropy

Supporting Our Community

We are committed to providing credible information and resources to help Native nonprofits, organizations, and communities navigate unprecedented times.

OneAmerica

Resources for Immigrants / Recursos para Inmigrantes

Resources in WA State (some in multiple languages), so everyone in our communities has access to care and necessities.

Recursos para Comunidades Indocumentadas

National crowd-sourced list of resources, from financial to legal aid, mutual aid, medical and food access. En Español tambien.

Friends of Historic Belltown

Resources for Downtown Workers

A collection of government resources, legal support, health resources, as well as small business and artist resources for downtown workers.

City of Seattle

Resources for Community

Comprehensive list of resources, programs, and services that help residents significantly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Available in multiple languages.

Unitarian Universalist Service Committee

Immigrant Justice Accompaniment Skill-Share

A list of resources for advocates and allies who work in migrant accompaniment and immigration justice.

Restaurant Workers’ Community Foundation

Resources for Restaurants and Workers

Information and links to resources for restaurants and workers during the COVID-19 Emergency, as well as their own relief fund.

United Way of King County

COVID-19 Resources

This comprehensive list is updated regularly. A wide range of resources are provided, some in multiple languages. En Español tambien.

Donorbox Nonprofit Blog

COVID-19 Resource Center for Nonprofits

We share free resources on organizational continuity and fundraising, communications, human resources, and more.

Southside Seattle Chamber of Commerce

Southside Mitigation and Recovery Taskforce 

Finding real solutions to the challenges of COVID-19. Find a business reopening toolkit, the Saving Local campaign, and informational webinars.

Artist Up, Mentorly, King County, Seattle Office of Film and Music

Online Assistance Hub

Free, online consultations to help artists and arts organizations connect with pandemic resources and navigate a variety of processes.

City of Bellevue

Business/Nonprofit Resources

Ongoing development of resources and tools. Please document COVID-19 impacts to inform government relief efforts. Resources available in multiple languages.

OneRedmond

Eastside Recovery Hub

Emergency tools, resources, and support. A hub of current information for our local businesses, our non-profits, and our citizens.

Artist at Risk Connection

Resources for Artists and Arts Organizations

Resources for artists and art-related professionals and organizations to find support.

Greater Kirkland Chamber of Commerce

Kirkland Business Resources

We hope these links are helpful and this information helps you make more informed decisions and be better prepared.

Werxo

Video services for nonprofits

Reduced rates for nonprofits looking to create videos for outreach and fundraising. Contact directly for more details.

Nonprofit Finance Fund

Tools and Resources for Nonprofits

Insights, Tools and How-To Videos, Resources, SBA/PPP Resources, and Webinars. Recursos en español tambien.

Washington Nonprofits

Coronavirus Response Resources for Nonprofits

Updated regularly with information about finances, advocacy, dialoguing with funders, webinars, resources from our partners, etc.

Vashon Island Chamber of Commerce

Updates for Businesses

CARES Act for Small Businesses, other funding resources, operations and the workplace, as well as resilience and informational resources.

(re)Startup 425

Resources for Eastside businesses

We’re working to connect businesses and nonprofits to resources, provide one-on-one financial technical assistance, and share your ongoing business operations.

King County

King County Connects

This marketplace is designed to help businesses and nonprofits within King County to donate or request assistance during this crisis.

National Council of Nonprofits

Nonprofits and Coronavirus

We update this page regularly with the latest information and resources that nonprofits can use to prepare and respond.

Hispanic Federation

Resources for Nonprofits and CBOs

The Hispanic Federation provides resources available to their network of CBOs and other nonprofits. En Español tambien.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Accessing Charitable Endowment Funds to Address Critical Needs

This bulletin examines the laws that govern spending from charitable endowment funds, and options for organizations to access endowment assets.

WA State Arts Commission; OR Arts Commission; and Arts Idaho

Creative Borrowing for Your COVID-19 Comeback (Recorded 6/10/20)

Looking for ways to increase your organization’s stability and restart programming? Learn how fully secured borrowing can work for you.

Sound Community Bank

Check cashing assistance

We are cashing CARES Act stimulus checks free of charge, even for non-clients. 

Renton Regional Community Foundation

Response Fund

• Eligibility: Organizations in South King County

This fund will provide flexible financial support for basic needs, translation services, and to complement other public and private efforts.

King County Communities of Opportunities

Grants and Resources

Grant and financial resources for non-profits and community-based organizations in King County impacted by COVID-19.

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Chronicle Advice on How to Respond to Covid-19

Articles to help your nonprofit cope with the evolving crisis, keep your donors close, and secure crucial resources.

Independent Sector

CARES Act: How to Apply for Nonprofit Relief Funds

Help for nonprofit organizations and self-employed individuals to understand how the CARES Act applies to them and how to file.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

COVID-19 and the CARES Act

Information provide by industry, including foundations and nonprofits, among others.

4Culture

Reopen Toolkit

Resources to assist you in preparing your staff, volunteers, and facility to welcome back patrons.

Washington Festivals & Events Association

Information and Resources

WFEA board members, sponsors, vendors, and the membership network are here to offer support and guidance; includes a webinar archive.

