The Arts and Culture Program contributes to the health and vibrancy of cities and towns throughout the Pacific Northwest by nurturing artistic expression and promoting critical thinking through the creation and presentation of compelling artistic programs. We also help cultural organizations improve their financial performance through a range of capacity building efforts.

The Building Family Assets Program helps low-income individuals and families acquire the skills and resources needed to achieve long-term economic stability and success.

The Education and Youth Engagement Program enhances the way young people learn by testing new models within the K-12 public education system, enhancing teacher retention and effectiveness, and expanding opportunities for youth to develop new interests, skills, and abilities.

The Emergency Relief Program strengthens the social safety net to meet the basic needs of our region's most vulnerable residents, including food, shelter, and other emergency services.

The Library Program supports the growth and success of libraries in their communities. Our new Library Initiative, Making Connections, focuses on strengthening the role that librarians play in connecting people to information and ideas.

The Science and Technology Innovations Program advances promising research and technological developments that have the potential to expand knowledge, improve health, and protect the environment.