As our local communities continue to feel the drastic impact of federal immigration policy changes, the City of Seattle and Mayor Bruce Harrell have made it a priority to stand with immigrant and refugee communities, ensuring that Seattle takes actionable, informed steps to remain a city that welcomes and serves every resident.  

In alignment with this commitment, the City Council took action in May 2025 by adopting Resolution 32168, which states: “the Council commits to drafting and considering an amendment to the 2025 Adopted Budget that would add at least $300,000 to OIRA to respond to emerging needs as unwarranted and inhumane immigration enforcement continues to escalate.” 

The Seattle Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs (OIRA) is pleased to highlight the second of two new Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to support immigrant and refugee communities in Seattle.  

Purpose and Background: Community Education & Know Your Rights  

For the first RFP, funding is available for nonprofit and community-based organizations to host Know Your Rights presentations, information sessions, and workshops/webinars for immigrant communities on a range of topics, including immigration policy updates, legal rights, and other community-identified needs. Total anticipated funds available: one-time total funding of up to $80,000.00. Total number of awards: up to 22 awards for $3,500 each.   

Key Dates:  

• Submission Deadline: September 17, 2025, at 5:00 PM (PST)  
• Virtual RFP Q&A Information Session: September 8, 2025 at 3:00 PM  
• Funding Decisions Announced: October 1, 2025  
• Funding Period: November 1, 2025 – October 31, 2026  

How to Apply:   

Application guidelines and templates are now available at www.seattle.gov/iandraffairs. RFP applications must be submitted by email in PDF format to OIRARFP@seattle.gov.   

Eligibility/target audience served: 

Immigrants and refugees who live, work, or go to school in Seattle with priority given to immigrant groups whose status is impacted by changes in immigration laws, policies, or practices. 

For More Information: 

Please review the full RFP guidelines for more details on the application process, funding criteria, and proposal requirements.  

Check out the questions and answers from our Community Education RFP Zoom call:

Additional questions regarding the RFP process can be directed to OIRARFP@seattle.gov or by phone at (206) 688-0002.

Thank you for your continued work supporting Seattle’s immigrant and refugee communities.