Rick Steves’ Europe Fund- Capital Grants for Senior Programs-2018

At Rick Steves’ Europe, we view travel as a potentially life-changing experience. Teaching good and thoughtful travel is our number one priority. As travel teachers, we inspire people to acquire the skills necessary to make their trip an enjoyable, economical, smooth, and rewarding experience. We strive to be “teachers first,” and encourage travelers, as well as our employees, to be thoughtful, cooperative, and respectful, be open to change and considerate of new ideas, and have a willingness to learn new skills.  Our philanthropic activities support organizations that share the same values. RSE grant decisions are made by a rotating employee committee.

Deadline: April 30th, 2018

Notification: Agencies will be notified within 30 days of the committee decision.

Follow Up: Grant Evaluation and Report to be completed online within one year of grant award.

Applicants should fit into the criteria below:

Grant Criteria Eligible organizations: 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organizations with programs and/or services in Snohomish County.  Organizations are limited to one application.  Grant awards typically range from $1,000-$5,000.  Grants will be considered for construction or renovation of senior serving facilities.  Priority will be given to projects that include volunteerism in the project work.  Equipment used in the delivery of services for seniors or that allows seniors to maintain independence in their home or community will also be considered.

Apply here

Rick Steves’ Europe Fund- Capital Grants Awarded-Spring 2018

Organization Name  Amount Awarded  Project Name
Josephine Caring Community  $      5,000 Resident and Staff Safety First
Northshore Senior Center  $      5,000 New Mill Creek Senior Center
Red Curtain Foundation for the Arts  $      2,500 Accessible Entrance for the Arts Center
Stanwood Community and Senior Center  $      5,000 Commercial Kitchen Renovation
The Carl Gipson Senior Center of Everett  $      5,000 Congregate Lunch Program
Volunteers of America Western Washington  $      2,500 VOAWW – Sky Valley A Frame Renovation