City of Seattle Neighborhood Matching Fund

Get Funding for your Community Projects through the Neighborhood Matching Fund

Seattle Department of Neighborhoods (DON) is currently accepting applications for the Neighborhood Matching Fund (NMF). This granting program consists of two funds – the Community Partnership Fund and the Small Sparks Fund which support grassroots projects that build stronger communities.  

  • The Community Partnership Fund provides funding up to $50,000. Applications are currently open and must be submitted by 11:59pm on September 8, 2025. This fund provides opportunities to create large and lasting impacts in your community by supporting community organizing, public art projects, park improvements, cultural events, design and construction of community facilities, and more.  

  • The Small Sparks Fund provides funding up to $5,000 per project, and applications are accepted on a rolling basis through October 31. This fund is designed to support small community activities such as neighborhood clean-ups, block parties, community art projects, workshops, and more.  

The NMF team is hosting three virtual workshops for those interested in applying to the fund. Each workshop will provide an overview of the grant, the qualities of a strong application, and the review process. Neighborhood and community groups interested in the fund are invited to attend.  

Informational Workshops  

RSVP for a workshop with this form.  

NMF Workshop #3: Wednesday, August 13, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.  

  • Join by phone: (206) 207-1700 

  • Access Code: 2492 018 9311  Password: 2025 

For more information and to fill out an application visit seattle.gov/neighborhoods/community-grants/neighborhood-matching-fund.     

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