Funding and Capacity Building

We know that securing funding is often one of the biggest challenges facing mentoring programs. That's why we work closely with state and corporate partners to make grant funding available to youth mentoring programs in Washington State. Our grants range from capacity-building opportunities to targeted pilots and projects aimed at addressing specific issues like foster care or juvenile justice. Our goal is to help programs like yours build and sustain effective mentoring initiatives that have a positive impact on young people's lives.

Our grant processes are competitive, but we're here to help you navigate the process successfully. We provide support and guidance throughout the application process, from helping you identify the best funding opportunities for your program to providing personalized feedback on your proposal.

Now Open:

Chairs Initiative for a Sounder Future

All applications must be received by midnight, 7/30/2025. Selected applications will be notified via email after the review process is complete. Eligibility requirements listed below:

The Chair’s Initiative for a Sounder Future grants are made possible by the passing of Senate Bill 5152, which created special license plates for the Seattle Sounders FC.  Lieutenant Governor Brad Owen requested the bill which Governor Jay Inslee signed into law in May of 2013.  A significant portion of the funds generated from the sale of Sounders FC license plates helps fund efforts by youth mentoring programs across Washington State to increase the number of youth they can serve.

The maximum grant award is $5,000. Successful applicants will be required to provide a 50 percent match. For example, if a program is awarded $5,000 they will be required to allocate $2,500 to match the grant award.  In-kind funds can be used for match purposes.

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