US Bancorp Foundation Support for Washington Communities
Washington 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, or community arts and culture can access funding through US Bancorp Foundation. Organizations serving early learners or preschool-age children within these focus areas, especially those led by people of color and based in U.S. Bank communities, may be prioritized.
US Bancorp Foundation
Washington Innovative Human Services Funding via Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs in Washington may be eligible for support from the Creag Foundation. Creag Foundation considers proposals from organizations that have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year and are developing new approaches that could include early learning or Head Start-related services.
Creag Foundation
Washington Early Education Funding via Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage, impact-first education and social impact organizations in Washington can seek up to US $300,000 from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation to scale proven solutions for underserved communities. Focused on bold, scalable models, DRK supports independent nonprofits and mission-driven for-profits whose early learning or Head Start-related programs can grow to reach tens of thousands of people.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Support for Education
Washington early learning and education nonprofits using technology-driven programs can access funding through Cisco Systems Foundation for innovative solutions in crisis response, education access, and economic empowerment. Global Impact Cash Grants, up to US $100,000, support organizations serving primarily economically underserved communities, with a focus on scalable, tech-enabled models that improve reach and efficiency of services.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Foundation Grants for Washington Education
Educational institutions, government programs, and qualifying nonprofits in Washington can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives, including early learning and K-12 programs. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help support K-12 academic performance, STEM, and pathways to college and career, which may benefit Head Start and early childhood education efforts.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Washington Arts and Culture Funding via Hearst Foundation
Nonprofit cultural institutions in the U.S. offering arts, science, or arts education programs, including those serving Washington, can access funding through the William Randolph Hearst Foundation for program, capital, and limited general or endowment support. Large, well-established organizations with strong impact, especially in arts education and STEAM for youth, may be competitive applicants.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Washington Early Learning Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and other eligible organizations supporting early learning and related education programs in Washington may be eligible for more than US $50,000 to expand or scale projects. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation supports education, children’s health, and family economic stability initiatives benefiting urban low-income children in the U.S., India, and South Africa.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Early Learning and Community Funding from PNC Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations offering early childhood education or community economic development programs in Washington can apply for funding to serve low- and moderate-income children and families. PNC Foundation provides support for initiatives like preschool education, family engagement, job training, affordable housing, and neighborhood revitalization in communities where PNC has a significant presence.
PNC Foundation
Semnani Family Foundation Education Grants in Washington
Preschool and early learning organizations in Washington working with marginalized or vulnerable children may be eligible for education and health-focused support from the Semnani Family Foundation. With a mission to empower disaffected communities worldwide, Semnani Family Foundation provides funding for programs such as children’s health, literacy, disabilities, and broader human and social services, including U.S.-based initiatives.
Semnani Family Foundation
Washington Education Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Washington education and early learning nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status can access funding through the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust for charitable, scientific, medical, or educational programs serving U.S. communities. Eligible organizations must use awarded funds within the U.S. and be tax-exempt under federal law and, when applicable, California law, which may support Head Start-related initiatives.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Washington can seek sponsorship support for community development, basic needs, workforce education, arts, environment, and inclusion initiatives. Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s regional U.S. sponsorships may benefit early learning and Head Start providers that strengthen economic mobility and social progress in low- and moderate-income communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Washington Human Services Funding via Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations working on poverty alleviation, disability services, disaster relief, or other human and social services in Washington and globally can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants ranging from US $5,000 - US $250,000. With a mission to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant, the foundation prioritizes smaller, non-sectarian organizations, including 501(c)(3)s and qualifying foreign entities.
Gupta Family Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Support for Storytelling
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Washington early learning and other eligible 501(c)(3) organizations can use this storytelling grant to share the impact of their preservation, education, or wellness work. Washington education and preschool programs may be eligible for significant media or communications support from the Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation to highlight their community outcomes.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Insperity Support for Washington Community Services
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing community services in Washington counties where Insperity employees live and work can seek grants or event sponsorships to advance their programs. Insperity provides Washington community organizations with philanthropic funding or fundraising event support once per year, which may benefit early learning or Head Start-related initiatives that meet their criteria.
