THE SEATTLE TIMES COMMUNITY IMPACT FUND
AI Summary
The Seattle Times Community Impact Fund is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. With a total of $3.1 million in grants paid to 15 grantees in 2024, the fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE SEATTLE TIMES COMMUNITY IMPACT FUND IS TO DISTRIBUTE FUNDS TO ORGANIZATIONS, EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 501 (C) (3) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE, FOR THE ORGANIZATIONS' USE IN AIDING NEEDY FAMILIES AND/OR INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE MEMBERS OF THE SEATTLE COMMUNITY.
Cause Areas
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Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SOUND GENERATIONS
Seattle, WA
$2.5M
19%
THE SALVATION ARMY
RCH PALOS VRD, CA
$2.1M
16%
CHILDHAVEN
SEATTLE, WA
$1.7M
13%
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Total No. of Grants
15
Median 1st year grant
$136.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$123.1K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SEATTLE TIMES COMMUNITY IMPACT FUND?
No. THE SEATTLE TIMES COMMUNITY IMPACT FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SEATTLE TIMES COMMUNITY IMPACT FUND give?
THE SEATTLE TIMES COMMUNITY IMPACT FUND primarily gives to organizations located in Washington and California. 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 THE SEATTLE TIMES COMMUNITY IMPACT FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SEATTLE TIMES COMMUNITY IMPACT FUND fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $137 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SEATTLE TIMES COMMUNITY IMPACT FUND make each year?
In 2024, THE SEATTLE TIMES COMMUNITY IMPACT FUND awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $3.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SEATTLE TIMES COMMUNITY IMPACT FUND fund recently?
In 2024, THE SEATTLE TIMES COMMUNITY IMPACT FUND awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include SOUND GENERATIONS, THE SALVATION ARMY, and CHILDHAVEN. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SEATTLE TIMES COMMUNITY IMPACT FUND?
THE SEATTLE TIMES COMMUNITY IMPACT FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.