Join the 2025 Neighborhood Matching Fund Community Review Panel

The Neighborhood Matching Fund (NMF) is currently seeking 7-9 dedicated individuals to join our Community Review Panel for the 2025 grant cycle. As a community reviewer, you will play a crucial role in making funding recommendations that directly impact community-led initiatives in Seattle.

The Community Review Panel assists in the selection process for NMF's Community Partnership Fund, which provides to $50,000 for grassroots projects that build stronger communities, with an emphasis on projects led by or impacting Black, Indigenous, and People of Color communities.

Details and Application Process

• As a Community Reviewer, you are responsible for thoroughly reviewing grant applications using specific criteria, sharing your evaluation in writing, and participating in collaborative decision-making meetings.

• The application deadline is February 14th, 2025. We encourage you to review the timeline, expectations, and application form available here.

• Each Community Reviewer will receive a $1,000 stipend for the full completion of their responsibilities.

Submit Community Reviewer applications via email to [email protected]. Call us at 206-233-0093 or email [email protected] if you have any questions.