Commerce’s Special Initiatives implements new legislative priorities to ensure everyone in Washington has access to safety, belonging, and the basic resources needed to thrive.
Commerce’s Special Initiatives also manages direct appropriations – grants directed to specific community organizations addressing specific community needs. Many gants support historically excluded communities, low-income households or specific demographic groups.
Programs
Legal Aid for Immigrants
Commerce supports legal aid providers for low-income immigrants who are at the most risk of harm.
Religious and Nonprofit Security Grant
The Religious and Nonprofit Security Grant program pays for security equipment, training, and other critical safety needs for faith organizations and nonprofits targeted because of their mission, ideology, or beliefs.
Washington Diaper Program
The Washington Diaper Program supports community-based organizations in distributing diapers, wipes and other essential baby products to families in need.
Reparative Study for Washington Descendants
The study will look at the historical injustices of slavery in the U.S. and the ongoing impact on direct descendants.