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BHT Grant Writing Stipends for Community-Based Organizations
Better Health Together
Social Justice / Human Rights
Nonprofit Growth & Development
Up to US $4,500
The BHT Grant Writing Stipends aim to enhance the capacity of community-based organizations in eastern Washington by providing up to $5,000 for grant-writing assistance. With a total funding allocation of $220,000, this initiative focuses on empowering nonprofits that lack dedicated grant writers and fostering partnerships that align with Better Health Together's commitment to health equity and anti-racism. Applications are currently closed but will reopen in the future.
Rolling deadline
Comis Foundation Grant
The Comis Foundation
Youth Services
Education - Preschool / Early Learning
Education - K through 12
US $5,000 - US $75,000
The Comis Foundation Grant aims to provide equitable opportunities for children to thrive through education and community engagement. It supports innovative programs that enhance educational outcomes, focusing on areas such as capacity building and pilot projects. With funding ranging from $5,000 to $75,000, the foundation prioritizes nonprofit organizations that foster inclusive environments. By emphasizing trust and collaboration, Comis Foundation strives to create lasting impacts in the communities it serves.
Rolling deadline
Community Response Fund Grant
Northwest Fund for the Environment (NWFE)
Urban Planning
Marine / Ocean Conservation
Freshwater Conservation
US $1,000 - US $5,000
The Community Response Fund Grant by the Northwest Fund for the Environment supports local organizations addressing urgent community needs. It focuses on grassroots engagement and environmental movement building, providing short-term funding for projects that empower under-resourced communities and enhance environmental advocacy. The grant aims to promote smart growth policies and protect Washington's aquatic ecosystems by funding initiatives that advance sustainable practices and resilience against climate change. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations with a clear project plan.
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Dennis & Phyllis Washington Foundation Grants
Dennis & Phyllis Washington Foundation
Health Care Access & Delivery
Community Health Education
Wellness & Healthy Living
Unspecified amount
The Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation provides essential funding to nonprofit organizations that improve the lives of economically and socially disadvantaged individuals. Since 1988, the foundation has supported various initiatives, including education, health services, and community programs. It emphasizes direct services with low administrative costs, ensuring that funds have a meaningful impact. Organizations applying must demonstrate a commitment to serving at-risk youth and families, particularly in Montana and select areas where The Washington Companies operate.
Rolling deadline
ECMC Foundation: Grants & Investments
ECMC Foundation
College Success / Persistence
Career / College Preparation
Education - Higher Education
Unspecified amount
The ECMC Foundation focuses on eliminating equity gaps in postsecondary education by 2040 through strategic grantmaking and investments. They support organizations aiming to remove barriers to completion, build institutional capacity, and transform the postsecondary ecosystem. Eligible entities include nonprofit organizations, government entities, and postsecondary institutions. However, funding is not available for personal scholarships, political activities, or projects outside the U.S. that do not align with the Foundation's mission of diversity and inclusion.
Rolling deadline
Norcliffe Foundation Grant
The Norcliffe Foundation
Education
Health & Medicine
Community Development & Revitalization
Unspecified amount
The Norcliffe Foundation Grant supports various community-enhancing projects in the Puget Sound Region, focusing on human services, healthcare, education, arts, and culture. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) organizations, while grants typically range around $15,000 or less. The foundation prioritizes collaboration with other funders and seeks to support initiatives that demonstrate community impact. Notably, the foundation does not fund deficit financing or debt reduction efforts.
Rolling deadline
Social Justice and Resiliency Fund
Community Foundation for Southwest Washington
Social Justice / Human Rights
Basic Human Needs
Financial Literacy
Unspecified amount
The Social Justice and Resiliency Fund offers vital support to nonprofits addressing systemic inequities in Clark, Cowlitz, and Skamania counties. By providing flexible, unrestricted funding, the fund empowers organizations led by Black, Indigenous, and People of Color to implement impactful changes. Grants focus on capacity building and systemic change, ensuring communities are equipped to respond to future crises. This initiative fosters equity and social justice, creating a more resilient and diverse nonprofit landscape.
