COVID-19 Response Hub
As COVID-19 continues to impact the King County, WA cultural sector, we'll share information on funds, resources, and more support right here.

If you anticipate a barrier to your participation due to limited English writing ability, visual impairment, or would like to request assistance to access this application, please contact us at hello@4culture.org, 206-296-7580, or TTY 711.
Si usted cree que pueda tener un obstáculo para participar debido a su capacidad limitada de escritura en inglés, discapacidad visual o si desea solicitar asistencia para acceder a esta aplicación, contáctenos en hello@4culture.org, en el (206) 296-7580 o TTY 711.
如需要英语阅读写作协助、因视力障碍或任何残疾而需协助填写或其他说明材料、或需要其他关于申请表格的协助服务,请通过电话(206 296 7580 或 TTY 711)或电邮(hello@4culture.org)与我们联系。
This project was supported by a grant awarded by the US Department of the Treasury. Points of view in this document are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the US Department of the Treasury.
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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.
Details ›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.
Details ›OneEastside
OneEastside SPARK
Responsive programing and tools to address key areas of need amongst small businesses and non-profits in East King County.
Details ›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.
Details ›City of Renton, WA Economic Development Division
Renton Resource Guide
Existing resources and opportunities to help the community and small business; includes resources in multiple languages.
Details ›Greater Kirkland Chamber of Commerce
Kirkland Business Resources
Resources for small businesses, linked from WA State, King County, and the City of Kirkland. Includes info on restaurant delivery.
Details ›Inspire Washington
Advocacy & Resources
Arts education resources, government announcements and information and arts emergency funding.
Details ›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.
Details ›Main Street America
Main Street Forward: A Roadmap for Recovery
Welcome to our COVID-19 recovery-oriented resource center, featuring free recovery planning tools, research, advocacy efforts, and best practices.
Details ›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.
Details ›American Institute for Conservation
Pandemic Collection Care
A list of resources compiled for conservators and collections care professionals.
Details ›Western Museums Association
Reopening Resources
Resources, recommendations, and guidelines for your adaptation and use as you and your institution work to safely and successfully reopen.
Details ›Collections Stewardship
Resources for Collections
Resources regarding museum collections and COVID-19.
Details ›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.
Details ›City of Seattle
COVID-19 Resources and Information
Info about government and community programs and services that help residents significantly impacted by the pandemic.
Details ›Freedom Project
Community Resource List
An ongoing crowd-sourced list with navigation tabs. We work to dismantle and heal from the mass incarceration institution.
Details ›Ingersoll Gender Center
Resource and Referral Database
A collection of organizations, support groups, etc across WA that provide resources and services to transgender and gender diverse people.
Details ›Washington Connection
Your link to services
Apply for a variety of services such as Food, Cash, Child Care, Long-Term Care, and Medicare Savings Programs.
Details ›United Way of King County
COVID-19 Resources
Comprehensive list of resources, from child care to translation, rental and utilities assistance, unemployment/job information, financial services, etc.
Details ›United Indians of All Tribes Foundation
COVID-19 Resources
A selected list of resources designed to aid folks impacted by COVID-19 living in or near the City of Seattle.
Details ›Africatown Community Land Trust
Community Resources
We continue our commitment to assisting those most in need in our community with resources and technical expertise.
Details ›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.
Details ›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.
Details ›Recursos para Comunidades Indocumentadas
National crowd-sourced list of resources, from financial to legal aid, mutual aid, medical and food access. En Español tambien.
Details ›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.
Details ›
Artists + Creatives
Historic Preservation
Museums + Collections
Our Community
Organizations
City of Seattle Office of Economic Development
Lease Amendment Toolkit
Created to help small business and nonprofits re-negotiate their lease; developed in partnership with Communities Rise and Perkins Coie LLP.
Details ›Performing Arts Readiness
Emergency Preparedness Webinars
Free webinars, on-site training, and presentations at professional conferences on various topics related to emergency preparedness and recovery.
Details ›Hispanic Federation
Resources for Nonprofits and CBOs
The Hispanic Federation provides resources available to their network of CBOs and other nonprofits. En Español tambien.
Details ›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.
Details ›Small Business Administration
Covid-19 Relief Options
No longer accepting applications for COVID-19 relief loans or grants; we continue to offer PPP loan forgiveness and EIDL increases.
Details ›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.
Details ›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.
Details ›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.
Details ›Public Health - Seattle & King County
Free HEPA filters for qualifying businesses
Request assistance to improve ventilation and air quality; see if you qualify for a free filter. Available in various languages.
Details ›Main Street America
Build, Grow, and Boost Your Small Business Online
We help identify the best solutions for your unique e-commerce needs and provide a roadmap for effective online strategies.
