Seattle Foundation news releases and key announcements impacting our region:
Wong’s appointment ushers in a new era of growth for the organization as it celebrates 80 years of long-term investments across the Greater Seattle region SEATTLE, WASH [August 19, 2026]. Today, Seattle Foundation, the region’s leader in community-centered philanthropy and giving, announced the appointment of local Seattle strategist and grant maker Elizabeth Wong as Chief […]
Celebrating 35 years of early, flexible funding for emerging organizations with an increase to $10,000 in grant awards SEATTLE, WASH. [June 23, 2026] — Today, Seattle Foundation celebrates its longstanding Neighbor to Neighbor (N2N) program that has mobilized $6 million in support of Greater Seattle-based grassroot, community-led organizations since its inception 35 years ago. As part of this programmatic milestone, Seattle Foundation increased its small grants funding to $10,000 per N2N grantee organization, beginning this spring, marking a significant expansion in support of organizations […]
SEATTLE, WASH. — June 12, 2026— Seattle Foundation today announced a $500k investment to Seattle Chinatown International District Preservation and Development Authority (SCIDpda) to advance two important community priorities in Seattle’s Chinatown-International District (CID): predevelopment work for 8th and Lane, a future mixed-use affordable housing development, and community activations that will celebrate the neighborhood during the FIFA World Cup 2026™. The funding reflects Seattle Foundation’s commitment to investing in the long-term […]
Seven grantees were announced through a $5.5 million investment to advance Tribal sovereignty and Indigenous leadership SEATTLE, WASH. [April 14, 2026]— Today, Seattle Foundation, in partnership with the City of Seattle’s Office of Sustainability & Environment, announced the grantees selected for the First Peoples Climate Fund, a landmark $5.5 million investment that places Indigenous sovereignty, leadership, and […]
Attributed to Lindsay Goes Behind, Chief Impact Officer, Seattle Foundation The recent news of the detention and deportation of a parent outside a local preschool is not only heartbreaking, but unacceptable. Actions that create fear, separate families, and target vulnerable communities are the direct result of policies and enforcement priorities that disregard human rights and public safety. These […]
SEATTLE, WASH. December 10, 2025- Today, Seattle Foundation, the region’s leader in community-centered philanthropy, announced the appointment of Tiffany Patterson as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Patterson brings a distinguished record of leading integrated, purpose-driven marketing, and communications campaigns that elevate organizations, strengthen community partnerships, and drive measurable social impact. In this role, Patterson will guide foundation-wide strategic communications, supporting funds, […]
SEATTLE, WA — Seattle Foundation is pleased announce the appointment of Lucy Lee Helm and Jason Malinowski to its Board of Trustees. Both bring extensive leadership experience, as well as legal and financial expertise, combined with a deep commitment to community, to their new roles as Trustees. In 2020, Helm retired from Starbucks Coffee Company, […]
Evergreen Impact Housing Fund earns 2024 Secretary’s Award for Public-Philanthropic Partnerships SEATTLE, WASH., JULY 11, 2024—Seattle Foundation and the Washington State Housing Finance Commission (WSFHC) proudly celebrate the Evergreen Impact Housing Fund (EIHF) for earning the 2024 Secretary’s Award for Public-Philanthropic Partnerships from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), in partnership with […]
Impact investment will offer low-cost loans to developers of color Seattle, WA —Seattle Foundation is pleased to announce a significant $1 million impact investment in HomeSight, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering homeownership for low- and middle-income families and supporting small business community anchors. This investment will aid HomeSight’s Field Order 15 Fund, a critical […]
Innovative public-private partnership helped finance Watershed apartments RENTON, WA — The Evergreen Impact Housing Fund (EIHF) and GMD Development are pleased to announce the grand opening of the Watershed apartment community. Located in Renton, Watershed brings 145 affordable apartments capable of housing over 350 individuals. The units are designed to be affordable to families earning […]
The Aries opening proves that innovative financing can boost the supply of housing SEATTLE, WA—Bellwether Housing https://www.bellwetherhousing.org/and the Evergreen Impact Housing Fund (EIHF) are pleased to announce the opening of The Aries at Bitter Lake, bringing 200 affordable apartments to the North Seattle community. The Aries is the first project funded by EIHF to open […]
Contact: Caroline Hall (206)-819-8749 [email protected] Evergreen Impact Housing Fund, Inland Group, and Microsoft Announce Affordable Housing Project in Kirkland KIRKLAND, WA—Evergreen Impact Housing Fund (EIHF), developer Inland Group, and Microsoft are pleased to announce the full financing of the Polaris at Totem Lake affordable housing development in Kirkland, WA. Polaris is slated for completion in […]
SPANAWAY, WA — Evergreen Impact Housing Fund (EIHF) and Inland Group are proud to announce the start of construction on Copper Way, an affordable housing development in Spanaway, Washington. The project is expected to open in late 2024 or early 2025 with 256 apartments for low-income residents. This is the first project in Pierce County […]
The Voter Education Fund is a government, philanthropic, and community partnership that aims to increase voter turnout and registration in historically disenfranchised communities.
Joy is when Seattle’s possibilities are shared by all. It is families in homes they love, connected to vibrant communities, with the opportunity for fulfilling lives.
Today, Seattle Foundation launches the Journey to Joy campaign, with an aim to bring this vision to life. We invite you to join a movement that creates lasting change for generations to come.
