Seattle’s Office of Sustainability & Environment (OSE) has announced that the Environmental Justice Fund is now accepting applications. This funding opportunity supports projects that benefit and are led by or in partnership with those most affected by environmental and climate inequities: Black, Indigenous, People of Color, immigrants, refugees, people with low incomes, youth, and elders. The deadline to apply is 4 p.m. on Friday, September 16.
The city welcomes nonprofit organizations and community groups working closely with their communities to advance environmental justice and respond to impacts of climate change. Eligible types of projects include but are not limited to arts and storytelling, community education, organizational or community capacity building, climate change preparedness, skills building and trainings related to green jobs, and community planning or visioning.
If you have questions about the Environmental Justice Fund, the application, want to discuss a project idea, or need assistance with finding a fiscal sponsor applicants can:
Learn more and apply at seattle.gov/environment/ejfund.