Seattle Department of Neighborhoods

06/13/2026

As we all relish warmer weather and longer days, we want to help you enjoy the vibrancy of Seattle in the summer. AND this summer is extra special as we welcome visitors from around the globe for the FIFA World Cup. If you're looking for some fun ways to celebrate the World Cup, enjoy the character and charm of our city, or simply gather with community, look no further! (well, look slightly further to the link in the comments below ☺️).

06/11/2026

06/10/2026

For more than 50 years, The People's Wall has stood as a community monument. Now, after a unanimous designation approval by the Landmark Preservation Board, it will officially be recognized as a Seattle Historic Landmark. Sitting at 1919 E Spruce in the Central District, the mural painted on the street-level retaining wall was dedicated to nine fallen Black Panther Members and has been described by Elmer Dixon, co-founder of the Seattle Chapter (SCBPP), as "a testament to the struggle of the Black Panther Party.” Link in comments to read more about the mural and landmark designation.

The Peoples' Wall is located at the second headquarters of the SCBPP, a critical hub for community activism, where they ran the Welton Armstead Community Center and the Sydney Miller People’s Free Medical Clinic — the first free healthcare clinic in the Pacific Northwest. The nomination was pursued by a community group organized as the The Black Heritage Society of Washington State.

06/09/2026

Are you part of a small, grassroots organization? Have a project centered around food? Join our Food Equity Fund team, Thursday, June 11, from 5-6 PM, for an opportunity to ask questions about the Starter Fund and how to make your application stand out. This is a virtual gathering. Link in comments for meeting access information.

The Starter Fund prioritizes community organizations and groups with an annual budget of less than $500,000. The intention is to provide a nimble grant to smaller, grassroots organizations advancing an equitable and sustainable local food system who historically have limited access to institutional funding

06/09/2026

06/08/2026

Rainier Beach neighbors, we want to hear from you! Help influence the City's safety approach for your neighborhood. Join us and the Seattle Police Department Wednesday, June 10, from 6:00-7:30PM at the Rainier Beach Community Center for the upcoming “Our City, Our Safety” conversation for the South precinct area.

06/06/2026

Next week, Seattle will welcome visitors from around the globe for the FIFA World Cup. This is an opportunity for us to represent our city and share the rich culture, hidden gems, and undeniable charm that lay off the typical tourist path. We've partnered with Office of Arts & Culture Seattle and Seattle Parks and Recreation to create inclusive, family-friendly, and community-centered opportunities for residents to celebrate soccer, culture, and civic pride throughout the tournament. See details on community events and activations in The Facts Newspaper: https://www.thefactsnewspaper.com/post/community-events-bring-the-spirit-of-fifa-world-cup-2026-to-neighborhoods-across-seattle

Worried about getting around the city during the World Cup? Don't let traffic deter you from kicking off the summer fun! A little planning is your best strategy for tackling traffic. This resource guide from Commute Seattle helps you set the perfect formation for moving stress-free around the city: https://www.commuteseattle.com/sea26/

06/03/2026

Kick off Pride Month at Pride in the Park, Saturday, June 6, 12-7 PM at Volunteer Park.

The free annual LGBTQIA2S+ festival has something for everyone; live music, dancing, drag performances, food trucks, community booths, q***r vendor marketplace, and more! We are proud to support Pride in the Park through the Neighborhood Matching Fund.

Learn more at: https://seattlepride.org/events/pride-in-the-park

Seattle Pride

06/02/2026

Always grateful for the opportunity to connect with our community partners!