Insperity
Community and Environment Funding from Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding in Washington can use this grant to support their programs. Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides flexible funding that may benefit early learning or family-focused initiatives connected to these priorities.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Community Education
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Washington early education and community organizations can access funding through Georgia-Pacific Foundation for programs in education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and qualified government entities located within 30 miles of a Georgia-Pacific manufacturing community, which may include parts of Washington such as King, Pierce, or Cowlitz counties.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Washington Youth Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations near TJX locations in Washington can seek funding for basic needs, out-of-school supports for at-risk youth, workforce readiness, and safety from domestic violence. The TJX Foundation supports early learning and youth-serving programs that align with its community mission; applicants must pass an eligibility questionnaire before submitting a Letter of Inquiry.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Environment and Human Services Grants from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries working on environmental or human services programs, including early learning efforts in Washington, can apply for Lawrence Foundation’s unrestricted operating or program grants. The foundation provides US $5,000 - US $10,000 awards to U.S.-headquartered groups, with no geographic restrictions and flexibility for reasonable indirect costs.
Lawrence Foundation
Washington Early Learning Funding via Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Preschool and early learning nonprofits in Washington can seek US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support community-based educational programs, including Head Start and similar initiatives. The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation funds IRS-qualified U.S. organizations, especially where modest grants can significantly enhance services for young children and their families.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Basic Needs and Vitality Grants from Ameriprise
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven causes can apply for Ameriprise Financial’s community grants to support hunger relief, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, and local development. Washington organizations working on early learning alongside food access, housing stability, or family economic security may be eligible if they meet documentation and volunteer engagement expectations.
Ameriprise Financial
Washington Education Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Washington working on education, early learning, social services, health care, civic, cultural, or environmental programs can access funding via Dr Scholl Foundation. Grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000 support one-year projects, with most awards going to U.S. applicants through an annual October–March application cycle.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Nursing Education Scholarships for RNs from Nurses Educational Funds
Applications due Feb 1, 2027
Registered nurses in accredited U.S. graduate nursing programs can apply for the Joan L. Conroy Scholarship to support master’s or doctoral study in nursing education and leadership. Offered nationally by Nurses Educational Funds, this award favors PhD students preparing as nurse educators, with special interest in geriatric nursing and home health care, including Washington applicants.
Nurses Educational Funds Inc.
Washington State Arts Commission Support for Arts Education
Applications due Feb 14, 2027
Head Start, ECEAP, public schools, school districts, educational service districts, government agencies, and 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Washington can receive US $5,000 - US $15,000 for arts-integrated projects serving PreK–3 students. Washington State Arts Commission supports collaborative, culturally relevant arts learning, with emphasis on distressed counties and sequential in- or out-of-school programming.
Washington State Arts Commission
Early Learning and Family Support Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Washington 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving early childhood development, family stability, or related community services can access funding through O'Reilly Automotive Foundation for project, general operating, or capital support. U.S.-based organizations serving underserved families with programs in early learning, literacy, health, economic stability, or disaster relief may be eligible if they operate where O’Reilly Auto Parts has a business presence.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Union Pacific Foundation Grants for Washington Communities
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations offering safety, workforce development, community vitality, or environmental sustainability programs in Washington can access funding through Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Giving Program. Grants of US $5,000 - US $30,000 support direct services and capacity-building projects that primarily benefit communities served by Union Pacific, including initiatives that advance diversity, equity, and inclusion for underrepresented populations.
Union Pacific Foundation
Youth and Community Funding from Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth and families with education, housing, food security, or environmental programs in Washington may be eligible for the True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000. Chick Fil A Foundation supports initiatives such as early learning enrichment, leadership development, community services, and community gardens across the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, and beyond.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc