WASHINGTON STATE MICROENTERPRISE ASSOCIATION
AI Summary
The Washington State Microenterprise Association is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to supporting microenterprise development within Washington. In 2024, it awarded a total of $2.1 million across 119 grantees, emphasizing a relationship-based engagement model that operates by invitation only. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals; however, nonprofits interested in connecting can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
OUR MISSION IS TO STRENGTHEN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SYSTEMS THAT SUPPORT THE GROWTH OF STRONG AND EFFECTIVE MICROENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATIONS. WE DO THIS THROUGH: BUILDING A COALITION OF ORGANIZATIONS, AGENCIES AND INDIVIDUALS DEDICATED TO MICROENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT; PROVIDING LEADERSHIP TO THE VOICE OF MICROENTERPRISE PRACTITIONERS; PROMOTING MICROENTERPRISE AS A VIABLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TOOL; SUPPORTING THE CAPASITY OF MICROENTERPRISE SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS IN PROVIDING; SELF-EMPLOYMENT EDUCATION AND ASSISTANCE, ACCESS TO CAPITAL AND MICRO-LENDING, BUSINESS CREATION AND EXPANSION SUPPORT, JOB CREATION, ECONOMIC SELF-SUFFICIENCY AND FINANCIAL EDUCATION.
Cause Areas
2
International development
Entrepreneurship
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SEATTLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND BUSINESS IMPACT NW
Tukwila, WA
$257K
4%
VENTURES
Seattle, WA
$246.2K
3%
Terrain Programs
Spokane, WA
$243K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
81
Median 1st year grant
$20K
Median 2nd year grant
$24.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to WASHINGTON STATE MICROENTERPRISE ASSOCIATION?
No. WASHINGTON STATE MICROENTERPRISE ASSOCIATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does WASHINGTON STATE MICROENTERPRISE ASSOCIATION give?
WASHINGTON STATE MICROENTERPRISE ASSOCIATION primarily gives to organizations located in Washington, Oregon, and District Of Columbia. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are WASHINGTON STATE MICROENTERPRISE ASSOCIATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from WASHINGTON STATE MICROENTERPRISE ASSOCIATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does WASHINGTON STATE MICROENTERPRISE ASSOCIATION make each year?
In 2024, WASHINGTON STATE MICROENTERPRISE ASSOCIATION awarded about 80 grants, totaling nearly $2.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did WASHINGTON STATE MICROENTERPRISE ASSOCIATION fund recently?
In 2024, WASHINGTON STATE MICROENTERPRISE ASSOCIATION awarded grants to about 120 grantees. Recent grantees include SEATTLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND BUSINESS IMPACT NW, VENTURES, and Terrain Programs. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to WASHINGTON STATE MICROENTERPRISE ASSOCIATION?
WASHINGTON STATE MICROENTERPRISE ASSOCIATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.