First Financial Northwest Foundation Fund
The First Financial Northwest Foundation Fund supports impactful education, healthcare, and community research projects in Puget Sound, managed by the Renton Regional Community Foundation.
Funder: Renton Regional Community Foundation
Due Dates: July 31, 2026 (LOI) | October 9, 2026 (Full application, if invited)
Funding Amounts: Annual pool: $620,000–$700,000 total; individual award size varies (not specified)
Summary: Annual, competitive grants for Puget Sound nonprofits advancing education, healthcare, community development, and local charitable initiatives.
Key Information: Formal LOI required; only nonprofits in the Greater Renton/Puget Sound region are eligible.
Description
The First Financial Northwest Foundation Fund, managed by the Renton Regional Community Foundation (RRCF), offers annual grants to nonprofit organizations serving the Puget Sound region, with a focus on the Greater Renton community. The fund aims to support impactful projects in education, healthcare, community development, and other charitable activities that address pressing local needs. The grant process is structured in two stages: submission of a Letter of Intent (LOI) and, for selected organizations, an invitation to submit a full proposal. The program is designed to strengthen nonprofit capacity and foster excellence in community service delivery.
