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Each year, BECU members nominate nonprofits for awards up to $50,000 in grant funding, and each finalist is guaranteed a minimum of $15,000. Our People Helping People Awards committee has narrowed down the list of member-nominated nonprofits to 18 amazing finalists. Watch the videos and read the descriptions below, then vote for your favorite nonprofit.
Voting is now closed, but you can still learn more about our incredible 2026 finalists by viewing the videos below. Our 2026 People Helping People Award winners will be announced in December. Thank you for voting!
Bellingham Food Bank works to reduce hunger by ensuring equitable access to nutritious food and essential resources, strengthening regional hunger relief efforts, and addressing systemic inequities that contribute to food insecurity.
The ChangeUp Foundation expands access to higher education for BIPOC students by providing renewable college scholarships, mentorship, and ongoing support that helps remove barriers and open doors to educational opportunity. Connect Casino Road strengthens the community and family well-being through trusted relationships, resource connections, and community-centered support.
Culture Generation celebrates and preserves the culinary traditions of immigrant communities, using food as a bridge for cultural connection and understanding. Through its programs, the organization empowers marginalized communities, supports economic sustainability, and fosters belonging across generations.
Highline Area Food Bank provides free food and essential support to people experiencing food insecurity while connecting them to additional community resources. The organization works to improve food access and strengthen the well-being of Burien and greater Highline community. The KBTC Association engages and informs communities through educational, inspiring, and entertaining media.
By elevating local voices and fostering civic dialogue, KBTC helps strengthen community connection and engagement. Key Tech Labs bridges the digital divide by providing hands-on training in technology, AI, and green energy. Through a BIPOC-centered approach, they empower individuals and communities to build a more sustainable and equitable future.
The Light Collective brings joy, connection, and support to Pacific Northwest families impacted by childhood cancer through monthly meaningful experiences and community-building programs. Maddie's Place provides specialized care for substance-exposed infants while supporting parents and caregivers with compassionate, wraparound services.
Northeast Youth Center (NEYC) provides educational and recreational programs that support low-income youth (ages 3-12) in Spokane build confidence, life skills, and opportunities for success. Rain City Rock Camp empowers women, girls, and gender nonconforming individuals to engage their creative potential through music, champion equity, and thrive in a community of allies and activists.
RECLAIM supports individuals and families impacted by the criminal legal system through reintegration services focused on mental, emotional, and relational well-being, led by people with lived experience.
Safe Parking Program at Lake Washington United Methodist Church The Safe Parking Program at Lake Washington United Methodist Church provides a safe place for people living in their vehicles, along with essential resources and social service connections. The program helps meet basic needs while supporting individuals on their path toward stable housing.
Shades of Divinity promotes reproductive justice, Black liberation, Indigenous sovereignty, and maternal child health equity through community outreach, education, direct support, and advocacy.
Shoreline Farmers Market Association Shoreline Farmers Market connects local farmers, producers, and artisans with the community through fresh food, education, and inclusive gathering spaces to support a healthy local food system and a more accessible economy.
Stella Nyanduko Foundation The Stella Nyanduko Foundation supports Kenyan and East African immigrant families, through programs that strengthen art, culture, education and mental health advocacy. Sustainable Ballard inspires and empowers neighbors to take action for a more sustainable future and resilient community through education, conservation, and community engagement.
Unloop provides free technology training to formerly incarcerated adults across Washington State, helping them build digital skills, confidence, and access to opportunities. Through education and a supportive peer community, Unloop empowers individuals to succeed in reentry, employment, and lifelong learning.
More about the People Helping People Awards BECU Member Nominations: April 6 – April 24 People Helping People Awards Celebration: December 10 The BECU People Helping People Awards are granted in the following amounts: Member Volunteer of the Year Award: (1) $50,000 Selected by a panel of judges, the award is granted to a nonprofit organization on behalf of an outstanding member volunteer.
People's Choice Award: (1) $40,000 Selected by popular vote from the community, the award is granted to one nonprofit organization. Employees' Choice Award: (1) $30,000 Selected by popular vote from BECU employees, the award is granted to one nonprofit organization. Past PHPA Recipients' Choice: (1) $30,000 Selected by popular vote from past PHPA recipient nonprofits, the award is granted to one nonprofit organization.
Community Benefit Award: (14) $15,000 Selected by a panel of judges, the awards are granted to fourteen nonprofit finalists that have been nominated by members. In addition to the above listed award amounts, all PHPA recipients will receive a glide path grant of $2,500 for the two years following their initial award. BECU members may nominate any nonprofit organization they support with their time, talents or money.
Nonprofits must also meet the following requirements: Active 501(c)(3) tax exempt status with the IRS.
Must have a direct impact in one of the following areas: Idaho, Oregon or South Carolina Nonprofit work must be focused in any one of the following seven giving areas: Advancing education (Pre-K through college) Creating economic opportunity Preserving health and promoting wellness Preserving or restoring the environment Providing for basic human needs Strengthening local communities Contact the BECU social impact team: communityrelations@becu.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Active 501(c)(3) organizations with a direct impact in Idaho, Oregon, South Carolina, or Washington. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $50,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
BECU Foundation: People Helping People Awards is funded by BECU Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Right Now Grants is sponsored by BECU Foundation. Supports community partners addressing scholarships, job training, housing, homeownership, and access to financial services. Relevant to nonprofit workforce-training scholarships and homeownership or financial-literacy initiatives, although the published material describes the current awards as grants to selected partners rather than an open application cycle.
BECU Right Now Grants is sponsored by BECU Foundation. The BECU Foundation distributed $4 million through its Right Now Grants program to support organizations working to expand opportunity and strengthen communities. The grants help local nonprofit and credit union partners advance their work in housing stability, education, workforce development, food security, and access to financial services.