Full proposal due May 7, 2026
Operating Support: Launch Grant- for New Organizations
4Culture
Museums & Cultural Institutions
Science
Community Culture & Heritage
Up to US $180,000
The Operating Support: Launch Grant for New Organizations aims to provide essential financial assistance to emerging cultural and science organizations in King County. This grant supports a variety of operational expenses for nonprofits, including staff salaries and program development. Over three years, organizations can request funding ranging from $45,000 to $180,000, based on their needs. This initiative not only fosters new programming but also prioritizes equity and public benefit, ensuring a diverse cultural landscape in the community.
Applications due Jun 1, 2026
US $2,500 - US $5,000
The National Trust Preservation Funds provide grants ranging from $2,500 to $5,000 to support local preservation projects and ongoing work. These funds aim to enhance community engagement in preservation, foster technical expertise, and stimulate financial participation from the private sector. Eligible applicants include public agencies and nonprofit organizations focused on planning and education efforts related to preservation. The program is particularly interested in initiatives that reach new audiences and further the preservation movement.
Applications due Jun 2, 2026
Battlefield Preservation Fund Grant
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Battlefield Preservation
US $2,500 - US $10,000
The Battlefield Preservation Fund Grant aims to support initiatives that preserve battlefields and related historic sites. This funding encourages planning and educational efforts, particularly those that engage new audiences in preservation activities. Eligible applicants include public agencies and nonprofits in specified states. Grants can be used for staff support, consultant fees, and educational materials. Applicants must provide a one-to-one match for funding, ensuring strong community involvement in preservation efforts.
Letter of inquiry due Jun 9, 2026
US $10,000 - US $25,000
The Social Impact Theatre Grant Program supports innovative theatrical productions that address pressing social issues, fostering dialogue and community engagement. With a focus on sustainability, the program offers production-specific and change capital grants to eligible nonprofit organizations in select states. Grantees are encouraged to explore new models, deepen community connections, and support emerging leaders in theatre. Applications for the next cycle will open in Spring 2025, following the completion of the current funding round.
Full proposal due Jul 21, 2026
Strategic Projects: Program & Staff Grants
M J Murdock Charitable Trust
Art & Culture
Education
Community Services
More than US $50,000
The M J Murdock Charitable Trust offers the Strategic Projects: Program & Staff Grants to support nonprofits in the Pacific Northwest. These grants focus on capacity-building for mission-driven projects and infrastructure investments. Eligible organizations must demonstrate a commitment to community flourishing, with funding available for new programs or expansion of existing ones. The Trust prioritizes initiatives that align with its strategic goals, fostering sustainable nonprofit growth and impact in the region.
Full proposal due Jul 22, 2026
Strategic Projects: Capital Grants
M J Murdock Charitable Trust
Nonprofit Growth & Development
Art & Culture
Education
More than US $50,000
The Strategic Projects: Capital Grants by the M J Murdock Charitable Trust offer vital funding opportunities for nonprofit organizations in the Pacific Northwest. These grants support transformative projects that enhance community well-being through construction, renovation, and infrastructure investments. Eligible entities include 501(c)(3) nonprofits and government entities. The Trust emphasizes projects that demonstrate strong community impact and funding diversification, ensuring sustainable growth and lasting benefits for the communities served.
Full proposal due Jul 22, 2026
Strategic Projects: Equipment & Technology Grants
M J Murdock Charitable Trust
Art & Culture
Education
Community Services
More than US $50,000
The M J Murdock Charitable Trust offers Strategic Projects: Equipment & Technology Grants to nonprofits in the Pacific Northwest. These grants focus on capacity-building projects and essential equipment, requiring recipients to cover at least 50% of costs. Eligible organizations include 501(c)(3) nonprofits and tribal entities. Priority is given to projects enhancing community services, education, and environmental stewardship, supporting initiatives that foster human flourishing and demonstrate diversified funding.
Applications due Aug 18, 2026
Unspecified amount
The Transformational Capacity Building Funds by Inatai Foundation provide essential support for community-led organizations in Washington state. Aimed at enhancing their capacity for systemic change, these funds help organizations develop skills, stabilize operations, and manage transitions. Eligible groups include those led by marginalized communities. This initiative prioritizes applicants from specific counties and various identities, ensuring resources empower those directly impacted by inequities. Grants focus on learning, operational stability, and change capital, fostering growth and resilience in community power-building efforts.