UW Department of Communications

COVID-19 Pro-Bono Consulting

CommLead helps nonprofits, small businesses, and on-campus departments navigate the challenges of communicating in the face of this pandemic.

W.A.G.E.

Protocols for Institutions and Funders

A window of opportunity is opening to adopt protocols that build solidarity, increase transparency, and ensure more equitable resource distribution.

Streamer

Captioning, note-taking and translation

Real time captioning and translation for your virtual meetings. Free to all new users for one month.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

A Checklist for Employers Planning to Reopen

Considerations for employers planning the return to more normal operations. Some local restrictions require written policies or protocols.

Rooted in Rights

Virtual Meetings and Events Accessibility

Data shows disabled people are much less likely to use the internet, in part because inaccessibility remains a serious barrier.

Performing Arts Readiness

Emergency Preparedness Webinars

Free webinars, on-site training, and presentations at professional conferences on various topics related to emergency preparedness.

Forecast Public Art

Adapting in-person arts-based activities in the pandemic

A toolkit for artists, arts organizations, presenting organizations, etc. We will continue developing it based on open-source input from you.

City of Seattle Department of Neighborhoods

Secure historic buildings from vandals and theft

We recognize the impact this may have on communities and suggest employing only the measures that are absolutely necessary. 

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Resources to Help Nonprofits

Resources to save you time, help you plan swiftly, and keep you focused on your most pressing priorities.

Communities Rise: Partners for Thriving Organizations

COVID-19 Support

A range of resources and support for organizations and small businesses during the COVID-19 crisis.

Prepare. Respond. Serve.

Resources for Managing Organizations Online

 Resources for Team Collaboration and File Sharing; Leading and Managing Remote Teams; Cloud Security; Remote Access

Artist Up, Mentorly, King County, Seattle Office of Film and Music

Online Assistance Hub

Free, online consultations to help artists and arts organizations connect with pandemic resources and navigate a variety of processes.

501 Commons

PPP Loan Forgiveness Guidance

Tracking tools and free consultations and technical support for PPP Loan applications and forgiveness. Includes updated PPP loan forgiveness guidance.

Seattle Public Library

Library to Business Resources

Business librarians are trained to help nonprofits and individuals with grant research, as well as all aspects of business research.

Freelance Artist Consortium of Seattle

A union created by cultural workers from a wide range of disciplines, media, genres, and technicians in and around Seattle.

Business Impact NW and (re)Startup 425

Business Response Team

One-on-one technical assistance with accessing financial resources for businesses on Puget Sound’s Eastside. Multiple languages available.

SoCoCulture

Resource referral consultations in South King County

Staff listen to your needs with compassion and love for the arts, and help connect you to the right resources.

SOAR: Elevating Community Voice

Resource Needs Connection

Contact a staff member via the form; they will help connect young adults and families to resources. Google sign-in required.

Seattle Office of Arts and Culture

Cultural Space Rent Relief Offer

Rent Relief for cultural spaces in Seattle. Advice also available for independent cultural workers.

The Vera Project

COVID-19 Support

Fill out this quick form and we will connect you to the resources and information you need.

Washington Lawyers for the Arts

Legal Resources

We continue offering legal advice and legal education, to support the work of artists and arts organizations in Washington.

Arts Action Fund

Federal Arts Funding Opportunities for Nonprofit and Commercial Arts Organizations and Individual Artists

Info on accessing CARES Act funds from the perspective of a nonprofit, governmental agency, commercial company, self-employed artist, and taxpayer.

Washington Filmworks

Applying for WA Unemployment Benefits (Recorded on 5/5/20)

A video about applying for unemployment benefits as an individual artist. It is intended as support, not an official authority.

Seattle Public Library

Library to Business Resources

Business librarians are trained to help nonprofits and individuals with grant research, as well as all aspects of business research.

Seattle Art Workshops with Laurel & Gia

WA Artist and Creatives Mutual Aid

Pro bono assistance with: resumes; grant writing and application review; writing/editorial assistance; and finding your strengths in the new economy.

Sound Community Bank

Check cashing assistance

We are cashing CARES Act stimulus checks free of charge, even for non-clients. 

Africatown Community Land Trust

Build Africatown Response Fund

• Amount: $500 (housing security) or $1,000 (small business)
• Eligibility: For individuals' rent, mortgage payments, or small business expenses.

With a particular focus on individuals denied from other forms of relief, and those who contribute meaningfully to our community.

Forecast Public Art

Adapting in-person arts-based activities in the pandemic

A toolkit for artists, arts organizations, presenting organizations, etc. We will continue developing it based on open-source input from you.

Arts Administrators of Color Network

Arts Leaders of Color Emergency Fund

• Eligibility: BIPOC artists or administrators in financial need

Creatives practicing and teaching their art as well as the administrators who are supporting that art need our financial support..

Independent Sector

CARES Act: How to Apply for Nonprofit Relief Funds

Help for nonprofit organizations and self-employed individuals to understand how the CARES Act applies to them and how to file.

Villanova University: Albert Lepage Center

History in the Public Interest Grant

• Deadline: August 15, 2020
• Amount: $2,500 - $5,000 per award
• Eligibility: US-based scholars and/or institutions. BIPOC and underrepresented applicants encouraged.

Funding for projects that examine global histories and effects of pandemics, especially on structural inequality and understanding the current crisis.

