Best Health Care Grants in Washington

On-farm Production and Delivery of Live, Native, Microalgae Grant

Purpose

The Washington State Legislature appropriated $5,000,000 in Fiscal Year 2025 to the Washington State Department of Agriculture for the purpose of increasing research tools and on-farm technology available to reduce carbon emissions, increase carbon storage, and improve on-farm climate resiliency. $2,370,000 of these funds are now available from WSDA to producers through a grant program to cover the installation and operation of on-farm technology that produces and delivers live, native microalgae to the farm through the existing irrigation system.

The purpose of the legislature in appropriating funds and authorizing the grant to farmers is to promote:

• Increasing quantifiable carbon storage
• Improving soil health and climate resiliency through new tools and supporting data
• Identification of tools needed for agricultural viability
• Quantifiable reductions in greenhouse gas emissions from farms

The Water Quality Combined Funding Program in Washington aims to enhance and safeguard water quality through a competitive funding process. It supports various projects, including wastewater management and stormwater control, while offering technical assistance to applicants. The program combines multiple funding sources, ensuring comprehensive financial support tailored to project needs. Eligible entities include counties, cities, tribal governments, and nonprofit organizations. The initiative reflects a commitment to improving environmental sustainability across the state.

The State Buses and Bus Facilities Grant Program, funded by Washington's Climate Commitment Act, aims to support transit authorities with up to $38 million in state funding for the 2025-2027 biennium. Eligible projects include the replacement and rehabilitation of transit rolling stock and facilities, as well as technological adaptations. This initiative encourages sustainable transportation improvements across Washington state, ensuring updated services for all transit agencies.

The Equipment Grant Funding program in Washington aims to enhance community preparedness for oil spills and hazardous materials. With no set ceiling for grants, projects may receive up to $100,000, depending on available funds. This initiative supports emergency responders by providing essential equipment and training, ultimately helping localities effectively manage the risks associated with the evolving landscape of oil transportation in the state.

The Air Quality Prevent Nonattainment Grants (WA) offer $2 million to support initiatives aimed at maintaining air quality standards. This funding is crucial for areas at risk of nonattainment due to high levels of criteria air pollutants. While most of Washington is currently in attainment, there are specific regions that require attention and action to develop comprehensive state implementation plans for air quality management.

The Local Partner Core Operations Grants, offered by the State of Washington Department of Ecology, support local clean air agencies in enhancing air quality. These grants fund various activities, including enforcement, permitting, monitoring, public education, and technical assistance. Eligible applicants include local clean air agencies and Ecology regional offices. Applications are accepted during the summer of odd years, specifically from July to August, promoting community-driven efforts to comply with Clean Air Acts.

Project Lead The Way is offering a rolling grant for schools to implement the PLTW Biomedical Science program for the 2026-2029 academic years. Eligible schools can receive up to $14,000 to cover participation fees and training costs. This grant encourages public, private, and charter schools across the U.S. to enhance their science curriculum, supporting students with engaging, hands-on learning experiences. Schools must commit to offering specific courses during the grant period to qualify for funding.

About Us

DCYF is a cabinet-level agency that works to support children, youth, and families. It oversees the state’s child welfare, juvenile rehabilitation, and early care and education programs.

What We Do

Our work is focused on prevention and better outcomes for children, youth, and families.

DCYF manages state-funded programs that focus on early learning, prevention, and early intervention. Our goal is to support the social, emotional, and physical well-being of children and youth. We also work with state and local partners, Tribes, and community groups across Washington state. Together, we focus on child safety, supporting families during difficult times, and helping them build skills to succeed.

DCYF oversees the state’s juvenile rehabilitation facilities and delivers treatment, provides resources, and develops skills through juvenile rehabilitation so young people can plan for their future and reenter their communities.

The agency provides oversight for licensed child care providers, group care, and licensed caregivers. 

Perinatal Mental Health Programs

The purpose of this funding opportunity is to support communities interested in collaborative efforts meant to increase community-wide awareness and develop resources to support the mental health of families in the perinatal period, which may include the period immediately prior to pregnancy through 1-2 years postpartum.