Letter of inquiry due Aug 31, 2026
Foster Foundation Grant
Foster Foundation
Diseases & Conditions
HIV / AIDS
Hospice / End of Life Care
Unspecified amount
The Foster Foundation Grant supports organizations in the Pacific Northwest that align with priority funding issues such as social services, education, medical research, and community engagement. The foundation seeks to cultivate long-term partnerships and is committed to improving community life through various initiatives. Eligible organizations must hold a 501(c)(3) status and address one of the foundation's priority issues while ensuring that funds are used within the designated geographic reach.
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Focus Grant Cycles
Community Foundation for Southwest Washington
Poverty Alleviation & Services
Basic Human Needs
Educational Access & Equity
US $25,000 - US $50,000
The Focus Grant Cycles provide vital support to organizations in southwest Washington addressing intergenerational poverty. With awards ranging from $25,000 to $50,000, the program prioritizes initiatives that tackle systemic inequities affecting marginalized communities. Focus Grants emphasize collaboration, community engagement, and innovative strategies, ensuring that organizations with lived expertise can create sustainable pathways to prosperity. By investing in educational attainment, basic human needs, and asset-building, the program aims to disrupt poverty cycles and foster long-term stability.
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
WFC Nonprofit Capacity Building Grants
Whidbey Community Foundation
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
All fields of work
US $1,000 - US $10,000
The WFC Nonprofit Capacity Building Grants provide funding up to $10,000 to nonprofits on Whidbey Island for one-time projects aimed at enhancing organizational capacity. Grants support initiatives such as staff training, technology upgrades, and strategic planning. Organizations must demonstrate good standing and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. The Foundation prioritizes projects with clear budgets and timelines, ensuring that funded projects contribute to the overall effectiveness of nonprofit services in the community.
Applications due Sep 2, 2026
First Federal Community Foundation Grants
First Federal Community Foundation
Community Services
Human & Social Services
Poverty Alleviation & Services
US $5,000 - US $100,000
The First Federal Community Foundation, established in 2015, focuses on enhancing community life through impactful grants. With over $7.3 million awarded, the foundation prioritizes community support, affordable housing, economic development, and community development in Clallam, Jefferson, Kitsap, Whatcom Counties, and Bellevue, WA. Eligible organizations include 501(c)(3) nonprofits and government units. The foundation aims to benefit marginalized communities and supports projects that foster collaboration and sustainable development.
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
GHCF: Community Building Grants Program
Grays Harbor Community Foundation
Supportive Housing & Shelters
Equitable & Affordable Housing
Homelessness Services
US $5,000 - US $30,000
The Grays Harbor Community Foundation's Community Building Grants Program aims to enhance the quality of life throughout Grays Harbor County by supporting various nonprofit organizations. Emphasizing community needs, the program prioritizes initiatives in education, health, and arts, focusing on collaborative efforts that address local challenges. Nonprofits are encouraged to apply for funding to drive meaningful change and foster engagement, with two grant cycles each year, ensuring a responsive approach to community development.
Applications due Oct 4, 2026
Up to US $100,000
The Imagination Grants for Cancer Research aim to drive innovative projects in cancer research by supporting organizations that focus on this critical area. These one-year grants can fund program expansion, pilot projects, and capacity building efforts. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits or public institutions serving Oregon or Washington, and collaboration across institutions is encouraged. Notably, funding excludes travel, meals, and events that do not align with the foundation's mission.
Applications due Nov 12, 2026
Capacity Building Grant Programs
Bainbridge Community Foundation
Animal Welfare - General
Recreation
Education
US $1,000 - US $2,500
The Bainbridge Community Foundation's Capacity Building Grant Programs are designed to enhance the effectiveness of nonprofit organizations in Washington State. By providing financial support for core operational improvements, such as strategic planning and staff training, BCF aims to strengthen local nonprofits. Eligible organizations must hold 501(c)(3) status and serve the Bainbridge Island community. Grants range from $1,000 to $2,500, focusing on building internal capacities to better serve community needs.
