How much funding does Spring Grant Cycle provide?

Spring Grant Cycle provides $5,000 - $20,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Spring Grant Cycle?

The deadline is December 10, 2026.

Spring Grant Cycle

NW Childrens Foundation

Foundation Annual Grants for Nonprofits Child Welfare Grants Child Abuse Prevention Grants Domestic Violence Grants

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Funding Amount

$5,000 - $20,000

Deadline

December 10, 2026

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Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Spring Grant Cycle

Part of: NW Children's Foundation General Grant Program

Timing: One of two semi-annual grant cycles

Geographic Scope: Western Washington

Award Information:

Grant range: $5,000 - $20,000

Funds distributed in mid-July

Recent spring distribution (2024): 37 agency partner programs funded with $425K+

Recent spring distribution (2014): $403,000 awarded to 31 agencies

Focus: Prevention, early intervention, and treatment programs for children and families experiencing trauma, abuse, neglect, foster care, homelessness, and domestic violence.

Eligibility: 501(c)3 tax-exempt organizations serving children and youth (birth-24) and families in Western Washington

Contact: office@nwcf.org

How to Apply

Spring Cycle Application Timeline

1. Letter of Inquiry Opens: Late September (approximately September 29)
2. Letter of Inquiry Due: Early December (December 10 or December 12)
3. Full Grant Applications Due: Mid-February (approximately February 16)
4. Decision Notification & Fund Distribution: Mid-July

Application Steps

1. Submit Letter of Inquiry through eGrant system by December deadline
2. Wait for notification of LOI screening results
3. If selected, submit full Grant Application through eGrant system
4. Board review and site visit conducted
5. Final funding decision communicated