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Find similar grants2026 cycle: Nominations April 6–24 (closed); finalist applications due May 29; finalists notified July 17; awards ceremony in December. Voting on finalists resumes in October.
People Helping People Awards is sponsored by BECU Foundation. The BECU Foundation's People Helping People Awards honor exceptional nonprofit work in communities served by BECU. BECU members nominate organizations for grants.
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2026 People Helping People Awards | BECU People Helping People Awards The People Helping People Awards are an annual member-led program that recognizes and supports great causes in our communities. The People Helping People Awards are a celebration of exceptional work within the communities we serve and provide us the opportunity to honor members and nonprofits that drive positive change through service to others.
Each year, BECU members can nominate local nonprofits for a People Helping People Award of up to $50,000 in grant funds. The 2026 nomination window has now closed . Check back in October to view our finalists and vote for the People's Choice Award!
Nominations Accepted: April 6 – April 24 Semi-finalists Notified: May 11 Semi-finalist Applications Due from Nonprofits: May 29 Finalists Notified: July 17 People Helping People Awards Celebration: December 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.
org 2026 Nomination and Application Guidance (PDF) Frequently Asked Questions (PDF) People Helping People Awards Official Rules (PDF)
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Active 501(c)(3) nonprofits with a direct impact in Washington, Idaho, Oregon, or South Carolina. Organizations are nominated by BECU members. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to US $50,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for People Helping People Awards are due April 24, 2027. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
People Helping People Awards is funded by BECU Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in South Carolina, Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. Check the official notice for exact location requirements.
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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.
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