Funding Opportunities in Washington – April 2026

Ensemble Washington is sharing key funding opportunities in Washington available for residents, small businesses, and nonprofit organizations. These resources include grants, disaster recovery support, and community programs designed to strengthen economic growth.

Below is a curated list of important opportunities currently available.

SBA Disaster Loans for Winter Storm Recovery

Residents, businesses, and nonprofit organizations impacted by the December 2025 atmospheric rivers and winter storms may qualify for disaster loan assistance through the U.S. Small Business Administration.

This support is available to:

• Homeowners and renters
• Small businesses
• Nonprofit organizations
• Residents and owners of manufactured and mobile home communities

The loans are designed to help cover physical damage and economic losses caused by the storms.

Application Deadlines:

• Physical damage: April 27, 2026
• Economic injury: November 24, 2026

For assistance, contact the SBA Customer Service Center:
Phone: (800) 659-2955
Email: disastercustomerservice@sba.gov

Human Services Funding Collaborative

The Human Services Funding Collaborative is now accepting applications for 2027–2028 funding. This initiative coordinates funding across multiple cities in King County to support human services programs.

Participating cities include Auburn, Bellevue, Kent, Renton, Redmond, and others across North, East, and South King County.

Application Deadline:
April 6, 2026 at 4:00 PM

Organizations providing community services are encouraged to explore this funding opportunity.

Inatai Foundation Grant Opportunity

Inatai Foundation is offering a shared application process for multiple funding programs, including:

• Campaigns, Litigation, Issues & Policy (CLIP)
• Transformational Capacity Building
• Infrastructure Opportunities

These grants prioritize:

• Rural communities
• Youth-led and youth-serving organizations
• Disability-led organizations
• Immigrant justice and community-based organizations

Application Windows:

• March 2 – April 7, 2026
• July 13 – August 18, 2026

This is a strong opportunity for organizations working in equity, community development, and systemic change.

Business Builder Expo – March 31

Entrepreneurs and small business owners are invited to attend the Business Builder Expo hosted at the Lynnwood Event Center.

This event offers:

• Panel discussions
• Hands-on workshops
• Resource fair
• Networking opportunities

It is designed to support entrepreneurs at every stage, from idea development to scaling a business.

Date: March 31
Time: 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Supporting Community Access to Opportunities

At Ensemble Washington, we believe that access to information is essential for building strong and resilient communities. Many individuals and organizations miss opportunities simply because they are not aware of what is available.

By sharing these updates, we aim to ensure that residents, entrepreneurs, and nonprofit organizations have access to the resources they need to grow, recover, and succeed.

If you know someone who may benefit from these opportunities, we encourage you to share this information within your network.

Community Resource Update

Ensemble Washington will continue to share funding opportunities, programs, and community resources to support economic empowerment and equitable access across Washington State.