Resource Directory
This directory includes emergency grants, learning opportunities, relief funds, and support services aimed at creative community, artists, and cultural workers. We are continuously updating and adding to this collection of listings, and welcome your input.
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by Pierce County
Worksheet for requesting Economic Injury Disaster Loan Declaration
by La Resistencia
Make 3 Phone Calls to Demand Adequate Health Care for Detainees at Northwest Detention Center
by Central Area Collaborative
Central Area Collaborative's survey on small business impact in the CD
by Center for Disaster Philanthropy
Info sharing about nation wide impacts of disaster on philanthropy and possible solutions
by U-Haul
30-day Free Self-Storage for college students
by U-Heights
UHeights is hosting overnight U District Safe Lot, that will serve up to five vehicles (no RVs) and folks who are living in their cars.
by Washington Health Benefit Exchange
Individuals who have lost health insurance coverage after March 1, 2020 during the public health emergency will have until September 30, 2020 to sign up for coverage through Washington Healthplanfinder.
by Facebook Page
Resource share group for parents: homework, child care and wrap around support, latest news from health authorities & more.
by Seattle Public Schools
Childcare for the families of first responders and essential workers
by Seattle Public Schools
Family resources during school closures (Multiple Languages)
- Type: article/gallery, resource-directory, tipsheet/factsheet, webinar/livestream
- Topics: Advocacy & Organizing, Learning & Development, Youth & Families
- Sector: Festival & Event Industry, Film - Television - Media Industry, Literary Arts Sector, Music Industry, Other Creative Sector, Performing Arts Sector, Visual Arts Sector
by NorthWest Share
Vegetarian meals, free
by Mutual Aid and Survival (PDX)
Collection of links and resources organized by Disability Justice Culture Club (PDX)
- Type: article/gallery, resource-directory, service-program, tipsheet/factsheet
- Topics: Advocacy & Organizing, Health & Wellness, Learning & Development, Relief Services
- Sector: Festival & Event Industry, Film - Television - Media Industry, Literary Arts Sector, Music Industry, Other Creative Sector, Performing Arts Sector, Visual Arts Sector
by Wa-BLOC (Washington Building Leaders of Change)
WA-BLOC providing free hot lunch for students in the Rainier Beach Community every Tuesday/Thursday while schools remain closed!
by COVID-19 Mutual Aid
Community-organized network for resource and informational sharing. Instagram account.
- Type: article/gallery, campaign, funding-program, resource-directory, service-program, tipsheet/factsheet
- Topics: Advocacy & Organizing, Food & Shopping, Health & Wellness, Learning & Development, Relief Services, Rent Housing Utilities, Unemployment, Youth & Families
- Sector: Festival & Event Industry, Film - Television - Media Industry, Literary Arts Sector, Music Industry, Other Creative Sector, Performing Arts Sector, Visual Arts Sector
by Washington Health Benefit Exchange
You may qualify for special enrollment for health insurance if you have recently lost your job or experienced a qualifying event. See website for more details.
by New York Foundation for the Arts
The program provides one-time grants of up to $5,000 for unexpected medical emergencies. Application re-opens May 18,2020.
by Kiro 7
Recipe scaled down from the recommendations by the World Health Organization
by U.S. Department of Labor: Wage and Hour Division
Information on The Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Paid Leave Rights, Fair Labor Standards, & more via U.S. Department of Labor.
by Seattle Times: Coronavirus
Seattle Times COVID-19 Latest News
- Type: article/gallery, resource-directory
- Topics: Advocacy & Organizing, Facility & Venue Operations, Health & Wellness, Inspiration & Entertainment, Learning & Development, Relief Funding, Relief Services, Unemployment, Youth & Families
- Sector: Festival & Event Industry, Film - Television - Media Industry, Literary Arts Sector, Music Industry, Other Creative Sector, Performing Arts Sector, Visual Arts Sector
by Public Health Insider
Resources for the deaf and hard of hearing community to help you stay safe during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. You can also call the National Deaf Hotline: 855-812-1001 (Video Phone).
by King County
King County compiled COVID-19 resource list. Base-level information is available in multiple langagues.
