Seeking Feedback from Community Organizations Led by Black, Indigenous, and People of Color: Survey to Inform Funding for Youth Empowerment and Cultural Education Programs Serving Youth of Color

By Samantha Allen

Published: March 2, 2022 | 10:10 PM GMT

The Seattle Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL) is seeking feedback from community-based organizations led by Black, Indigenous, people of color (BIPOC) and sole proprietors serving youth and families of color in Seattle, WA. Feedback provided will help inform upcoming funding opportunities that support BIPOC youth empowerment and cultural education in response to recommendations from the Equitable Communities Initiative (ECI).

Through this survey, we hope to reach the following objectives:

Identify community-based partners that may be interested in applying to the ECI funding opportunity.
Understand existing efforts in the areas of youth leadership and cultural education.
Identify current barriers for organizations in applying for City of Seattle funding to improve our application process.

To provide your feedback and receive updates relating to this funding opportunity when it becomes available, please complete the quick survey below:

Survey link: tinyurl.com/2022eci

Alt Text: Seattle Community-Based Organization Survey: Get your voices heard by filling out this 5-8 minute survey. Input will inform future funding opportunities for organizations led by Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. Completed surveys will enter into a drawing for a chance to win a $100 gift card! — *Alternate Text for Survey Flyer:* Seattle Community-Based Organization Survey; Get your voices heard by filling out this 5-8 minute survey. Input will inform future funding opportunities for organizations led by Black, Indigenous, and people of color. Completed surveys will enter into a drawing for a chance to win a $100 gift card!

Please help us spread the word about this survey to local organizations led by Black, Indigenous, and people of color serving youth throughout Seattle, WA!

About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.