First Fed Foundation – Fall Grant Cycle (2026)

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Community Investment Grants Supporting Washington State Counties

Organization: First Fed Foundation
Support Type: Charitable grants
Geographic Focus: Clallam, Jefferson, Kitsap, and Whatcom Counties (WA)

About the Funder

First Fed Foundation is dedicated to improving quality of life in the communities served by First Fed Bank. The Foundation supports projects that address critical community needs, expand opportunity, and create lasting, measurable impact across Northwest Washington.

What This Program Supports

The Foundation funds projects and programs aligned with four key priority areas:

Community Support

Grants of $5,000–$25,000
Focus on basic needs and improving quality of life
Priority for projects serving low- to moderate-income and marginalized populations

Housing & Homelessness

Grants of $25,000–$50,000
Support for affordable housing, homeownership, and homelessness prevention

Economic Development

Grants of $25,000–$50,000
Workforce development, job training, and career pathway programs

Community Development

Grants of $25,000–$50,000
Capital projects and programs that provide broad community benefit

Eligible Support Types

Programmatic funding
Capital projects
Workforce and housing initiatives
Community-based services

Eligibility & Preferences

Eligible Applicants:

501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
Government entities
School districts
Tribal organizations
Fiscal sponsors (on behalf of eligible projects)

Geographic Requirement:

Projects must benefit communities in:
- Clallam County, WA
- Jefferson County, WA
- Kitsap County, WA
- Whatcom County, WA

Preferences:

Projects with measurable outcomes and defined timelines
Strong alignment with community needs
Demonstrated impact for underserved populations
Leveraged or additional funding sources

Ineligible Requests

Completed projects
Budget deficits or debt reduction
General operating support (outside project scope)
Event sponsorships
Political or religious activities
Funding for individuals

Funding Amounts

💰 $5,000 – $50,000 depending on program area

Timeline & Review

📅 Application Window (Fall Cycle): July 1 – September 1, 2026
📅 Award Notifications: By end of November 2026
📅 Funding Disbursement: Within ~60 days of award notification

Application / Request Process

Applications must be submitted during the official grant cycle
Applicants are encouraged to:
- Review funding priorities and past grants
- Ensure strong alignment with program goals
- Prepare clear, measurable outcomes and project timelines

Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://firstfedcf.org/grants/

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity is a strong fit for organizations that:

Serve communities in Northwest Washington
Address housing, economic opportunity, or basic needs
Have clearly defined, project-based funding requests
Can demonstrate measurable impact within a set timeframe

Corporate Grants Guide Notes

Review Type: Competitive (semi-annual cycles)
Typical Lead Time: 2–3 months before deadline
Best Suited For: Washington-based nonprofits, public agencies, and tribal organizations

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