- Type: resource-directory
- Topics: Advocacy & Organizing, Business Planning & Admin, Facility & Venue Operations, Health & Wellness, Relief Services, Youth & Families
- Sector: Festival & Event Industry, Film - Television - Media Industry, Literary Arts Sector, Music Industry, Other Creative Sector, Performing Arts Sector, Visual Arts Sector
by SciPol Duke
Details on federal appropriations act H.R. 6074 for coronavirus preparedness and response
by COVIDbase
COVIDbase is a work-in-progress curated list of projects, news, and data related to COVID-19.
- Type: article/gallery, funding-program, resource-directory, service-program, tipsheet/factsheet
- Topics: Advocacy & Organizing, Business Planning & Admin, Facility & Venue Operations, Health & Wellness, Learning & Development, Relief Funding, Relief Services
- Sector: Festival & Event Industry, Film - Television - Media Industry, Literary Arts Sector, Music Industry, Other Creative Sector, Performing Arts Sector, Visual Arts Sector
by Covid19 Mutual Aid - Seattle
Very solid resource list and active document that covers: local mutual aid, organizing toolkits, solidarity events and actions, resources for workers, and more. Visit @covid19mutualaid instagram for latest information.
- Type: article/gallery, campaign, petition/survey, resource-directory, service-program, tipsheet/factsheet
- Topics: Advocacy & Organizing, Health & Wellness, Learning & Development, Relief Services, Youth & Families
- Sector: Festival & Event Industry, Film - Television - Media Industry, Literary Arts Sector, Music Industry, Other Creative Sector, Performing Arts Sector, Visual Arts Sector
by Washington State's Paid Family & Medical Leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave under COVID-19
Tax filing extension, inability to pay business taxes, interest, requesting relief, & more.
- Type: funding-program, resource-directory, service-program, tipsheet/factsheet
- Topics: Advocacy & Organizing, Facility & Venue Operations, Relief Funding, Relief Services
- Sector: Festival & Event Industry, Film - Television - Media Industry, Literary Arts Sector, Music Industry, Other Creative Sector, Performing Arts Sector, Visual Arts Sector
by WA State Liquor & Cannabis Board
Washington State Guidelines Regarding the Coronavirus and the sale and licensing of these products for employers, businesses owners, and workers during COVID-19 pandemic.
by Start Up Washington: WA State Dept. of Commerce
Small business resource directory offered in multiple languages.
- Type: funding-program, resource-directory, service-program, tipsheet/factsheet
- Topics: Advocacy & Organizing, Business Planning & Admin, Relief Funding, Relief Services
- Sector: Festival & Event Industry, Film - Television - Media Industry, Literary Arts Sector, Music Industry, Other Creative Sector, Performing Arts Sector, Visual Arts Sector
by Office of the Insurance Commissioner Washington State
Event Cancellation Insurance & COVID-19
by The Riveter
Find remote work during COVID-19.
by Small Business Association (SBA)
SBA - Coronavirus Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources, multiple languages
- Type: funding-program, resource-directory, service-program, tipsheet/factsheet
- Topics: Business Planning & Admin, Relief Funding, Relief Services
- Sector: Festival & Event Industry, Film - Television - Media Industry, Literary Arts Sector, Music Industry, Other Creative Sector, Performing Arts Sector, Visual Arts Sector
by Office of Economic Development
Up to 10k for small businesses (with physical establishment) experiencing loss of income due to COVID-19. The business owner must have a low/moderate income, smaller than five employees.
- Type: funding-program, resource-directory, service-program
- Topics: Business Planning & Admin, Relief Funding, Relief Services
- Sector: Festival & Event Industry, Film - Television - Media Industry, Literary Arts Sector, Music Industry, Other Creative Sector, Performing Arts Sector, Visual Arts Sector
by Office of Arts & Culture
Details on intial support package for small businesses created by City of Seattle to mitigate economic impact.
