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The Voter Education Fund (VEF) is a government, philanthropic, and community partnership to remove barriers to voting. Led by King County Elections, the Seattle Foundation, and local organizations, the fund provides grants for community-based organizations working to increase access to the ballot among historically excluded communities. After a successful pilot program in 2016, the VEF was launched in 2017.
Over the past several years, VEF partners have registered thousands of Washingtonians to vote, provided non-partisan voter education, and helped many of our neighbors make their voices heard. Voter Education Fund grants Multi-year grants of up to $50,000 over two years For organizations looking to increase their reach and build capacity in existing voter education and registration efforts.
Application period is open through April 28, 2025. Seed grants of $5,000 to $10,000 For organizations new to voter education and registration, and/or those that provide smaller events and programs. Applications accepted and grants awarded on a rolling basis.
About our funding and selection process 501c3 organizations (or those who have a 501c3 fiscal sponsor) Organizations closely connected to their communities Organizations representative of the communities they serve Organizations with clear and actionable field plans We prioritize proposals that seek to decrease inequities in voter registration and voting, specifically in historically disenfranchised communities.
Ongoing campaign or events focused on one or more of the following: Voter education or outreach informing underrepresented voters about how voting works in King County Voter registration activities where our communities work, play, or connect Nonpartisan community events on elections and voting Culturally appropriate technical assistance in navigating the voting process Interpretation and translation services for voters Applications will be reviewed by a panel including members from King County Elections, Seattle Foundation, and community members.
Evaluation criteria include: Connection with their communities Experience in non-partisan voter education and voter programs Capacity to complete proposed projects Approach to tracking progress Detailed field plan and budget Learn about the Seattle Foundation and their work in the community. Equity and social justice Learn more about King County's commitment to equity and social justice.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: 501(c)(3) organizations (or those with a 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor) closely connected to and representative of the communities they serve, with clear and actionable field plans. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows multi-year grants: Up to $50,000 over two years; Seed grants: $5,000 to $10,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Voter Education Fund (King County, Washington) is funded by King County Elections / The Seattle Foundation (partnership). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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