Southside Seattle Chamber of Commerce

Southside Mitigation and Recovery Taskforce 

Finding real solutions to the challenges of COVID-19. Find a business reopening toolkit, the Saving Local campaign, and informational webinars.

Ingersoll Gender Center

COVID-19 Response Programs

Trans and Gender Diverse Community Financial Assistance Programs. Also weekly community calls on Sundays (5pm-7pm). RSVP via the link below.

One Fair Wage

Emergency Fund

• Eligibility: Service workers struggling amidst the pandemic

We are actively raising money to provide temporary cash gifts to workers as funding becomes available. En Español tambien.

Africatown Community Land Trust

Build Africatown Response Fund

• Amount: $500 (housing security) or $1,000 (small business)
• Eligibility: For individuals' rent, mortgage payments, or small business expenses.

With a particular focus on individuals denied from other forms of relief, and those who contribute meaningfully to our community.

Seattle Sounders and the RAVE Foundation

Seattle Sounders Relief Fund

• Amount: Up to $1000 for individuals; up to $7500 for organizations
• Eligibility: Neighborhoods of SODO, Pioneer Square, and Chinatown-International District.

Supports individuals, small businesses, and nonprofits located near CenturyLink Field, who are impacted by the 2020 MLS season postponement.

Autism and Race

Autistic People of Color Fund

• Amount: $100 - $500 per individual
• Eligibility: Autistic people of color inside and outside the US

The Fund for Community Reparations for Autistic People of Color's Interdependence, Survival, and Empowerment offers one-time microgrants.

Restaurant Opportunities Centers United

National Direct Financial Assistance

Listed below are national and city/state resources available to restaurant workers during the pandemic.

Scholarship Junkies

Relief Fund for WA Undocumented Folks

• Amount: $500-$1,000 per individual
• Eligibility: Residents of WA.

We provide direct economic support to individuals in our undocumented community whose main stream of income has been disrupted.

Main Street America

HartBeat of Main Street

Grants of $5,000 to $15,000 will be awarded to support brick-and-mortar small businesses in commercial districts as they enter the…

Southside Seattle Chamber of Commerce

Southside Mitigation and Recovery Taskforce 

Finding real solutions to the challenges of COVID-19. Find a business reopening toolkit, the Saving Local campaign, and informational webinars.

Seattle Public Library

Library to Business Resources

Business librarians are trained to help nonprofits and individuals with grant research, as well as all aspects of business research.

MRSC: Local Government Success

Small Business and Tenant Assistance Programs

Small business and tenant relief programs adopted by local governments in WA as a result of the pandemic.

King County Dept of Local Services

Technical assistance coaching and language support for small businesses

• Eligibility: Local businesses and chambers of commerce in unincorporated King County.

Owners and community business organizations that serve businesses in unincorporated King County can call or sign up for coaching.

Sound Community Bank

Check cashing assistance

We are cashing CARES Act stimulus checks free of charge, even for non-clients. 

Africatown Community Land Trust

Build Africatown Response Fund

• Amount: $500 (housing security) or $1,000 (small business)
• Eligibility: For individuals' rent, mortgage payments, or small business expenses.

With a particular focus on individuals denied from other forms of relief, and those who contribute meaningfully to our community.

Lendio

Federal Relief for Small Businesses

Advice on how to apply for the Paycheck Protection Program, help with matching to a SBA lender, and other resources.

Independent Sector

CARES Act: How to Apply for Nonprofit Relief Funds

Help for nonprofit organizations and self-employed individuals to understand how the CARES Act applies to them and how to file.

Washington Filmworks and Whipsmart

Social Safety Net Survey

Tell us about your challenges applying for government funds. We will develop and advocate for policy recommendations supporting creative industries.

Shunpike

COVID-19 Survey

Help us better understand the financial impacts of the crisis, so we can prioritize our efforts to meet your needs.

Freelancers Union

COVID-19 Follow-up Member Survey

We'd like to learn more about freelancers' ability to access to government relief, to help us target our advocacy work.…

OneRedmond

Local Business Impact Survey

OneRedmond is gathering information from local small businesses about your urgent needs, to better advocate for federal and state funding.

Seattle Independent Artist Sustainability Effort

Economic Impacts

Three different surveys for independent artists, producing groups/collectives (without a venue), and performance/event venues.

Shunpike

COVID-19 Survey

Help us better understand the financial impacts of the crisis, so we can prioritize our efforts to meet your needs.

National Council of Nonprofits

Nonprofits’ experiences with Paycheck Protection Program loans

We're gathering real-time information about your experiences to help us find common problems that require system fixes or collective action.

Pacific NW Maritime Heritage Council

Impact survey

To determine the economic, social, and programmatic impact on our coastal marine science, museum, and maritime heritage communities.

OneRedmond

Local Business Impact Survey

OneRedmond is gathering information from local small businesses about your urgent needs, to better advocate for federal and state funding.

Seattle Independent Artist Sustainability Effort

Economic Impacts

Three different surveys for independent artists, producing groups/collectives (without a venue), and performance/event venues.

Eastside Arts and Culture Coalition and 4 Eastside Cities

Arts Audience Participation Survey (Eastside)

Help gauge audience comfort with future in-person experiences, and what other virtual/alternative display methods are valued. Multiple languages available.