Funding Focus

We invite proposals from organizations interested in increasing community awareness of perinatal mental health and creating resources for parents within their community. Community may be defined by the applicant. It can be based on a geographic area (e.g., city or county) or a shared experience relevant to perinatal mental health (e.g., families transitioning out of NICU).

The ultimate goals of this work are to reduce or eliminate negative impacts of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs); support all caregivers, families, and children in their optimal development; prevent child abuse and neglect; and promote healthy family development.

The Perinatal Mental Health work is a unique program that aims to influence change on a community level as well as provide support directly to parents experiencing perinatal mental health complications.

Successful applicants will demonstrate their ability to bring together a group of diverse stakeholders to form a local Perinatal Mental Health Task Force to address perinatal mental health in their community. Stakeholders invited to join the Task Force must include representatives from outside the funded organization and may include, but are not limited to: public health providers, medical providers, mental health providers, childcare providers, community health organizations, parent educators, home visitors, early learning organizations, other social services providers, or parents. The Task Forces that communities convene should not have a clinical focus; rather, they should be aimed at community representatives and parents. Task Force members are expected to support community organizations.

Marathon Petroleum Corporation's Community Investment Grants aim to enhance community welfare through strategic partnerships with 501(c)(3) non-profits and government entities. The focus areas include workforce development, sustainability, and thriving communities, reflecting the company's commitment to making a measurable impact in regions where they operate. Eligible organizations must be U.S.-based and recognized as non-profits. The foundation prioritizes initiatives that align with its values and community needs, ensuring support for impactful projects.

The RMEF Grant Program lies at the core of advancing our mission.

RMEF established the program in 1986 to provide financial and logistical support to projects that align with our priorities and goals. Grant funds raised by RMEF members, volunteers and generous donors from across the country translate into significantly more conservation accomplishment when matched with partner funds. The RMEF Grant Program also aims to build recognition for RMEF’s work, grow engagement, and boost local fundraising efforts.

Governed by clear guidelines and criteria, the RMEF Grant Program seeks to foster meaningful collaborations and long-term impacts in the conservation of natural resources and outdoor traditions. Grant project partners include federal, state, local, and tribal wildlife and land management agencies, private landowners and local stakeholders, sportsmen and women, and conservation organizations, universities, foundations and the outdoor industry. Eligible projects primarily focus on habitat stewardship, land conservation and access, wildlife management, and hunting heritage.

We support organizations recognized by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) as a 501(c)3 entity, federal, state, local, or tribal government entities, sportsmen’s organizations, or educational institutions. All applicants must have a Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) issued by the IRS. RMEF does not offer grants to individuals.

Wildlife Management and Research

RMEF funds wildlife management and research to keep big game healthy and thriving, including disease surveillance, big game-friendly fencing, road management, and scientific studies that expand our understanding of big game habitat, movement, interactions, and overall herd health.

RMEF’s 2026 priorities include:

• Research on migration + connectivity, critical habitat + nutrition, big game population trajectories, challenges to big game populations, and big game management solutions
• Big Game-Friendly Fencing

The WA New & Recompete AmeriCorps Operational Grant supports organizations ready to launch or renew AmeriCorps programs, enhancing national service and community engagement in Washington. This funding is ideal for new applicants or those completing a three-year grant cycle. It focuses on impactful service areas such as disaster relief, education, and economic opportunity, aiming to strengthen community resilience and address local needs effectively.

The WA AmeriCorps Continuation Grants support organizations entering the second or third year of a three-year operational grant cycle. This funding opportunity is geared towards organizations already funded by Serve Washington, allowing them to recompete for continued support. It is not intended for new applicants or those seeking funding for programs not previously supported. Focus areas include disaster services, economic opportunity, education, environmental stewardship, healthy futures, and support for veterans.

Seattle Foundation is an agent of change, igniting powerful, rewarding philanthropy to make Greater Seattle a stronger, more vibrant community for all.

