Neighbor to Neighbor (N2N)
Neighbor to Neighbor (N2N) from Seattle Foundation funds grassroots research and engagement projects addressing inequities in South Seattle, White Center, Kent, and SeaTac/Tukwila.
Funder: Seattle Foundation
Due Dates: October 30, 2026 | January 30, 2027 | April 30, 2027 | July 30, 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 per organization (as of 2026); single-year project funding; one grant per calendar year.
Summary: Supports grassroots organizations in South Seattle, White Center, Kent, and SeaTac/Tukwila to increase engagement, power, and influence among communities most affected by poverty and racial disparities.
Key Information: Applicants must have annual budgets under $200,000 and serve the target neighborhoods; funding is for project-based work, not general operating or ongoing direct services.
Description
Neighbor to Neighbor (N2N) is a signature initiative of the Seattle Foundation, established in 1991 to empower grassroots organizations in South Seattle, White Center, Kent, and SeaTac/Tukwila. The program focuses on elevating the engagement, influence, and power of community members most affected by poverty and racial disparities. N2N prioritizes projects led by people from diverse and under-invested communities, providing both grants and technical assistance to strengthen organizational capacity. The initiative is an integral part of Seattle Foundation’s mission to advance equity and ignite impactful philanthropy for a more vibrant Greater Seattle.