Details ›Western Museums Association
Museum Learning Hub: Digital Empowerment Pilot Project
Covers a range of technology and digital media; taught by subject-matter experts and tailored to varying levels of experience.
Details ›TechImpact
Technology Training for Nonprofits
Live and scheduled training sessions to help your nonprofit do more with technology.
Details ›4Culture
Reopen Toolkit
Resources to assist you in preparing your staff, volunteers, and facility to welcome back patrons.
Details ›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.
Details ›InterConnection
Non-Profit Technology Discounts
We offer special discounts to nonprofits and run an affordable technology program through our low income store.
Details ›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.
Details ›501 Commons + Tech Impact
Resources for Managing Organizations Online
Resources for Team Collaboration and File Sharing; Leading and Managing Remote Teams; Cloud Security; Remote Access
Details ›
Additional Resources
Funding
Operations + Programming
Funding
WA Nonprofits w/Puget Sound Grantwriters Association and CFO Selections
Get Ready for ARPA Funding: 3-part online series
Part 1: Government Grant Readiness (9/21/21); Part 2: Government Grant Proposal Development (9/28/21); and Part 3: Government Grant Compliance (10/5/21).
Details ›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.
Details ›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.
Details ›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.
Details ›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.
Details ›The Vera Project
COVID-19 Support
Fill out this quick form and we will connect you to the resources and information you need.
Details ›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.
Details ›Seattle Office of Arts and Culture
Hope Corps
- Deadline:
- Amount: $15,000 - $300,000
- Eligibility: Individuals and groups based in King County.
An economic recovery program for Seattle's creative workforce; propose project concepts that generate career opps and contribute to communities' wellbeing.
Details ›Native American Media Alliance
COVID-19 Relief Fund
- Amount: $2,000
- Eligibility: Native American writers, directors, actors. Additional criteria via the link.
Economic relief for American Indians, Alaskan Natives and Native Hawaiians impacted by COVID-19. Grant applicants may only apply once.
Details ›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.
Details ›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.
Details ›FEMA
COVID-19 Funeral Assistance
FEMA will provide financial assistance for COVID-19-related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020
Details ›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.
Details ›King County
Small Business Mitigation Grants
- Amount: Up to $10,000
- Eligibility: Some small business owners in King County.
One-time grants for businesses within a half-mile radius of 5 COVID-related isolation and quarantine sites listed via the link below.
Details ›WA State Dept of Commerce
Emergency Grants for Small Businesses
Working Washington Round 4 offers relief grants to small for-profit businesses, especially those required to close due to public health/safety…
Details ›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.
Details ›Small Business Administration
Covid-19 Relief Options
No longer accepting applications for COVID-19 relief loans or grants; we continue to offer PPP loan forgiveness and EIDL increases.
Details ›Washington State Department of Commerce
Working Washington Small Business Grants
Round 3 of the Working Washington Small Business grants is opening with emergency funding up to $20,000.
Details ›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.
Details ›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.
Details ›OneEastside
OneEastside SPARK
Responsive programing and tools to address key areas of need amongst small businesses and non-profits in East King County.
Details ›
Advice + Advocacy
Artists + Creatives
Heritage
Historic Preservation
Our Community
Small Businesses
Support your Community
Alimentando al Pueblo
Healing through Comunidad, Comida, and Celebracion
Donate in various ways to promote healing in Latinx communities in Burien, Des Moines, Normandy Park, SeaTac, and White Center.
Details ›Seattle Foundation
Fund for Inclusive Recovery
- Deadline: Ongoing
A pooled fund aimed at driving investments to BIPOC organizations, movements, and communities and creating a pathway for Greater Seattle’s…
Details ›Latino Community Fund of Washington
COVID-19 Resiliency Fund
Supporting individuals and community organizations working towards addressing the many needs of our community.
Details ›Howard and Marge Boutique
Buy masks to help support unemployed Showbox staff
Designed with tickets from past Showbox shows, we will donate net sales proceeds to buy groceries for the Showbox staff.
Details ›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.
Details ›Renton Regional Community Foundation
CARE Together Fund
- Deadline: Ongoing
Provides flexible financial support to organizations in South King County working with some of the most vulnerable communities who are…
Details ›Musang
Musang Community Kitchen
We work directly with our partners to provide meals to community members in need. Donation info included.
Details ›King County
Find Your Farmer’s Market
In King County, you are never far from farm-fresh food.
Details ›Seattle's Child
Guide to Free First Thursdays
Twelve museums to explore for free on first Thursdays and Fridays.
Details ›Seattle Public Library
Museum Pass Program
Free admission to participating Seattle museums. Enjoy exhibits on aviation, nature, science, and industry—all for free.
Details ›Seattle Public Library
Seattle Public Library
Books, media, online resources, and much more.