At Seattle Foundation, we believe that community is more than a place. It’s the shared understanding that our joy and well-being are tied to one another. Every day we work with nonprofits, philanthropists, and partners like you to strengthen community by igniting powerful philanthropy and advancing long-term solutions. Because it takes all of us to create a joyful region where every person can thrive.

Doyne M. Green Scholarship

Supporting female graduate students of medicine, law, social service, or public service, this scholarship assists current graduate students who study at public universities in the State of Washington with a renewable $4,000 scholarship.

About Serve Washington

Serve Washington advances national service, volunteerism, and civic engagement to improve lives, expand opportunity to meet the local critical needs of residents of Washington, and strengthen community capacity while creating healthy and resilient communities.

AmeriCorps Planning Grant

AmeriCorps Planning Grants provide initial funding to support current staff or to hire additional staff who can plan a proposed AmeriCorps program and develop systems for successful implementation of an AmeriCorps operational grant application. This is a great place to start if you are new to AmeriCorps! 

AmeriCorps Focus Areas

The National and Community Service Act of 1990, as amended by the Serve America Act, emphasizes measuring the impact of service and focusing on a core set of issue areas. To carry out Congress’s intent, maximize the impact of investment in national service, and achieve the goals laid out in the Strategic Plan (2022-2026), AmeriCorps has the following Focus Areas:

• Disaster Services: Helping individuals and communities prepare for, respond to, recover from, and mitigate the effects of disasters and increase community resiliency.
• Economic Opportunity: Improving the economic well-being and security of underserved individuals.
• Education: Improving educational outcomes for underserved people, especially children. AmeriCorps is particularly interested in program designs that support youth engagement and service learning as strategies to achieve high educational outcomes.
• Environmental Stewardship: Supporting communities to become more resilient through measures that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, conserve land and water, increase renewable energy use and improve at-risk ecosystems, especially in underserved households and communities.
• Healthy Futures: Support for health needs within communities, including mitigating the impacts of COVID-19 and other public health crises, access to care, aging in place, and addressing childhood obesity, especially in underserved communities.
• Veterans and Military Families: Improving the quality of life of veterans, military families, caregivers, and survivors. 

Funding

Awards for planning grants may not exceed $75,000

The WSDA Specialty Crop Block Grant Program aims to enhance the competitiveness of Washington's specialty crops through annual competitive grants funded by the USDA. This program supports various projects including environmental stewardship, pest management, plant health, food safety research, and innovative technologies. By fostering education and marketing initiatives, it seeks to improve the industry's sustainability and productivity, benefiting farmers and consumers alike.

The Floodplains by Design Grants program aims to enhance community resilience to flooding and restore vital habitats in Washington's river corridors. This initiative, led by the Washington Department of Ecology and various partners, supports projects that mitigate flood risks while preserving agriculture and promoting outdoor recreation. Eligible applicants include local governments and nonprofits, focusing on integrated floodplain management to address climate impacts and ensure sustainable development.

The Freshwater Algae Control Grants (WA) support initiatives to manage toxic algae blooms that threaten public health and ecosystems. The program offers funding ranging from $100,000 to $200,000, with a maximum award of $50,000 per project. Eligible applicants include state agencies, counties, cities, and tribes. Priority is given to lakes affected by harmful algae in the last three years, emphasizing the program's commitment to addressing pressing environmental challenges.

The WAEF Scholarships, provided by the Washington Apple Education Foundation, support over 300 students annually, awarding more than $1 million in educational funding. These scholarships are primarily aimed at students with parents employed in the tree fruit industry, including roles at Allan Brothers. Eligible recipients can pursue various degrees at accredited institutions, with awards potentially renewable for multiple years, promoting educational advancement in the agricultural sector.

The WAEF Scholarships, offered by the Washington Apple Education Foundation, provide crucial financial support to over 300 students pursuing higher education, with awards totaling over $1 million. Applicants must have ties to Washington's tree fruit industry, whether through family employment or ownership. This initiative encourages students to further their education in various fields, especially those aligned with the banking and lending sectors, ensuring a skilled workforce for the industry.

