Summary

The application window is now open for Participatory Budgeting grants in Skyway and White Center. This opportunity gives local communities a meaningful role in shaping how public dollars are invested in projects and programs that benefit residents.

Story

King County today opened the application period for $2.7 million in community‑led grants through the Elevate Skyway Community Fund and the Uplift White Center Community Fund. Eligible organizations and community groups are encouraged to apply for funding to support projects and programs that benefit residents in the unincorporated areas of Skyway/West Hill and White Center/North Highline.

Applications are due no later than October 11 at 11:59 p.m. Learn more at kingcounty.gov/local-services/PB.

These grant opportunities are part of King County’s Participatory Budgeting program, a community‑designed process that centers lived experience, racial equity, transparency, and trust. Funding priorities and the 2026 grantmaking process was shaped by a Community Advisory Board, and community members will review and score all eligible proposals.

To support applicants, King County will host several information and technical assistance sessions:

Uplift White Center Community Fund Information Session
September 15, 5:30–7:00 p.m.
White Center Library, 1409 SW 107th St., Seattle

Elevate Skyway Community Fund Information Session
September 16, 5:30–7:00 p.m.
Skyway Resource Center, 12610 76th Ave. S., Seattle

Technical Assistance for Proposal Writing (Virtual; this session will be recorded)
September 21, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Join via Zoom: Meeting ID 863 0765 0352
Interpretation available with pre-registration by September 16. Meeting Registration – Zoom

Technical Assistance for Proposal Writing + 1‑on‑1 Support (In person)
September 23, 5:30–7:00 p.m.
Skyway Resource Center, 12610 76th Ave. S., Seattle

How to Apply

Applicants should review the full RFPs for details on the eligibility criteria, priorities, and evaluation and selection process. We encourage people to also attend the information sessions and technical assistance sessions. Completed RFP applications are due by Sunday, October 11 at 11:59 p.m.

For questions contact ukcpb@kingcounty.gov or 206‑477‑3800. Learn more at kingcounty.gov/local-services/PB.