Ignite Kirkland Grant Application

Use this form to apply for an Ignite Kirkland grant; the deadline is September 15, 2025. Please review the requirements before applying. We’ll pull background information from your website and/or nonprofit directory listing. Please ensure those are up to date. If you have any questions about the application, just ask!

Ignite Kirkland is a trust-based, community-powered grant opportunity from the Kirkland Community Foundation (KCF). It’s designed to raise awareness of local needs, connect generous community members with causes they care about, and provide funding for nonprofits serving those who live, work, and play in Kirkland.

Selected projects will appear in a public online giving catalog during a two-week campaign, supported by KCF and matching funds from Amazon. This crowdsourced model is simple to apply for, light on reporting, and built to increase your visibility, grow your network, and raise vital funds.

🗓 Application Deadline: September 15, 2025

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Organization Information

Organization Name*

Website

Tax ID (EIN Number)*

Contact Info

Primary Contact for Grant Questions*

Primary Contact Email*

Phone*

Marketing Contact*

Email*

Impact Reporting Contact*

Email*

Project at a Glance

Project Title*

Total amount requested*

Tell us the story behind your idea*

Compelling Summary + Short Call to Action*

How many individuals or households in Kirkland will this project impact?*

Which of these KCF Areas of Impact (more info) does your project align with (check all that apply)? *

Arts & Culture

Learning & Innovation

Community Connection

Parks & Environment

Health & Housing

Budget and Support

Brief Project Budget Summary*

If your request is not fully granted, how would you adjust or scale the project?*

Is this a one-time project or an ongoing project? How will the project be sustained beyond this grant (if applicable)?*

Sharing Your Story

To help tell your story during the public campaign, please upload:

Your organization’s logo

2–4 high-resolution images (mission- or project-related)

Share a sample social media post your organization might use to promote Ignite Kirkland and your project

Optional: Project documents or supporting materials

IMPORTANT: to upload multiple files, they all must be dragged onto the dropzone below AT ONCE. They cannot be dragged one at a time. If you need to submit more files, you can also email them to us.

Upload a file or drag and drop. jpg, jpeg, jpe, png, heic, csv, pdf, doc, pot, pps, ppt, xla, xls, xlt, xlw, docx, xlsx, pptx, zip up to 15MB

Final Notes

Is there anything else you'd like us to know?

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Spark Something Good - with the Kirkland Community Foundation

At the Kirkland Community Foundation, we serve as conveners, catalysts, and collaborators - and we know that new ideas need fuel to catch spark. That’s why we’ve created this space to hear from you.

Whether you’re ready to move forward with a community idea that shows the love in Kirkland, are seeking a small Spark Grant to bring something to life, or feel inspired to support a future project - you’re in the right place.

Let us know how you'd like to get involved, and someone from our team will follow up soon. Together, we can spark something good.

First*

Last*

Email*

Best phone number to reach you*

Why are you filling out this form? Check as many as apply.*

To share an idea about a future project that I am planning

To request a spark grant (under $100) to make a project a reality

To make a financial contribution to be applied to a for the love project

To volunteer or offer my skills

To find out more about the Kirkland Community Foundation

Other (add details below)

Please tell us a little more about your idea, the type of projects that would interest you, and/or the skills you’d like to offer, and we’ll follow up soon to discuss. *

Anything else you would like to add? - Stories, dreams or feedback welcome.

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Community Project Letter of Interest

Kirkland Community Foundation has long served as the hub for successful projects inititated by members of our community, including the Save Our Salmon mural and the Waverly Beach Picnic Shelter. Have an idea for a project? Please complete this form as an initial step in the process, and we'll be in touch!

First*

Last*

Email*

Phone

Street

City

State

ZIP Code

The story behind your idea —

Share what inspired you and what you hope to accomplish. Please include:

A description of your project and why it’s important
Who will benefit and how it will make a difference
Any partners, volunteers, or organizations involved
How this project aligns with KCF’s mission and areas of impact
Whether there are any time-sensitive elements
Let us know what type of support you’re seeking: visibility, fundraising assistance, strategic guidance, or fiscal sponsorship. If requesting fundraising or fiscal sponsorship, please include an estimated budget or cost of the project.

Upload a document (PDF, DOC OR DOCX only) with your projects story here Upload a file or drag and drop. pdf, doc, docx up to 15MB

Write in your project's story here (if you didn't upload a document above)

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Thank you for your interest in serving on our board of directors.

We are seeking passionate and dedicated individuals who share a strong commitment to the Kirkland community to join our board of directors. Board members play a vital role in shaping the organization's direction and ensuring its long-term success. Please complete the following form to express your interest in serving on our board. We are dedicated to the commitment that our board should reflect the diversity of our community.

First*

Last*

Email*

Phone*

Mailing Address*

Any social media accounts you're comfortable sharing

Occupation

Company

Why are you interested in serving on the KCF board?*

What skills and experience do you bring that would be valuable to the board?*

How much time are you able to commit to board service?*

What are your areas of particular interest within the organization's work?

LinkedIn profile

Have you served on the board of a nonprofit organization before?*

Yes

Which organization?

How many years of service?

Did you serve on any board committees?

Is there anything else you would like to share about yourself or your interest in serving on the board?

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Please reach out to us with any inquiries or comments. We'd love to hear from you.

First*

Last*

Email*

Phone

Comments*

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Please reach out to the KCF Grants Team with any questions or comments.

First*

Last*

Organization

Email*

Phone

Comments*

HP Name

Ignite Kirkland Grant Application

Organization Information

Contact Info

Project at a Glance

Budget and Support

Sharing Your Story

Final Notes

Spark Something Good - with the Kirkland Community Foundation

Community Project Letter of Interest

The story behind your idea —

Workshop Registration

Thank you for your interest in serving on our board of directors.

Please reach out to us with any inquiries or comments. We'd love to hear from you.

Please reach out to the KCF Grants Team with any questions or comments.