Starting a ripple of positivity for children in King County
The mission of the 47th Avenue Foundation is to empower and enrich the lives of children in King County by providing equitable access to healthcare, education, and essential resources that foster their growth, well-being, and potential. With an emphasis on prevention, we support initiatives that address the unique challenges children face. Through compassion, collaboration, and community engagement, we strive to inspire positive change and create a brighter future where every child has the opportunity to thrive and reach their fullest potential.
Lasting change in the PNW community
Our Mission
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Grantee Partners
80+
Grants Given
25k+
Live Impacted
Shaping tomorrow together
Featured Partners
Our funding pillars
Foundation Priorities
Education
We aim to advance equitable educational opportunities by supporting programs that foster academic, social-emotional, career readiness, and self-advocacy skills, empowering children to thrive in an ever-changing world.
Healthcare
Healthier children build healthier communities. We support organizations providing equitable access to medical care, therapies, and early interventions, ensuring every child can grow, thrive, and achieve a brighter future.
Child Wellbeing
To ensure family stability and child well-being by providing essential resources, reducing barriers to participation, and creating opportunities for all children to grow, thrive, and experience joy.
How we support our partners
Our Approach
The foundation supports non-profit organizations by providing critical funding, resources, and strategic guidance to amplify their impact in the communities they serve. Through grants and partnerships, we help these organizations address pressing issues facing children and families in King County. In addition to grant making, we offer capacity-building support, helping non-profits strengthen their operations, enhance their programs, and expand their reach. By fostering collaboration and sharing best practices, we help non-profits to achieve their missions more effectively and create sustainable, positive change. Our commitment to fostering innovation and long-term success ensures that the organizations we support can continue to make a meaningful difference in our hometowns.
Grant Funding
Capacity Building
Community Connections
“As a mother of two, i believe our future is our children. The vision and mission of 47th Avenue Foundation speak to my heart, and I feel privileged to have an opportunity to serve and support families in our community.”
- Lindsey Wellmon