Details ›King County Library System
King County Museum & Park Passes
Enjoy local art, parks, culture, history, and science museums for free with your library card!
Details ›King County Library System
King County Library System
Books, audiobooks, movies, music and more!
Details ›Friendly Hmong Farms
Local flowers and veggies CSA
Our Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) business is part of a grassroots movement for food sovereignty, land reparations, and racial justice.
Details ›Alliance for Pioneer Square
Support Pioneer Square
Online shopping for art, fashion, food and drink, health and beauty, home and life, and tours and services.
Details ›WA Tourism Alliance
Buy Local, Give Local
Support your favorite Washington small businesses and their employees by purchasing a gift certificate online or over the phone.
Details ›King County
Trusted Partner Network
- Eligibility: Bi- or multi- lingual, ability to use a smart phone,…
Join the effort to ensure every resident of King County receives critical lifesaving emergency alerts and emergency preparedness information.
Details ›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.
Details ›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.
Details ›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.
Details ›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.
Details ›
Donate
Enjoy Life
Mutual Aid
Surveys
Basic Needs
King County and Child Care Resources
Child Care Financial Assistance Program
- Eligibility: Live or work in King County; income requirements.
For people whose income, work schedule, or access to child care has been impacted. En Español también.
Details ›The Actors Fund
Emergency Financial Assisstance
- Eligibility: Info via the link below.
For union and non-union workers in entertainment and the performing arts; you may be eligible for more than one fund.
Details ›Behind the Scenes
Basic Needs Grant
- Eligibility: Info via the link below.
We will accept applications from anyone who meets our criteria and has been hospitalized with Covid-19.
Details ›Jazz Foundation of America
Musicians’ Emergency Fund
To help musicians and their families with basic living expenses.
Details ›FEMA
COVID-19 Funeral Assistance
FEMA will provide financial assistance for COVID-19-related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020
Details ›King County Metro
Subsidized annual transit pass
A new program allowing qualified riders to travel on select transit. Valid for up to 12 calendar months, renewable annually.
Details ›Seattle City Light
Utility Discount Program
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Seattle is expanding its Utility Discount Program.
Details ›Worksource Seattle-King County
Essential Workforce Job Listing
Essential workforce needs in response to societal changes have prompted hiring increases for grocery stores, cleaning companies, government services, etc.
Details ›Emergency Food Access Resources
- Eligibility: Available to King County residents.
A list of food access resources compiled by King County staff. Please continue to look out for one another.
Details ›United Way of King County
Basic Food (aka SNAP)
Extra money for groceries to help put healthy food on the table. Info available in multiple languages.
Details ›Artist Trust
Washington State Food Bank Map
Created by Artist Trust as a resource for finding alternative food sources during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Details ›Farm King County
Local Food Finder
Map of King County area food resources, searchable by categories and types of food as well as location.
Details ›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.
Details ›Seattle Humane
Pet Food Bank Map
Donated pet food delivered by volunteers to low-income senior housing complexes and food banks throughout the region.
Details ›Prison Scholar Fund
Food Boxes For Our Formerly Incarcerated Neighbors
- Eligibility: Available to residents of WA State.
Food boxes available to formerly incarcerated folks. Preset 24-pound variety boxes, apples (30-35 per person), and preset box lunches.
Details ›Food Lifeline
Map of Food Resources in WA
Free food banks/pantries and hot meal programs available to all. Info available in multiple languages.
Details ›Seattle City Light
Life Support Equipment Assistance
Assistance to help maintain access to life support equipment during planned and unplanned outages. Info available in multiple languages.
Details ›WA State Healthcare Authority
Apple Health (Medicaid) coverage
Medical and dental services available to income-qualified individuals age 19-64. Visit the link below for more eligibility information.
Details ›SMASH
Seattle Musicians Access to Sustainable Healthcare
- Eligibility: Musicians and music teachers living in King County and beyond.
SMASH works to provide musicians with free and low-cost mental health and substance use disorder therapy sessions and telehealth appointments.
Details ›COVID-19 Prevention Network
COVID-19 Prevention Clinical Study
- Eligibility: People age 18+
Join a list of potential volunteers for current or future COVID-19 prevention clinical trials.
Details ›King County Public Health
Free COVID-19 testing locations in King County
Free testing for everyone regardless of immigration or insurance status. Info available in multiple languages.
Details ›City of Tukwila
COVID Rental and Utilities Assistance
Contact information to help with rent and utility payments. Las citas en Español tambien.
Details ›City of Kirkland
Relief Resource Center
Financial assistance available to tenants, landlords, and businesses behind on rent, mortgage, or utilities payments.
Details ›City of Issaquah
COVID-19 Recovery Rental Assistance Program
- Eligibility: Available to residents of Issaquah.
