Application Overview

Application Overview

Our goal is to help you successfully apply to be in our program! We have created lots of tools and are happy to help at any step along the way.  Give us a call (206) 263-3646 or send us an email employeegiving@kingcounty.gov

2025 Application Cycle

Application Webinar: April 15 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Register here
Applications Open: April 15
Applications Due: May 1

Here’s how to apply:

  1. Make sure you meet the eligibility requirements.
  2. Determine if you are new or returning organization. Check this list—if you’re on it, you’re a returning organization.
  3. Gather all your required paperwork. 
  4. Complete your application and submit before the deadline. 

There are three organization types on the application:

  1. Independent Nonprofit Organizations - Most applications fall under this type. 
  2. Federations - Organizations that represents groups of other nonprofits. 
  3. Governmental Units of the State of Washington.

The application has two required parts: 

  1. Nonprofit and Contact Information
  2. Eligibility and Further Information - upload required documents here

General Information:

  • First Time Applying?  Attend the Application Workshop webinar.  Register here
  • Nonprofits must apply annually and meet eligibility requirements. Completing the application does not guarantee eligibility, but most fields include warnings for ineligibility based on responses. 
    Applications are for program participation starting in September. The cycle runs through August 2026, with disbursements through Q4 2026. See a past example for reference.
  • Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are required
  • Submit Early! This allows time to address any issues with your application.
  • By clicking Submit, you declare under penalty of perjury (State of Washington laws) that all information is true, complete, and correct. Denied applications may be appealed to correct errors.
  • Proofread your information! It will be used for databases, marketing materials, etc. We are not responsible for errors or omissions. A copy will be emailed to the provided address.
  • Estimated Completion Time
    • New applicants: ~40 minutes (includes document collection). 
    • Returning applicants: ~20 (includes document collection). 
    • Returning applicants with documents ready: <10 minutes

New Organizations

Returning Organizations