Ignite Kirkland Youth Task Force

Applications for the 2025 Youth Task Force are now closed. Thanks for your interest. To stay informed on KCF activities and opportunities like this one, please subscribe to our mailing list below.

We Need Your Help! The Kirkland Community Foundation is hosting our second annual Ignite Kirkland community grant program — supporting dozens of nonprofit projects that all benefit Kirkland — and we need your help to allocate funds among the projects. Join our Youth Task Force and make an impact on your community!

Are you interested? Here are the participation requirements:

Current Kirkland resident
Ages 14–17 as of November 1, 2025
Available to participate in the one-day grant dispersal meeting in Kirkland on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, from 4:30–6:30 PM (Dinner Included)
Have a genuine interest in helping local nonprofits reach their goals
Respect others' ideas and work well in teams to make group decisions

Extra Credit! Need volunteer service hours? Help distribute posters and postcards around town between October 28–31 to spread the word about Ignite Kirkland!

The Youth Task Force is supported by BECU

About Ignite Kirkland

Ignite Kirkland funds nonprofit organizations that strengthen Kirkland’s community across areas such as Arts & Culture, Community Connections, Learning & Innovation, Parks & Environment and Health & Housing.

Local nonprofits submitted dozens of project proposals this year, requesting more than $164,000 in total. The public will have a chance to donate to these projects during the campaign running November 10-24.

Applicant Info

Contact First Name*

Contact Last Name*

Email*

Phone*

OK to text you about the Youth Task Force?*

yes

High School attending*

Grade*

Availability*

I am available to attend the session on Wed., Nov. 5 from 4:30-6:30pm in Kirkland (this is required to participate)

I would like to volunteer for a few hours to distribute posters to local businesses sometime during the period Oct. 28-31 (optional)

This permission form must be completed by a parent or guardian and uploaded here* Upload a file or drag and drop. up to 10MB

What types of causes or issues are most important to you? (For example: helping the environment, supporting mental health, addressing homelessness, animal welfare, etc.)*

Why does this opportunity interest you?*

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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.

HP Name

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)

HP Name

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?

HP Name

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

First*

Last*

Email*

Phone

Comments*

HP Name

Ignite Kirkland Youth Task Force

Applications for the 2025 Youth Task Force are now closed. Thanks for your interest. To stay informed on KCF activities and opportunities like this one, please subscribe to our mailing list below.

About Ignite Kirkland

Applicant Info

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.