OneAmerica

How have you been affected by the pandemic?

This survey will help us understand what our communities most need. En Español también.

Seattle Independent Artist Sustainability Effort

Economic Impacts

Three different surveys for independent artists, producing groups/collectives (without a venue), and performance/event venues.

Common Field

Common Field

Share your ideas, needs, and questions around how we might best organize to support individuals and organizations.

Artist Relief

Monday Wellness Series

A weekly video series about wellness led and created by artists from a broad spectrum of creative practices.

Creative Capital

Online Arts Events

Events that moved online because of the crisis, listed in an effort to support artists, arts professionals, and cultural organizations.

Live Music Project

Livestream Music Events

Listing livestreamed events happening anywhere in the world, and future live events in the Puget Sound area *only*

Degenerate Art Ensemble

Art Online streaming

Think of this as *ONE* place that you can go to to find great online happenings during this insane time.

Kent Community Foundation

Community Organizing Conversations

The Kent Community Foundation supports cultural arts and education through grants and scholarships. Calls are conducted via Zoom.

Arts, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation Lab (Indiana University)

New. Not Normal. (Recorded 6/8/20)

Virtual symposium about entrepreneurship, innovation, and reimagining the creative sector post COVID-19.

Grantmakers in the Arts

Coronavirus Response: Building a Future That Reimagines Systems for Justice (live 6/16/20)

A 90-minute webinar addressing how funders are working together to re-create new systems of power and practice.

Art World Conference

Building a Foundation for Your Financial Future (Recorded 6/9/20)

A 60-minute webinar offering information to artists, art administrators, and freelancers about preparing financially for crisis.

Center for Cultural Innovation

PPP Forgiveness: The Final Battle (Recorded 6/4/20)

A webinar summarizing newest guidance regarding PPP Forgiveness and other information regarding the CARE’s Act’s Paycheck Protection Program.

WA State Arts Commission; OR Arts Commission; and Arts Idaho

Creative Borrowing for Your COVID-19 Comeback (Recorded 6/10/20)

Looking for ways to increase your organization’s stability and restart programming? Learn how fully secured borrowing can work for you.

Wh!psmart

List of webinars for creatives and creative businesses

Webinars and other resources on a variety of topics relevant to creatives, artists' small businesses, and other creative businesses.

Black Dot

COVID-19 Resources

Resources for creative entrepreneurs, freelancers, restaurants, nonprofits, etc. Contact Black Dot for information about their Mastermind Mondays webinar series.

Washington Festivals & Events Association

Information and Resources

WFEA board members, sponsors, vendors, and the membership network are here to offer support and guidance; includes a webinar archive.

Seattle Film Summit

Filling the Void Series (live on Thursdays, weekly archived videos)

Access industry insiders and info about funding sources every Thursday from Noon-1pm; produced with the Albuquerque Film & Music Experience.

Center for Disaster Philanthropy

Place-based Grantmakers and Investing in Local Communities (Recorded 5/12/20)

This series addresses issues such as getting money out the door quickly, supporting vulnerable populations, and investing in local communities.

AASLH

Webinar Archive

Recordings of AASLH Live Webinars, online presentations, and discussions typically lasting 60 to 90 minutes.

Performing Arts Readiness

Emergency Preparedness Webinars

Free webinars, on-site training, and presentations at professional conferences on various topics related to emergency preparedness.

cuseum

Webinars for Museums and Cultural Organizations

Topics range from virtual programming and education to remote internship programs, communications, membership, etc, during the pandemic.

Renton Chamber of Commerce

Renton Live! (Recorded 4/22/20)

Updates from municipal leaders on their crisis response, as well as a variety of performances and presentations.

One Redmond

Helping Independent Contractors and Gig Workers Navigate the CARES Act Webinar (Recorded 4/16/20)

The financial crisis resulting from the current pandemic is devastating independent contractors, self employed artists, freelancers, and gig workers' livelihoods.

Port of Seattle

Small Business Relief Webinars

Calendar of webinars as well as resources by community partners to support small businesses.

Connecting to Collections Care

Collections Care in the Age of COVID-19 (Recorded 4/6/20)

Preservation librarians, conservators, and other experts speaking on storage, standards, disaster plans, and the challenges of working from home.

HowlRound Theatre Commons

Financial Strategies for Freelance Artists in a Time of Crisis (Recorded 3/26/20) – ASL Captioned

Covers both practical and philosophical/emotional elements of financial preparedness, with resources and support for individual artists.

HowlRound Theatre Commons

Artists in a Time of Global Pandemic (Recorded 3/16/20) – ASL Captioned

Artists, arts administrators, and others from around the US discuss how COVID-19 is impacting freelance artists, and where to look…

Grantmakers in the Arts

Emergency Preparedness and Response Webinar (Recorded 3/19/20) – ASL captioned

Hear from organizations who have started fundraising, as well as people in cultural communities with experience responding to large-scale emergencies.

Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce

Keep Calm and Carry Out Hub

A hub for restaurant take-out info for Burien, SeaTac, Des Moines, Tukwila, Normandy Park, and Kent.

USA Today with Gannett

Local Business List by Town

Support local businesses by buying gift cards to redeem later. A form is included to add your favorite local businesses.

