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For the Love of Kirkland

Over 100 Kirkland neighbors gathered to celebrate the city and envision improvements.

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KCF is Kirkland’s partner in philanthropy: donors want to give back to the community, we offer flexible ways to convert ideas into action and outcomes.

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Our mission: Kirkland Community Foundation ignites the power of philanthropy by connecting people, ideas and resources to cultivate a healthy, vibrant, inclusive and sustainable community.

We are your local philanthropic partner

We are a public charity that focuses on supporting Kirkland, primarily by raising and aggregating donations which are then granted to address community needs and to support local nonprofits. KCF offers donors a variety of ways to give, like donor-advised funds (DAFs), area-of-impact funds , project funds and more. We accept donations from individuals, families, local businesses, corporations and sometimes government grants. Watch our video to understand a bit more about us.

"The steadfast support of KCF was a bright spot of connection and community for our guests."

Karina O'Malley, Safe Parking Project at LW United Methodist Church

KCF accelerates community philanthropy through a simple cycle, successfully repeated across many initiatives:

Research, Raise and Return

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Expanding Kirkland's Parklands

We're working with the City of Kirkland and King County to add this gorgeous property on 6th Street adjacent to the Cross Kirkland Corridor to our public lands.
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For the Love of Kirkland

Over 100 Kirkland neighbors gathered to celebrate the city and envision improvements.
Feel The Love
an event to remember

For the Love of Kirkland

Over 100 Kirkland neighbors gathered to celebrate the city and envision improvements.
Feel The Love
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Partnering with residents to address local needs, help donors align their passions with purposeful giving, and elevate nonprofits to sustain and grow their missions.
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Arts & Culture
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Parks & trails, conservation efforts, native landscapes, waterway preservations, decreasing climate impact, urban greening initiatives, wildlife protection and pet-friendly spaces
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Schools & community college, libraries, job training, small business development, STEM programs
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Community Connection
Volunteering, civic engagement, emergency preparedness, diversity & inclusion programs, recreation , and community events.
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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.
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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!

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.

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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.

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