- Type: article/gallery, funding-program, service-program, tipsheet/factsheet
- Topics: Advocacy & Organizing, Business Planning & Admin, Facility & Venue Operations, Relief Funding, Relief Services, Rent Housing Utilities
- Sector: Festival & Event Industry, Film - Television - Media Industry, Literary Arts Sector, Music Industry, Other Creative Sector, Performing Arts Sector, Visual Arts Sector
by IRS
IRS stimulus payment to individuals and families + businesses
by Washington Governor Jay Inslee
COVID-19 Resources List for businesses and workers compiled by Governor Jay Inslee's Office.
- Type: funding-program, resource-directory, service-program, tipsheet/factsheet
- Topics: Advocacy & Organizing, Business Planning & Admin, Facility & Venue Operations, Relief Funding, Relief Services, Unemployment
- Sector: Festival & Event Industry, Film - Television - Media Industry, Literary Arts Sector, Music Industry, Other Creative Sector, Performing Arts Sector, Visual Arts Sector
by Open Letter to Washington State Political Leaders
Sign petition to halt evictions, prevent utility cut offs, preserve medical benefits, and institute emergency income assistance.
- Type: petition/survey
- Topics: Advocacy & Organizing, Business Planning & Admin, Relief Funding, Relief Services, Unemployment
- Sector: Festival & Event Industry, Film - Television - Media Industry, Literary Arts Sector, Music Industry, Other Creative Sector, Performing Arts Sector, Visual Arts Sector
by Employment Security Department
Resources for workers and employers during COVID-19
- Type: funding-program, resource-directory, service-program, tipsheet/factsheet
- Topics: Advocacy & Organizing, Business Planning & Admin, Facility & Venue Operations, Relief Funding, Relief Services, Unemployment
- Sector: Festival & Event Industry, Film - Television - Media Industry, Literary Arts Sector, Music Industry, Other Creative Sector, Performing Arts Sector, Visual Arts Sector
by Seattle Public Utilities & Seattle City Light
Utilities Support & Payment Plan Arrangement for Small to Mid-size businesses
by City Of Seattle Human Services Department
Offers 60% discount on their Seattle City Light bill and a 50% discount on their Seattle Public Utilities bill for income-qualified residential households.
by Seattle Times
Talking to your landlord about rent during COVID-19.
by Puget Sound Energy
Puget Sound Energy emergency assistance portal, payment plans, and response to COVID-19.
by Comcast
Comcast offering 2 months free internet to new customers impacted by COVID-19. Lots of qualifications and stipulations in this one. Comcast could and should do better, but worth listing nonetheless.
by YWCA
Wide range of support services and programs for women in: Housing, Health & Safety, Economic Advancement, Race & Social Justice
by YMCA
Service Programs for young adults. Including: housing, education, employment, mental health, substance use, and foster care services.
by The NW Network of LGBT Survivors of Abuse
Survivorship support for LGBT Community + 1:1 Advocacy
by Solid Ground
Social Service Programs. Ready-made/no cook food bags for outdoor pickup. Still offering a very widespan of support programs during the pandemic, see their website for more information or call: 206.694.6700
- Type: service-program
- Topics: Advocacy & Organizing, Health & Wellness, Youth & Families
- Sector: Other Creative Sector
by Seattle Indian Health Board
Wide Range of Health Services, Human Services, and other programs for Urban Native folks.
by Salvation Army (Northwest Division)
Social Service Programs
by Refugee Women's Alliance (REWA)
ReWA provides social services for every member of the family, from infant to senior. Services in over 50 languages and dialects.
by New Beginnings
24 Hour Helpline for Survivors of Domestic Violence.
English 
Spanish 
Vietnamese 
Russian 
Chinese