Support Pioneer Square

Online shopping for art, fashion, food and drink, health and beauty, home and life, and tours and services.

WA Tourism Alliance

Buy Now, Play Later

Support your favorite Washington small businesses and their employees by purchasing a gift certificate online or over the phone.

City of Seattle

Puget Sound area restaurants

Crowd-sourced map of restaurants in the Puget Sound area offering take out and/or delivery. Includes an email to add information.

Seattle Refined

Restaurants with to-go, delivery, or no-contact options

If you eat out often, consider continuing this routine via delivery or pick-up. Descriptions of available restaurants throughout Puget Sound.

Seattle Chinatown-ID and South End POC Owned Restaurants w/Food Delivery

Giant Google spreadsheet with multiple tabs for different neighborhoods.

Seattle Symphony

Online Broadcasts

The musicians of the Seattle Symphony have generously volunteered to share free broadcasts with everyone during this time of uncertainty.

King County Local Food Initiative

Support for flower growers in King County

Interviews with local farmers; scroll to the end for ways you can support them and buy flowers.

School of Acrobatics & New Circus Arts

Online Acrobatics and Circus Classes

SANCA is offering accessible online classes including juggling, yoga, ballet, hoop flow and more.

Dancing Alone Together

Dance classes, creative opportunities, and footage

A calendar of live-streamed classes, creative prompts and opportunities, and footage from companies, presenters, and venues around the world.

The Studio: Dance and Movement

Online Classes

ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, jazz funk, contemporary, belly dance, abarre, hip hop cardio, 1980s cardio, stretch & strength

Arcadia

Online Classes

These classes are open to anyone and include pilates-based core exercises, ballet, and stretching/wellness.

La Vida Dance

Virtual Dance and Fitness Classes

We are thrilled to offer virtual dance and fitness classes to all! Adult and Youth classes.

Velocity

Online Dance Classes

We are live-streaming classes and are creating exciting online opportunities for our community to come together.

American Dance Institute

Live-Stream Dance Classes

Interactive dance classes for all of our adult and child students, with new class material each week. 

YMCA

YMCA 360: On-Demand Videos

YMCA 360 matches your lifestyle with a growing library of online videos for you and your family.

Museum Computer Network

The Ultimate Guide to Virtual Museum Resources, E-Learning, and Online Collections

This list will be continually updated with examples of museum and museum-adjacent virtual awesomeness.

We Are Teachers

Children’s Authors Doing Online Read-Alouds and Activities

Many of our favorite authors are offering online read-alouds and activities on social media.

Amazing Educational Resources

Free Subscriptions to Education Companies

Many education companies are offering free subscriptions due to school closings. Listed by subject, age range, type of service, etc.

Smithsonian: National Museum of African History and Culture

African American History and Culture

Explore moments of history with objects, documents, imagery, and videos; inspire users to see themselves as change agents.

E3 Washington

DIY ESE Learning

Outside activities; online environment and sustainability reading; online games, virtual field trips and videos; etc.

SOL TV - An Escape

Share your work via SOL TV

Solo in Solidarity sign up form. An email confirmation gives details about your time-slot and FB event schedule listing.

Vashon Center for the Arts

VCA T.V.

Videos about the Vashon Center for the Arts gallery, lectures, performances, local musicians, dance, and classical music.

Stop AAPI Hate

Take a stand against harassment and other incidents of racism targeting Asian Americans. Incident report forms in multiple languages.

Mike Russell

Coronavirus Emergency Recording Studio Setup

Tips and advice on hardware, software, and tools for a professional  Coronavirus emergency recording studio setup.

Indian Country Today

Bored? This Indigenous list is for you

Here’s a starting list of streaming shows, audiobooks, YouTubers and podcasts to take advantage of the isolation time upon us.

Ximena Varela - American University

COVID-19 Art Stories

Throughout history, cultural workers have expressed the effects of pandemics. Share your story in any language. En español también.

On The Boards

On The Boards TV

First-of-its-kind portal for viewing full-length, high-quality performance films on your TV, desktop, or laptop. A streaming subscription service and archive.

NDN Collective

Decolonizing Community Care in Response to COVID-19

Responding to the COVID-19 pandemic responsibly, Indigenously.

The Social Distancing Project

The Social Distancing Festival

Celebrating art from all over the world, showcasing amazing talent, and coming together as a community.

Northwest Folklife

Living Legacies Toolkit

To help celebrate their 50th anniversary next year, and bring their community together this year despite postponing the festival.

U.S. Department of Arts and Culture

Art Became the Oxygen: An Artistic Response Guide

Incorporates first-person guidance from respected voices deeply engaged in artistic response from Katrina to Ferguson, Sandy to Standing Rock.

SPACE 101.1

Arts on the Air

People-powered, arts-oriented radio for Northeast Seattle and beyond. Broadcasting from Magnuson Park.

King County Public Health

Expanded free testing in south King County

Located at Sea Mar Community Health Centers (South Park), HealthPoint (Auburn), and at UW Mobile Clinic (Auburn City Adventist Church).

Black Lives Matter Seattle-King County

Protest Safety Guide

Information on mitigating the risk of contracting coronavirus while protesting, monitoring symptoms afterward, and more.

