Grant Opportunities

Please note that all submitted grant applications are considered to be public records and are subject to disclosure under the Public Records Act (Chapter 42.56 RCW). Please contact Public Records Officer Dustin Davison at (509) 962-7241 if you have any questions or concerns about what this might mean for your grant application.

Council-funded Grant Programs For 2026 Funding

The application period for the Council-funded grant programs closed on August 29, 2025. These grants will provide funding support in 2026 for community initiatives and programs. The four grant programs outlined in Resolution 2018-32 are: 

ProgramAdministered By
Community GrantCity Council Sub-Committee
Park PartnershipsParks and Recreation Commission
Water Quality GrantsEnvironmental Commission
Historic Preservation GrantsLandmarks and Design Commission


For information about the status of your application, contact the City Manager's Office at (509) 962-7221.

Arts Commission Grants For 2026 Funding

The Ellensburg Arts Commission annually invites artists and organizations to submit a request for funding for art projects in the City of Ellensburg. The application period for 2026 funding closed on August 29, 2025.

ProgramAdministered By
Project Grants
Ellensburg Arts Commission


For questions about the status of your application, send an email to ellensburgarts@ellensburgwa.gov or contact Arts Commission staff member Kelle Vandenberg at (509) 962-7149.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commission Grants For 2025 Funding

The City of Ellensburg’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission is accepting grant applications for 2025 projects that create belonging through enhanced educational and intercultural opportunities or access to community resources. 

The grant program is in its third year, and up to $5,000 is available for potential projects that will be completed in 2025. Grant funds are available as reimbursements.  

ProgramAdministered By
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Grants
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commission

The application period for 2025 funding has closed. For information about the status of your application, contact DEI Commission staff member Nicole Klauss at klaussn@ellensburgwa.gov

For accessibility assistance or questions, contact the ADA Coordinator at ADAcoordinator@ellensburgwa.gov.