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Activate Snohomish Community Grant Program - Track A: Community Activation Grants

ECONOMIC ALLIANCE SNOHOMISH COUNTY

Funding Amount

$2,500 - $10,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Activate Snohomish Community Grant Program - Track A: Community Activation Grants

Funder: Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC)

Status: Application period closed (opened October 1, 2025; closed December 1, 2025). Awards were announced February 19, 2026. This was a one-time grant program for FIFA World Cup 26 preparation.

Geographic Scope: Snohomish County, Washington, USA

Focus Areas: Support for community readiness and engagement ahead of FIFA World Cup 26 Seattle™, including:

  • Public watch parties

  • Tourism-focused marketing (maps, itineraries, printed guides)

  • Temporary art installations or signage

  • Community corridor enhancements (flags, planters, temporary wayfinding)
  • Eligible Applicants: Nonprofits, chambers of commerce, cities, or community-based organizations

    Funding Available: Up to $35,000 total across Track A (4-8 awards estimated)

    Background: Funded by the Seattle Foundation with support from the Washington State Department of Commerce. Administered by EASC in its role as the designated small business liaison to the Snohomish Local Organizing Committee for FIFA World Cup 26 Seattle™. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is expected to bring significant international visitors to the Pacific Northwest, with Snohomish County positioned along the main travel corridor between Seattle and Vancouver, BC.

    Contact: Raechel Morera, Director of Community Engagement, RaechelM@EconomicAllianceSC.org or Grants@EconomicAllianceSC.org

    Address: Economic Alliance Snohomish County, 3020 Rucker Ave. Ste. 301, Everett, WA 98201

    Phone: 425-743-4567

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Eligibility Requirements:
    - Located in Snohomish County
    - Activities funded by the grant will take place in Snohomish County
    - Have a valid nonprofit registration
    - Not a government agency requesting funds for unrelated staffing or capital projects
    - Not under investigation for misuse of funds or fraud

    2. Application Timeline:
    - Applications opened: October 1, 2025
    - Application deadline: December 1, 2025
    - Award notifications: January 19, 2026

    3. How to Apply:
    - Submit application through online portal at https://bit.ly/ActivateSnohomishGrant
    - Simple, straightforward application process
    - Technical assistance and one-on-one applicant support available

    4. Evaluation:
    - Multi-phase review process
    - Scoring rubric used by grant review committee
    - Committee composed of EASC staff and external community stakeholders

    5. Required Information:
    - Confirmation of Snohomish County location
    - Confirmation of valid nonprofit registration
    - Description of proposed activities and eligible uses
    - Budget information

    6. Support Resources:
    - Webinar recording available (recorded October 30, 2025)
    - Seattle Sports Commission Watch Party Playbook available
    - Seattle NorthCountry FIFA Marketing Toolkit available
    - FAQ document available as PDF download

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    nonprofitscommunity-servicescommunity-development

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