City of Seattle

Free COVID-19 Testing for Protesters

If you attended recent protests, assume you have been exposed. You are strongly urged to get tested, even without symptoms.

Community-sourced

Capitol Hill Protest Support Map

Where to get masks, water, food, medical attention, and more when protesting in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood.

Seattle + King County Public Health

Answering Questions About Protests and COVID-19

The murder of George Floyd comes on top of the stress, burden, and illness being inequitably experienced by Black, Indigenous,…

QueerCare

Minimizing Risk of COVID-19 While Demonstrating

If you attend any direct actions, please follow these protocols carefully to minimize risk to you and the people in…

Artwork Archive

How to Experience Art and Culture During Coronavirus

Use the arts to travel and explore, connect, and communicate—all from your home.

Mental Floss

12 World-Class Museums You Can Visit Online

The digital age made it possible to visit some of the world’s most famous museums from your home.

The Guardian

10 of the world’s best virtual museum and art gallery tours

Various platforms, from interactive 360-degree videos and full “walk-around” tours with voiceover descriptions to slideshows with zoomable photos.

Whitney Museum of American Art

How to Whitney From Home

Explore American art of the 20th century to today on our website and social media.

National Trust for Historic Preservation

11 National Trust Historic Sites and National Treasures

To facilitate every armchair traveler who is staying safe at home right now, here's  some of our favorite virtual tools.

ArtsWA

Women Artists in WA’s Public Art Collection

Learn about the history of women by exploring their stories through art, from Washington’s State Art Collection.

Employment Security Department

Unemployment-Insurance Benefits FAQ

Find the answers to all of your unemployment questions with the Washington Employment Security FAQ page.

Washington Filmworks

Applying for WA Unemployment Benefits (Recorded on 5/5/20)

A video about applying for unemployment benefits as an individual artist. It is intended as support, not an official authority.

Artist Up, Mentorly, King County, Seattle Office of Film and Music

Online Assistance Hub

Free, online consultations to help artists and arts organizations connect with pandemic resources and navigate a variety of processes.

Seattle Public Library

Your Next Job

Free one-on-one help with your job and unemployment questions by phone, online or text messaging.

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Guide to coronavirus mortgage relief options

Information on what to do now, and what your options are for mortgage and rental relief. En Español también.

Worksource Seattle-King County

Essential Workforce Needs

Essential workforce needs in response to societal changes have prompted hiring increases for grocery stores, cleaning companies, government services, etc.

United Way of King County

COVID-19 Resources

This comprehensive list is updated regularly. A wide range of resources are provided, some in multiple languages. En Español tambien.

Washington State Department of Agriculture

Resources for Small and Direct Marketing Farms

Direct responses and ongoing programs for small and direct marketing farms and food businesses.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

SNAP, called Basic Food in Washington, helps people with low incomes by providing monthly benefits to buy food.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services

State Food Assistance Program

FAP is the state food assistance program that provides benefits to legal immigrants who are not eligible for the SNAP.

FreshEBT

Food Stamp (SNAP) Eligibility

Food stamp eligibility is complicated, and the rules change often. This page is a good place to get started.

King County

Regional Animal Services of King County

For pet owners experiencing economic hardships, our community pet food banks are open.

Washington State

Pandemic EBT (P-EBT)

• Eligibility: Families whose child(ren) or schools were approved for free/reduced lunch

For families needing funds for meals during C19 school closures. Apply by Aug 31, if you don't currently have EBT.

Solid Ground

Coronavirus Resources

Resources for food, housing, health, finances, legal aid, and other areas. Available in multiple languages.

Lifelong

Chicken Soup Brigade

• Eligibility: For people living with serious illness, HIV, and homebound seniors.

We are offering pre-packaged grocery bags to help reduce the risk of the virus. More eligibility info via the link.

United Way King County and Food Lifeline

Food Bank Home Delivery Ordering Form – Seattle, North and East King County

• Eligibility: People unable to afford groceries or visit local food banks.

We deliver preset 15-25lb boxes of shelf-stable foods. One box is intended to feed 4 people for approx 2-4 days.

Artist Trust

WA State Food Bank Map

A resource for finding alternative food sources during the COVID-19 pandemic.

City of Seattle

Emergency Food Resources Map in King County

You can also call 2-1-1 to find out more about these and other heath and human services across King County.

South King Food Fighters

Request meals or volunteer to help

• Eligibility: People in Renton or Tukwila

We are working with local organizations to match volunteers for food delivery and other food related needs to individuals.

King County Local Food Initiative

Supporting innovative farmers through CSAs, online markets, and farm stands

Information and resources for buying fresh, local food through online ordering, delivery services, and new pickup locations.

Farm King County

Coming together to support the farm and food industry

For farms, food businesses, and consumers. Financial resources, meeting health directives, market opportunities, and how to access fresh local food.

Seattle Humane

Pet Food Bank Map

Donated pet food delivered by volunteers to low-income senior housing complexes and food banks throughout the region.

Musang

Musang Community Kitchen

Dedicated to providing food for those in need. Pick up in the North Beacon Hill neighborhood (Seattle). Donation info included.

Food Print

How to Support Sustainable Food Systems

Our food system has been radically disrupted. Here are some things you can do to champion a better food system.

