Boeing Employees Community Fund (ECF) – Puget Sound Chapter

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Supporting & Capital Grants | August 30, 2026 Deadline

Employee-Powered Grants for Direct Client Impact in Puget Sound

The Boeing Employees Community Fund (ECF) of Puget Sound supports nonprofits that deliver essential health and human services to individuals and families across the region. Funded entirely by Boeing employees, ECF prioritizes grants that create immediate and measurable benefit for clients in need.

Organization: Boeing Employees Community Fund (Puget Sound Chapter)
Support Type: Employee-funded charitable grants
Geographic Focus: Puget Sound Region, WA (Capital grants limited to King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties)

About the Funder

ECF allows Boeing employees to collectively invest in local nonprofits providing critical services. The fund emphasizes accountability, direct client impact, and strong organizational performance.

What This Program Supports

ECF supports health and human service organizations providing direct services such as:

Food assistance
Workforce training
Housing and shelter
Mental health care
Medical services for low-income populations

Grant Types & Funding Details

Supporting Grants
• Up to $50,000
• No more than 10% of annual revenue
• Infrastructure-focused (equipment, IT, facilities, vehicles for client use)
• Must be spent within 9 months

Capital Campaign Grants
• $125,000–$250,000
• Limited availability
• King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties only
• Requires other committed donors
• Must be spent within 12 months

Eligibility & Exclusions

Applicants must be financially stable, established nonprofits with a minimum of three years of 501(c)(3) status and annual revenue of at least $150,000. Organizations with discriminatory practices, political missions, or non–direct service models are not eligible.

Timeline & Review

📅 Applications Open: June 1, 2026
📅 Application Deadline: August 30, 2026
📅 Awards Announced: December 1, 2026

Application / Request Process

Applications are submitted through Boeing’s STAR grant system. First-time applicants must request system access via email prior to applying.

Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://boeing.smartsimple.com

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity is ideal for established Puget Sound nonprofits seeking significant infrastructure or capital fundingto strengthen service delivery and expand the number of individuals and families they serve.