Grants in Washington: 61+ Funding Opportunities

Organizations in Washington can access federal grants open to all states, Washington-specific state agency funding, regional foundation awards, and corporate giving programs. GrantAQ tracks every active grant available to Washington nonprofits, schools, municipalities, and small businesses — and uses AI to match your organization to the funding you actually qualify for.

61+

Grants Available

$45.0M

Total Funding Tracked

$1.9M

Average Award

WA

State

Top Funding Categories in Washington

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Active Grants in Washington

Gates Foundation
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Gates Foundation

National + WA

Up to $5.0MRolling deadline
Wilburforce Foundation — Grants Program
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Wilburforce Foundation

Wilburforce Foundation is a private foundation based in Seattle, WA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $20,174,250 in grants. Total assets: $140,661,587. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Gates Foundation Trust — Grants Program
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Gates Foundation Trust

Gates Foundation Trust is a private foundation based in Kirkland, WA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $7,751,200,000 in grants. Total assets: $75,530,745,576. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Satterberg Foundation — Grants Program
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Satterberg Foundation

Satterberg Foundation is a private foundation based in Seattle, WA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $45,489,723 in grants. Total assets: $443,335,399. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Paccar Foundation — Grants Program
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Paccar Foundation

Paccar Foundation is a private foundation based in Bellevue, WA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $12,772,704 in grants. Total assets: $13,172,066. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
M J Murdock Charitable Trust — Grants Program
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M J Murdock Charitable Trust

M J Murdock Charitable Trust is a private foundation based in Vancouver, WA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $78,149,690 in grants. Total assets: $1,892,899,273. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Ken Birdwell Foundation — Grants Program
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Ken Birdwell Foundation

Ken Birdwell Foundation is a private foundation based in Seattle, WA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $13,973,583 in grants. Total assets: $100,008,103. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Aldarra Foundation — Grants Program
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Aldarra Foundation

Aldarra Foundation is a private foundation based in Seattle, WA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $80,000,000 in grants. Total assets: $1,160,996. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Grousemont Foundation — Grants Program
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Grousemont Foundation

Grousemont Foundation is a private foundation based in Seattle, WA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $10,829,333 in grants. Total assets: $183,807,514. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Amazonsmile Foundation — Grants Program
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Amazonsmile Foundation

Amazonsmile Foundation is a private foundation based in Seattle, WA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $38,765,888 in grants. Total assets: $1. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Pivotal Philanthropies Foundation — Grants Program
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Pivotal Philanthropies Foundation

Pivotal Philanthropies Foundation is a private foundation based in Redmond, WA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $119,268,510 in grants. Total assets: $604,148,822. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Norcliffe Foundation — Grants Program
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Norcliffe Foundation

Norcliffe Foundation is a private foundation based in Seattle, WA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $23,470,065 in grants. Total assets: $20,421,324. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Bezos Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Bezos Family Foundation

Bezos Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Seattle, WA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $156,961,900 in grants. Total assets: $164,546,275. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Giving Grousbeck Fazzalari — Grants Program
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Giving Grousbeck Fazzalari

Giving Grousbeck Fazzalari is a private foundation based in Seattle, WA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $12,987,628 in grants. Total assets: $295,479,889. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Roots And Wings Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Roots And Wings Foundation Inc

Roots And Wings Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Seattle, WA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $44,976,065 in grants. Total assets: $497,952,730. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Allen Family Philanthropies — Grants Program
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Allen Family Philanthropies

Allen Family Philanthropies is a private foundation based in Seattle, WA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $47,153,310 in grants. Total assets: $1,286,324,323. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Schultz Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Schultz Family Foundation

Schultz Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Seattle, WA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $13,860,000 in grants. Total assets: $375,194,129. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Gates Foundation — Grants Program
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Gates Foundation

Gates Foundation is a private foundation based in Seattle, WA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $7,200,556,970 in grants. Total assets: $76,951,451,400. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Marguerite Casey Foundation — Grants Program
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Marguerite Casey Foundation

Marguerite Casey Foundation is a private foundation based in Seattle, WA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $29,387,621 in grants. Total assets: $856,573,767. Primary focus area: human services. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Raikes Foundation — Grants Program
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Raikes Foundation

Raikes Foundation is a private foundation based in Seattle, WA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $22,449,227 in grants. Total assets: $90,404,225. Primary focus area: philanthropy. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Christ Cares For Kids Foundation — Grants Program
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Christ Cares For Kids Foundation

Christ Cares For Kids Foundation is a private foundation based in Issaquah, WA. In 2024, the foundation distributed $2,673,607 in grants. Total assets: $43,296,011. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Firstenburg Foundation — Grants Program
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Firstenburg Foundation

Firstenburg Foundation is a private foundation based in Vancouver, WA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,361,456 in grants. Total assets: $31,943,544. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Laidir Foundation — Grants Program
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Laidir Foundation

Laidir Foundation is a private foundation based in Seattle, WA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $3,256,625 in grants. Total assets: $64,714,283. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Oscar T And Olivann Hokoldfoundation — Grants Program
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Oscar T And Olivann Hokoldfoundation

Oscar T And Olivann Hokoldfoundation is a private foundation based in Lakewood, WA. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,823,895 in grants. Total assets: $109,993,883. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline

Frequently Asked Questions: Washington Grants

What types of grants are available in Washington?

Washington organizations can access federal grants (open to all states), Washington-specific state agency grants, regional foundation grants, and local community foundation awards. Federal programs represent the largest pool; state agency grants often have shorter application cycles and local preference.

Do I need to be incorporated in Washington to apply for state grants?

For most Washington state agency grants, yes — organizations must be registered to do business in Washington and often must demonstrate primary service delivery within the state. Federal grants are open regardless of incorporation state, provided your program serves eligible populations.

How do I find Washington state grant opportunities?

Washington state agency grants are published through the state grants portal, individual agency websites (health department, arts commission, housing finance agency, etc.), and GrantAQ's aggregated database. GrantAQ pulls all active state grants alongside federal and foundation opportunities so you see everything in one place.

What is the deadline cycle for Washington grants?

Washington state grant deadlines vary widely by agency. Many education and health grants align with the state fiscal year (often July 1). Community development grants may have spring deadlines. Federal grants follow agency-specific cycles. GrantAQ tracks all deadlines and sends alerts before they close.

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