We See You Grants
2022 Grant Recipients
We see you, Black-woman-led organizations!
Black-woman-led organizations are an integral part of the fabric of Washington state. Our latest round of We See You grants acknowledge the vital work being done every day by Black women on behalf of Black Washingtonians. The Black Future Co-op Fund has announced $1 M in grants to 20 Black-woman-led organizations that are vital shapers of Black self-determination, liberation, and prosperity.
African Community Housing & Development | South Seattle and South King County
Led by visionary Black women and a community board of directors, African Community Housing & Development works towards prosperity for the African Diaspora immigrant and refugee community in King County through culturally relevant, holistic programs that support health and housing stability, economic development, high-quality education, and access to legal services.
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Agape House | Seattle-King County
The Agape House is working collectively to end homelessness and potential human trafficking among aged-out of foster care and homeless Black and Brown women, ages 18 to 27 years in the Seattle-King County area by providing non-time limited housing as well as education, employment, and mentorship opportunities.
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BIPOC ED Coalition | Statewide
The BIPOC ED Coalition is a multicultural, cross-sector collaborative of more than 200 BIPOC nonprofit executive directors, working in solidarity to promote wellness and restore resources in BIPOC communities across Washington state.
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Black Coffee Northwest | Shoreline
Black Coffee Northwest is a community gathering place rooted in current culture. It offers youth leadership development and supportive services focused on integrating creativity, exemplifying excellence, and meeting community needs.
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Black Heritage Society of Washington State | Statewide
Founded in 1977, the Black Heritage Society of Washington State holds the largest public archive dedicated to collecting, preserving, and sharing the history of African Americans in Washington, and advocates for equity in the field of preservation. By documenting the stories of Black people, the society provides insight into the panorama of American history.
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Global Perinatal Services | Federal Way
Global Perinatal Services believes that all pregnant women should have access to exceptional prenatal care, and provides community-based doula services to educate and empower Black, refugee, and immigrant women and their families during pregnancy, birth, and into early parenting.
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James and Janie Washington Cultural Center | Washington
The James and Janie Washington Cultural Center seeks to inspire creativity and build community by sharing the paintings, sculpture, and writings of Dr. James W. Washington and Mrs. Janie R. Washington; exhibiting a vast African art collection; and supporting artists in residence.
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Legacy Learners | Spokane
Legacy Learners uses an “unschooling” approach to provide a better learning experience for passionate students with small class sizes and student-guided, hands-on learning aligned with the American Common Core curriculum.
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Maxine Mimms Academies | Greater Puget Sound Area
Maxine Mimms Academies provides opportunities for students who have been temporarily displaced from school to continue their education with a curriculum focused on urban agriculture and hands-on hydroponic gardening; triage, truth, and reconciliation re-entry; mentorship; and college preparation.
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Multicultural Child and Family Hope Center | Tacoma
The Multicultural Child and Family Hope Center provides culturally relevant daycare to nurture the social, emotional, and intellectual development of young children, as well as services for families, like positive parenting, mothering and fathering support groups, military mentoring, and transitional housing.
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Stand for Children | Statewide
Stand for Children Washington advocates for education equity and racial justice through family engagement and organizing, supporting school districts, electoral work, and policy advocacy at the state and local levels, so that every student receives a high-quality, relevant education.
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Technology Access Foundation | King County
Technology Access Foundation believes that STEM is a tool for social change, and is working to improve learning opportunities and academic achievement for underrepresented students and teachers of color across Washington state by partnering with public school districts, universities, community, and corporate partners.
Trufant Family Foundation | Greater Puget Sound area
The Trufant Family Foundation awards college scholarships to students who have been underrepresented in the Seattle-Tacoma area, and provides fundamental support to address needs, such as transportation, food, and rental assistance.
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Wonder of Women | Seattle
Wonder of Women (WOW) is an international effort that seeks to inspire Black women and girls to find their voice, stand in their truth, and tell their story.. InSeattle, WOW is creating an art sanctuary and cultural institute that centers Black culture and provides space for healing and learning.
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