Up to 3 months of overdue rent per low-income household. Mortgage assistance and utility relief info also available.
Details ›City of Burien
Emergency Rent and Utility Assistance
- Eligibility: Available to residents of Burien.
Applications generally open on the first day of the month.
Details ›City of Bellevue
Rental and Mortgage Assistance
List of orgs that provide assistance to low- and moderate-income residents during the pandemic. Info provided in multiple languages.
Details ›City of Seattle
Eviction Assistance
Seattle's eviction moratorium expired on 02/28/22. Renters continue to have a number of eviction protections. Info provided in multiple languages.
Details ›Public Health - Seattle & King County
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
A federally funded program administered by Byrd Barr Place that helps low income households meet their immediate home energy needs.
Details ›City of Seattle
Renting in Seattle
Common problems and where to find help. Includes info for the Renting in Seattle Help Line (206) 684-5700
Details ›WA State Dept of Commerce
Rent Assistance and Homelessness Prevention Programs
Information on Eviction Rent Assistance, Limited Landlord Relief Program, Homeless Service Programs, and more.
Details ›Seattle City Light
Utility Discount Program
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Seattle is expanding its Utility Discount Program.
Details ›WA Multi Family Housing Association
Rental Assistance for Tenants in Washington State
List of state and county resources for rental assistance during COVID-19.
Details ›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.
Details ›King County Sexual Assault Resource Center
A community-based nonprofit that empowers survivors and their families to overcome trauma; they also work to stop assault from happening.
Details ›Resources for Victims of Domestic Violence
Compiled by King County staff. Info about warning signs in relationships and online safety also provided.
Details ›City of Redmond
Resources for Individuals and Families
Resources for your finances, family, health and safety, food and nutrition, transportation, etc.
Details ›City of Kenmore
Community Resources
Links to community resources and human services for: counseling, medical and dental care, food, shelter, transportation, etc.
Details ›City of Covington
Human Services
List of orgs that provide many kinds of assistance, contract or partner with, or are sponsored by the City.
Details ›WA State Department of Health
COVID Hotline
Help with food etc while you isolate or quarantine due to COVID. Dial 1-800-525-0127, then #. Tu-Su 6am-6pm; Mon 6am-10pm.
Details ›WA State Department of Commerce
Make a plan, keep your utility service.
Tips on what to do if you're behind with your utility payments. Info available in multiple languages.
Details ›Public Health - Seattle & King County
Supporting Survivors of Domestic Violence During COVID-19
Info on how to help disrupt cycles of domestic violence in our communities, and resources to contact via phone.
Details ›Washington Connection
Your link to services
Apply for a variety of services such as Food, Cash, Child Care, Long-Term Care, and Medicare Savings Programs.
Details ›United Way of King County
COVID-19 Resources
Comprehensive list of resources, from child care to translation, rental and utilities assistance, unemployment/job information, financial services, etc.
Details ›Crisis Connections
Emergency Services Brochures
Downloadable brochures from King County 2-1-1. Info on critical services, updated monthly quarterly.
Details ›WA State Department of Financial Institutions
Financial Resources for Pandemic Relief
- Eligibility: Available to residents of WA State.
Includes info on assistance for unemployment, cash/food/medical, utilities, and mortgages; emergency loans, etc. En Español tambien.
Details ›Employment Security Department
Unemployment-Insurance Benefits FAQ
Find the answers to all of your unemployment questions with the Washington Employment Security FAQ page.
Details ›Seattle Public Library
Your Next Job
Free one-on-one help with your job and unemployment questions by phone, online or text messaging. Available in multiple languages.
Details ›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.
Details ›Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Help for homeowners and renters
Information on what to do now, and what your options are for mortgage and rental relief. Info in multiple languages.
Details ›The American Psychiatric Association
Working Remotely
This resource provides practical tips on taking care of our mental health and well-being while working remotely.
Details ›FCC + Universal Service Administrative Co.
Emergency Broadband Benefit Program
A temporary discount on monthly broadband bills and a one-time device discount for qualifying low-income households. Enhanced Tribal benefits available.
Details ›Seattle Public Library
Free Printing
You can print from your own device—even if you are not in the Library! Info provided in multiple languages.
Details ›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.
Details ›Bellevue School District
Technology Support for Students and Families
Base stations for wireless internet access (hotspots) and laptops are available for student use.
Details ›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.
Details ›City of Seattle
Seattle Information Technology
Low-cost internet access for residents. Info available in multiple languages.
Details ›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.
Details ›3R Technology
Recycle or Refurbish Retired Technology
White-glove service for recycling electronics and assistance with e-waste recycling.
Details ›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.
Details ›EveryoneOn
Low-Cost Internet Service and Computers
We help bring low cost internet and computer offers to those who need them.
Details ›