Community Resources

We maintain the following list of resources for cultural practitioners and other community members in King County.

Resources

Organizations

Funding

    Advice + Advocacy

  • Seattle Public Library

    Library to Business Program: Business & Nonprofit

      Access free classes and workshops, research tools, and business librarians trained to help with all aspects of business research.

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    • Startup 425

      Eastside entrepreneurship support

        Free info and downloads about building a business plan, one-on-one mentoring, educational programs, local service providers, and much more.

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      • The Vera Project

        COVID-19 Support

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

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        • 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.

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          • Artists + Creatives

          • Seattle-King County Public Health Best Starts for Kids

            Youth Healing Project 3.0

            • Deadline:
            • Amount: $9,999 per proposal
            • Eligibility: People age 14-24; funded projects need a 501c3 sponsor

            Funds for young people's projects to improve mental health, healthy coping, and the well-being. Open to creative ideas centering youth.

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          • City of Kirkland

            Youth Mini Grant Program

            • Deadline: Ongoing
            • Amount: $200-$1,000
            • Eligibility: 501c3 orgs, schools, or individuals

            For projects that benefit Kirkland teens. Applicants must have matching funds equal to or greater than those requested.

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          • City of Kent Arts Commission

            Give Me Culture Grants

            • Deadline: Ongoing
            • Amount: Up to $1,000
            • Eligibility: Projects/events in Kent, WA

            For individuals, organizations and community groups to produce projects and events that help broaden participation in arts and culture.

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          • Seattle Public Library

            Library to Business Program: Business & Nonprofit

              Access free classes and workshops, research tools, and business librarians trained to help with all aspects of business research.

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            • Historic Preservation

            • King County Natural Resources and Parks

              Conservation Futures Grant

              • Deadline:
              • Eligibility: Govt agencies, nature conservancy or historic preservation nonprofits.

              Buy or conserve parks and open spaces, for passive recreation and food security. Individuals may apply with agencies or nonprofits.

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            • Our Community

            • FEMA

              COVID-19 Funeral Assistance

              • Deadline:

              FEMA will provide financial assistance for COVID-19-related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020. Info available in multiple languages.

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            • 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.

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            • Small Businesses

            • City of Seattle Office of Economic Development

              Business Community Ownership Fund

              • Deadline: Ongoing
              • Eligibility: Seattle small business owners.

              A new investment model that secures fixed, affordable rents for business owners. Info available in multiple languages.

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            • City of Seattle Office of Economic Development

              Business Community Ownership Fund

                A new investment model securing affordable rent for businesses. Indicate interest via link below. Info available in multiple languages.

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              • King County Local Services

                Unincorporated King County (UKC) Storefront Repair Program

                • Amount: Up to $5,000
                • Eligibility: Small businesses (max 5 employees) in UKC.

                One-time grant to address damage to storefronts occupied by an operating business. Damage must have occurred after March 1, 2020.

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              • King County Local Services

                Unincorporated King County Economic Alliance

                • Eligibility: Individuals and small businesses with under 15 employees.

                $5.25 million is available to provide three recovery programs: Career Connector, Business Builder, and Community Innovator.

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              • City of Seattle Office of Economic Development

                Storefront Repair Fund

                • Amount: $2,000 awards
                • Eligibility: Eligibility info via the link below.

                Funding to repair storefront damages that occurred after 01/01/21, or to reimburse these costs. Info available in multiple languages.

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              • WA State Dept of Commerce: StartUp WA

                Small Business Resiliency Network

                  Culturally relevant assistance for business owners and organizations affected by COVID-19, whether you are open or closed.  

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                • WA State Dept of Commerce

                  Emergency Grants for Small Businesses

                    Information on any current pandemic-related grants. Recipients of federally-funded grants are required to have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).

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                  • Small Biz Help WA

                    Small Business Recovery Assistance in WA

                    • Eligibility: Available to small businesses and nonprofits in WA.

                    Look here for FAQs; how to find technical assistance, a lender, and training opportunities; and where to find more information.

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                  • Washington State Department of Commerce

                    Startup Washington

                      Small business resources to navigate the pandemic and recovery.

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                    • City of Bellevue

                      Business/Nonprofit Resources

                        Resources and info for artists and nonprofits, etc. Sign up for a weekly resources newsletter. Resources available in multiple languages.

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                      • Seattle Public Library

                        Library to Business Program: Business & Nonprofit

                          Access free classes and workshops, research tools, and business librarians trained to help with all aspects of business research.

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                        • OneEastside

                          OneEastside SPARK

                            Responsive programing and tools to address key areas of need amongst small businesses and non-profits in East King County.

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                          • 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.

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                            Basic Needs