Prison Scholar Fund

Food Boxes For Our Formerly Incarcerated Neighbors

Food boxes available to formerly incarcerated folks. Preset 24-pound variety boxes, apples (30-35 per person), and preset box lunches.

Food Lifeline

Map of Food Resources in WA

Food banks, food pantries, or hot meal programs. Free to you, even if you don't qualify for SNAP or EBT.

Seattle Food Committee

Seattle Food Banks

Map of food banks in Seattle, with a downloadable directory.

Solid Ground

Coronavirus Resources

Resources for food, housing, health, finances, legal aid, and other areas. Available in multiple languages.

King County

Black Mental Health Matters

Culturally relevant support is available locally and online. Partners across King County develop a list of emotional well-being resources.

Review.com

Protecting Your Kids and Home

Info on how to protect your kids, how to sanitize and stay safe, best practices, and an emergency contact template.

King County Public Health

Expanded free testing in south King County

Located at Sea Mar Community Health Centers (South Park), HealthPoint (Auburn), and at UW Mobile Clinic (Auburn City Adventist Church).

Neighbor Care Health

COVID-19 Response

Offering phone appointments for non-urgent health issues, emergency dental care, and interpretation services.

City of Seattle

Free COVID-19 Testing for Protesters

If you attended recent protests, assume you have been exposed. You are strongly urged to get tested, even without symptoms.

King County Immigrant and Refugee Program

What Immigrant Communities Need to Know

COVID-19 Public Charge in fifteen languages, advice for going to the doctor, and your rights when accessing health services.

The American Psychiatric Association

Working Remotely

This resource provides practical tips on taking care of our mental health and well-being while working remotely.

Washington State Department of Health

Temporary Worker Housing

Resources and housing services for temporary workers and migrant farm workers.

The Association of Washington Housing Authorities

Find a Housing Authority

AWHA envisions a future where the opportunity for decent, safe, and affordable housing is achievable for all Washingtonians.

Multi Family Housing

Rental Assistance for Tenants in Washington State

List of state and county resources for rental assistance during COVID-19.

Need Help Paying Bills

Rent Assistance in Seattle and King County

Locate information on resources that may be able to offer rental assistance in Seattle and King County Washington.

Solid Ground

Coronavirus Resources

Resources for food, housing, health, finances, legal aid, and other areas. Available in multiple languages.

Artist Up, Mentorly, King County, Seattle Office of Film and Music

Online Assistance Hub

Free, online consultations to help artists and arts organizations connect with pandemic resources and navigate a variety of processes.

MRSC: Local Government Success

Small Business and Tenant Assistance Programs

Small business and tenant relief programs adopted by local governments in WA as a result of the pandemic.

Mutual Aid Disaster Relief

Mutual Aid Pandemic Disaster Relief Resources

Do-It-Ourselves Resources (General, Health and Wellness, Rent and Other Strikes, and “Solidarity/Cooperative Economy" and Mutual Aid lists, by location.

American Friends Service Committee

How to create a mutual aid network

Steps to take to create a network for mutual aid to help keep everyone in your community safe and healthy.

Indigenous Mutual Aid

Solidarity and Ceremony Not Charity

• Eligibility: Indigenous organizers from throughout what we recognize as Turtle Island

An information/support network with an anti-colonial and anti-capitalist framework. We exist to inspire and empower autonomous Indigenous relief organizing.

King County

King County Connects

This marketplace is designed to help businesses and nonprofits within King County to donate or request assistance during this crisis.

Eastside Mutual Aid

South King County and Eastside Mutual Aid “Request Support” Form

• Eligibility: People who are survivors, sick and disabled, immunocompromised, and/or undocumented.

To have groceries dropped off, please complete this form. Support for black, queer, indigenous, and/or people of color.

Eastside Mutual Aid

South King County and Eastside Mutual Aid “Offer Support” Volunteer Form

• Eligibility: Reside in South King County and the Eastside.

Mutual aid support for survivors, sick & disabled, immunocompromised, undocumented, black, queer, indigenous, and or people of color.

Mutual Aid Solidarity Network

Seattle area “Offer Support” Volunteer Form

Please use this form if you would like to help make deliveries. Offered in multiple languages.

TechImpact

Technology Training for Nonprofits

Live and scheduled training sessions to help your nonprofit do more with technology.

King County Library System

Technology and Job Skill Courses

Video courses teach skills and software knowledge for IT, business, web design and development, education, and more.

Kent School District

Free Hotspots from KSD

Kent School District will provide free WiFi hotspots for our students and families in need while supplies last.

Bellevue School District

Technology Support for Students and Families

Base stations for wireless internet access (hotspots) and laptops are available for student use.

Seattle School District

Free Internet Services for Students

This summer, Seattle Public Schools (SPS) is helping students and their families connect to the internet!

WAVE

Internet First Program

The Internet First program is affordable Internet designed to help people in low-income households have reliable access to the internet.

City of Seattle

Seattle Information Technology

Low-cost internet access for residents.

PCs for People

Refurbished Desktops, Laptops, Internet and Accessories

PCs for People offers its refurbished computers and low-cost internet in-stores and online for non-profits and individuals.