The WAEF Scholarships, supported by the Washington Apple Education Foundation, provide over $1 million in educational awards to more than 300 students this year. These scholarships are aimed at high school seniors and college students from families directly involved in Washington's tree fruit industry. Recipients can pursue various degrees at accredited institutions, with specific qualifications for individual scholarships. This initiative fosters educational growth within the agricultural sector.

The Consolidated Grant Program, supported by Washington's Climate Commitment Act, allocates funds for essential public transportation improvements in rural communities, tribal transportation, and services for seniors and individuals with disabilities. For the 2023-2025 cycle, the program has a budget of $110 million for 151 projects, including $10.9 million for ongoing projects. This initiative aims to enhance mobility while contributing to climate action and public health.

The Tribal Transit Mobility Grant Program aims to address transportation needs within tribal communities, funded entirely by Washington’s Climate Commitment Act. With up to $10 million available per biennium over 16 years, this initiative encourages federally recognized tribes to apply for transit-related projects. Eligible projects include vehicle acquisition, planning, operating assistance, and small construction. Applications should be submitted alongside a duplicate for the Consolidated Grant Program to maximize funding opportunities.

The Washington State Department of Commerce has launched a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for $4.925 million to support assistive technology and digital literacy training for individuals with disabilities. Applicants must request a minimum of $1.5 million. This initiative aims to ensure equal access to technology, enhancing digital inclusion in education, employment, and community life for those with disabilities.

The Connecting Housing to Infrastructure (CHIP) Grants in Washington State provide approximately $12 million to support affordable housing development. Funding can be used for essential utility improvements, including onsite and offsite water, sewer, and stormwater enhancements. Eligible applicants include cities, counties, and public utility districts that partner with affordable housing projects. With a requirement of at least 25% affordable units, the grants aim to make housing more accessible while ensuring long-term affordability.

The Tourism Regeneration Grant supports veteran-owned businesses aiming to enhance rural tourism in Washington. With a funding pool of $780,000, grants up to $50,000 can be used for projects that improve visitor experiences and infrastructure. Eligible applicants include local governments and nonprofit organizations, encouraged to collaborate with local marketing entities. The grant funds cannot be used for staff salaries or debt payments. This initiative aims to create sustainable visitor experiences and foster community inclusiveness.

The National Coastal Resilience Fund (NCRF) aims to protect coastal communities through nature-based solutions, enhancing habitats while addressing the growing threats of climate change. Established in 2018, the fund focuses on restoring vital ecosystems like marshes and reefs to mitigate flooding impacts. With rising sea levels and increasing storm intensity, NCRF invests in community-led projects that foster resilience, ensuring both people and wildlife can adapt to changing environmental conditions.

Wayne D Kuni And Joan E Kuni Foundation

Wayne and Joan Kuni were known for their quiet yet profound commitment to community service. Their philanthropy touched countless individuals throughout the Pacific Northwest and included financial support and hands-on volunteer efforts to support medical, educational and human services organizations. Both had their own unique approach to service and a commitment to long-term impact that resonates today through the work of the Kuni Foundation.

We advance the promise of human potential by investing in cancer research and accelerating the inclusion of individuals experiencing intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

Discovery Grants for Cancer Research: Advancing Innovation

We embrace cancer research that takes a bold, collaborative and equity-focused approach, and we consider risk a necessity. We also recognize the importance of research that continues to refine and improve existing approaches. Discovery Grants fund both early and established cancer research in the quest for improved detection, treatment and outcomes.

Discovery Grants funding can be utilized for:

• Research that builds a greater understanding of cancer development and growth
• Research on the cusp of the “next stage” including early research or late-stage research ready for clinical trial
• Research activities seeking to reduce disparities by targeting improved access, treatment and outcomes for marginalized communities
• Research that identifies and dismantles barriers to underserved communities to increase the diversity of clinical participants, population cohorts, and clinical samples
• Research focused on rare forms of cancer or cancer research that is traditionally under-resourced and has seen little development in a decade or more

Projects that demonstrate collaboration and data sharing across a range of institutions and/or disciplines are highly encouraged. However, the principal investigator(s) must be located in Washington or Oregon.