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The East Seattle Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives within the Seattle area. It operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON FOUNDATION C/O UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
SEATTLE, WA
$1.2M
29%

SEATTLE UNIVERSITY
Seattle, WA
$836K
20%
HEADSTRONG
Seattle, WA
$225K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
39
Median 1st year grant
$3K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to EAST SEATTLE FOUNDATION?
No. EAST SEATTLE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does EAST SEATTLE FOUNDATION give?
EAST SEATTLE FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Washington, Oregon, and North Carolina. 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 EAST SEATTLE FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from EAST SEATTLE FOUNDATION fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about $3,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does EAST SEATTLE FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, EAST SEATTLE FOUNDATION awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $402 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did EAST SEATTLE FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, EAST SEATTLE FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 80 grantees. Recent grantees include UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON FOUNDATION C/O UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON, SEATTLE UNIVERSITY, and HEADSTRONG. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to EAST SEATTLE FOUNDATION?
EAST SEATTLE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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