Pre proposal due Jan 9, 2027
Innovia Foundation: Community Grant Program
Innovia Foundation
Animal Welfare - General
Food Access & Hunger
Real Estate & Housing
US $2,500 - US $15,000
The Innovia Foundation's Community Grant Program offers funding to organizations in a 20-county region, with awards ranging from $2,500 to $15,000. This program prioritizes impactful community initiatives in education, arts, economic opportunity, health, and quality of life. Eligible applicants include public charities and federally recognized tribes. The foundation emphasizes collaboration and inclusivity, aiming to address basic human needs and reduce inequity, while fostering vibrant and sustainable communities.
Applications due Feb 3, 2027
African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund Grants
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Black American Culture & Heritage
US $50,000 - US $150,000
The African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund Grants support the preservation of historic sites that reflect African American cultural heritage. Grants ranging from $50,000 to $150,000 assist projects in areas like Capital Projects, Organizational Capacity Building, Project Planning, and Programming. Eligible applicants include public agencies, accredited colleges, and nonprofits. The program emphasizes themes such as activism, innovation, and historically significant sites, aiming to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of African American history.
Letter of inquiry due Feb 4, 2027
Unspecified amount
Sherwood Trust offers Core Grants to enhance community well-being in the Walla Walla Valley. The Trust prioritizes funding for initiatives that strengthen organizations and support collaboration. Eligible applicants include tax-exempt organizations focused on local needs. With a commitment to equity and sustainability, Sherwood Trust seeks to empower communities through impactful investments, ensuring that all individuals feel a sense of belonging and can contribute to the region's vibrancy.
Applications due Mar 4, 2027
Up to US $25,000
The AARP Community Challenge Grant supports projects that enhance community living for residents aged 50 and older. With a focus on immediate improvements and long-term progress, grants range from $10,000 to $25,000, covering areas like public spaces, transportation, and digital literacy. Since 2017, AARP has awarded over $20.1 million through more than 1,700 grants across the U.S. Eligible organizations include nonprofits and government entities committed to serving the needs of older adults.
Applications due Mar 10, 2027
First Tech Education Grants
First Technology Federal Credit Union
STEM / STEAM Education
Early Childhood Development
Literacy
Unspecified amount
First Tech Education Grants focus on innovative solutions for children and families, primarily in education and fundamental needs. They support nonprofits in Oregon, Washington, and Northern California with grants aimed at enhancing STEM education, early childhood literacy, and financial education for underserved communities. By partnering with local organizations, First Tech aims to build capacity and provide essential resources to help these communities thrive. Organizations can apply for support through an online application process.
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Grant Availability
How common are grants in this category?
Common — grants in this category appear regularly across funding sources.
200+ Capacity Building grants for nonprofits in Washington grants for nonprofits in the United States, from private foundations to corporations seeking to fund grants for nonprofits.
90 Capacity Building grants for nonprofits in Washington over $25K in average grant size
68 Capacity Building grants for nonprofits in Washington over $50K in average grant size
43 Capacity Building grants for nonprofits in Washington supporting general operating expenses
200+ Capacity Building grants for nonprofits in Washington supporting programs / projects
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Grant Deadline Distribution
Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for Capacity Building grants for Nonprofits in Washington?
Most grants are due in the second quarter.
Q1
24.6%
Q2
28.5%
Q3
23.8%
Q4
23.1%
Typical Funding Amounts
What's the typical grant amount funded for Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits in Washington?
Grants are most commonly $25,000.
Average Grant Size
What's the typical amount funded for Washington?
Grants are most commonly $94,773.
$94,773
Total Number of Grants
What's the total number of grants in Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits in Washington year over year?
In 2024, funders in Washington awarded a total of 21,062 grants.
2022 47,515
2023 50,863
2024 21,062
Top Grant Focus Areas
Among all the Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits in Washington given out in Washington, the most popular focus areas that receive funding are Education, Human Services, and Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations.
1. Education
2. Human Services
3. Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations
Funding Over Time
How is funding for Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits in Washington changing over time?
Funding has increased by -83.54%.
2022 $10,653,701,719
2023
$12,083,540,569
13.42%
2024
$1,988,459,999
-83.54%
Washington Counties That Receive the Most Funding
How does grant funding vary by county?
King County, Snohomish County, and Pierce County receive the most funding.
| County | Total Grant Funding in 2024 |
|---|---|
| King County | $1,488,224,506 |
| Snohomish County | $192,912,156 |
| Pierce County | $137,512,099 |
| Clark County | $113,340,746 |
| Spokane County | $98,387,398 |
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