Best Starts’ Capital Program provides contracts for building repairs, renovations and new construction or expansion to improve access to high quality programs and services for low-income children, young people, and families, with a priority for those serving Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities.
Donor Name: Best Starts for Kids
State: Washington
County: King County (WA)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 01/14/2026
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
In addition, rural areas and or low-income areas with lack of access will be prioritized. The program will focus on equitable community-driven development to ensure projects are aligned with and serve communities’ needs.
Types of Grants
- Capital Planning Grants
- Construction Grants.
Priority Projects
New Construction or Renovation of existing property for Community Centers or Recreational Centers which prioritize serving Low-Income, BIPOC children, youth and families Without Physical Access to similar facilities. Construction grants awarded under Priority 1 are expected not to exceed $5 million for any single project over the life of the levy.
Funding Information
- Best Starts for Kids has budgeted approximately $20,000,000 for this RFP.
- The maximum award amount applicants may request is $100,000 for Capital Planning Grants and $5,000,000 for Construction Grants.
Eligibility Criteria
This funding opportunity is open to nonprofit organizations, Community Based Organizations (CBO), tribes and tribal organizations, for-profit entities, and public or governmental agencies serving communities in King County. Small nonprofits and community-based organizations are encouraged to submit proposals.
All proposals must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- Applicant is completing New Construction or Renovation of existing property OR is requesting a Capital Planning Grant.
- Project is a Community Center or Recreational Center. No other project types are permitted.
- Request does not exceed $100,000 for Capital Planning Grants or $5,000,000 for other construction projects.
- Project site is owned or leased by applicant organization. Note: If leased, organization must have owner support of proposed construction activities.
- Facility is located in, and serves communities in, King County.
- Applicant serves Low-Income children, youth, and families. The program will prioritize those serving BIPOC communities, Rural areas and/or areas Without Physical Access to similar facilities.
For more information, visit Best Starts for Kids.
