Environmental Justice Fund
The Environmental Justice Fund from the City of Seattle supports community-driven research and projects to advance climate justice and resilience in neighborhoods facing environmental inequities.
Funder: City of Seattle
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $20,000–$60,000 for 1–2 years; two funding tiers available.
Summary: Supports community-led projects advancing climate justice and resilience in Seattle neighborhoods most affected by environmental inequities.
Key Information: Priority for projects led by or serving BIPOC, immigrant, refugee, youth, elder, and low-income communities in specific Seattle neighborhoods.
Description
The Environmental Justice Fund, established by the City of Seattle, invests in grassroots, community-driven projects that address climate justice and environmental inequities. The fund is designed to empower neighborhoods and populations most impacted by climate change—including Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), immigrants, refugees, youth, elders, and low-income residents—by supporting local leadership, fostering collaboration, and building community resilience. Projects must align with one or more of the fund’s priorities: developing community leadership, supporting community-led climate or environmental solutions, providing training and exposure to climate careers, or building resilience to protect health and community wellbeing.