3R Technology

Recycle or Refurbish Retired Technology

White-glove service for recycling electronics and assistance with e-waste recycling.

The National Digital Inclusion Alliance

Free and Low-Cost Internet Programs

The NDIA is a voice for home broadband access, public broadband access, personal devices, local technology training and support programs.

ConnectAll

Low-Cost Electronic Marketplace

Nonprofit organizations and people who meet certain low-income criteria are eligible to purchase affordable electronic devices.

InterConnection

Non-Profit Technology Discounts

We offer special discounts to nonprofits and run an affordable technology program through our low income store.

EveryoneOn

Low-Cost Internet Service and Computers

We help bring low cost internet and computer offers to those who need them.

Atlas Networks

Local internet and phone service

Commercial and residential internet and phone service. No contracts or bandwidth caps, plus a price-lock guarantee for 5 years.

Seattle BIPOC Organic Food Bank

Seattle BIPOC Organic Food Bank

Food and health disparities are some of the worst results of racism and classism. Donating helps us feed our communities.

Operation Sack Lunch

Give the Gift of Food Security

100% of your donation is used to prepare no-cost, nutritionally dense, culturally appropriate meals for those most in need.

GoFundMe campaign organized by Ryan Dwyer

Fine Dine Front Lines

We stimulate restaurants with business by placing orders of 100 meals, and delivery them to front line workers for free.

Communities in Schools Renton-Tukwila

COVID-19 Emergency Fund

This fund addresses the immediate needs of economically vulnerable populations; families need food, rental/utility assistance, gas cards, etc.

Renton Regional Community Foundation

Response Fund

This fund provides flexible financial support to organizations in South King County working with some of the most vulnerable communities.

Africatown Community Land Trust

Africatown Fund (Central District, Seattle)

Your donation will add to our housing assistance fund, so we can continue our impactful community work during this time.

Historic Seattle

Help keep our tenants in their spaces

We've kept our partners and tenants from losing their homes, offices, or performances spaces; we need help to continue. 

GoFundMe Campaign organized by Kirkland Chamber Small Business Relief

Kirkland Small Business Relief Fund

This fund aims to provide immediate financial assistance to Kirkland’s hardest hit small businesses and small nonprofits.

FreeFunder Campaign organized by Jeannie Rakamnuaykit

Busker Relief Fund

Help support the singers, dancers, pianists, magicians and other artists who regularly perform at Seattle’s Pike Place Market.

Eastside Mutual Aid

South King County and Eastside Mutual Aid

Raising funds to support survivors, sick & disabled, immunocompromised, undocumented, black, queer, indigenous, and or people of color.

GoFundMe Campaign, organized by Rosario Lopez and 2 others, on behalf of M Mork

Survival Fund for the People

• Eligibility: Priority given to those most vulnerable in King County.

Help fund folks providing grocery/supply deliveries. They expect to also run errands, walk dogs, and provide caregiving and mental/emotional support.

GoFundMe Campaign, organized by Ijeoma Oluo and 3 others on behalf of LANGSTON

Seattle Artist Relief Fund

• Eligibility: Priority may given to artists from systemically economically disadvantaged communities.

Help support those in the greater Seattle arts community who have been financially impacted by cancellations due to COVID-19.

GoFundMe Campaign, organized by Guadalupe M.M and 2 others, on behalf of Rent Fund For Undocumented People.

Relief Fund for Undocumented People

• Eligibility: Undocumented folks in the Seattle area.

Help support a fund that is actively reaching out to undocumented communities in Seattle.

GoFundMe Campaign, organized by Dane Garfield Wilson and 2 others

Re-bar Family Unite Fundraiser

Help support Re-bar, an iconic historical alternative theater and underground music nightclub with a focus on LGBTQIA/ QTPOC events.

GoFundMe Campaign organized by the Arts Administrators of Color Network

Arts Leaders of Color Emergency Fund

• Eligibility: BIPOC artists or administrators in financial need

Creatives practicing and teaching their art as well as the administrators who are supporting that art need our financial support.

A member of the PPECoalition

Find the Masks

Find where you can donate your masks or other personal protective equipment (PPE) in your local area.

Restaurant Workers' Community Foundation

Emergency Relief Fund

Help support funding for individual restaurant workers; nonprofit organizations serving restaurant workers in crisis; and zero-interest loans for restaurants.

Artist Relief Tree

Relief Fund for Artists

As funds land in the account, redistribution to artists in need will occur on a first-come-first-serve basis.  

Musicians Foundation

Emergency Aid Grant Program

• Eligibility: Professional musicians with 5+ years experience.

Please help us support professional musicians during this crisis. Many thousands of performers, educators, and composers have no work. 

CERF+ The Artists Safety Net

COVID-19 Response Fund

CERF+ is currently providing funds to artists who require intensive medical attention due to COVID-19.

Na'ah Illahee Fund

Native Community Crisis Response Fund

Immediate and direct assistance for our grantees working to respond to the crisis throughout Washington State and the Pacific Northwest.

Front and Centered

Frontline Response Fund

Provides immediate assistance to our grantee grassroots organizations, led by and based in communities of color, throughout WA.

Big Table

Ways to Care as an Individual or Family

Ideas focused on those in the restaurant and hospitality industry because they are among the most vulnerable now.