Impact Stories
Stories featuring community leadership development, capacity building, community organizing, power and movement building, and policy and advocacy.
- More Than a Roof: A Multi-Strategy Approach to Affordable Housing
By Lindsay Goes Behind Housing is a Human Right. According to a 2022 YouGov survey, 78% of Americans across political parties and ideological divides believe housing should be a basic human right. Here in Seattle, most of us share that belief as well. Every day, we see the consequences of a housing system that fails to support everyone, and our city’s livability suffers. A joyful, just, and prosperous region starts with a housing system that includes us all. When Seattle Foundation launched its strategic plan last year, we announced that we would deepen our efforts through three key Impact Initiatives:… Read more: More Than a Roof: A Multi-Strategy Approach to Affordable Housing - Strengthening Communities, Empowering Change
We believe a strong community is built on the understanding that we thrive together. We work with nonprofits, donors, and community leaders to support impactful philanthropy and create lasting solutions for a more equitable Greater Seattle. For thirty years, N2N’s funding and resources have strengthened local grassroots efforts to overcome poverty and racial disparities within their communities What is Neighbor to Neighbor? Since its inception in 1991, Neighbor to Neighbor has been one of the Seattle Foundation’s longest-standing programs, supporting organizations in South Seattle, White Center, Kent, and SeaTac/Tukwila. N2N is more than just a grants program; it is a… Read more: Strengthening Communities, Empowering Change - 2025 Update from Fund for Inclusive Recovery
Discover the inspiring organizations leading the way in Phases II and III of the Fund for Inclusive Recovery. Learn from the lessons we’ve gathered so far and find out how you can be part of shaping a more equitable future. A Look Back Nearly five years ago, the world came to a standstill as the coronavirus swept through communities, sparking the COVID-19 pandemic—a crisis many are still grappling with and recovering from. While everyone was affected by this unprecedented moment in history, the level of impact varied greatly from person to person. This reality inspired Seattle Foundation to launch the… Read more: 2025 Update from Fund for Inclusive Recovery - Expanding Access, Empowering Families: Start Early’s Impact on Childcare Equity
By: Andrea Mackin and Kendall Hill At Seattle Foundation, we recognize that childcare is essential to economic stability, educational success, and a more equitable future. Yet, too many families, particularly those in historically underserved communities face steep barriers to accessing high-quality early learning opportunities. That is why we invest in organizations like Start Early Washington, a leader in expanding culturally responsive, high-quality early childhood education. With deep expertise in home visiting, workforce development, and policy advocacy, Start Early Washington drives meaningful change to ensure that every child—regardless of background—has a strong foundation to thrive. They are shaping a more inclusive… Read more: Expanding Access, Empowering Families: Start Early’s Impact on Childcare Equity - How Innovative Financing Can Boost Affordable Housing
By Kris Hermanns // Greater Seattle needs more housing. Housing costs have skyrocketed in the Puget Sound region, and we increasingly see working people with modest incomes getting priced out.
