The COO Learning Community leverages the power of collective knowledge to accelerate change. We are currently growing the number of resources, opportunities and platforms available through the Learning Community — look here for current opportunities available to community partners.
Leading the
transformation
of King County
Through community-driven partnerships, we are creating greater racial, economic, and health equity that enables all people in King County to thrive and prosper.



ABOUT US
Communities of Opportunity is a network of residents, communities, decision-makers, and funders who believe every community can be a healthy, thriving community—and that equity and racial justice are both necessary and achievable. We are dedicated to eliminating racial, health, and economic disparities and to transforming how we create health and well-being for all people. Together, we’re advancing community-based priorities, tapping into existing community expertise and leadership, and shaping policies to promote equity.

Our
Impact
Starting in 2014 as a partnership between King County and the Seattle Foundation, the initiative has grown to more than 150 organizations partnering together, with the voices of hundreds of community members guiding the way.
Our Work
When community members have voice and power in the decisions that impact their communities, and express it through civic engagement and leadership, it leads to broader community and policy changes that assure racial, health, and economic equity. Therefore, three reinforcing elements are at the heart of Communities of Opportunity.
Place-Based & Cultural Community Partnerships
Systems & Policy Change
Learning Community

“This new process of empowering local communities to identify their priorities, which exist at the intersection of health, housing and economic opportunity, will bring positive changes to places throughout King County that have struggled for much too long.”
The Latest
In part one of this two-part series, the conversation will focus on transformative justice approaches, examining how communities can support survivors of domestic violence and take meaningful action to intervene against harm. Join to build practical skills, engage in critical discussions, and work toward a future where safety and healing are community-driven.
The US Federation of Worker Cooperatives hosts this monthly webinar for groups and people at the very early stages of their worker cooperative project. The webinar describes key steps toward getting off the ground, and where problems often occur. Attendees are offered 30 minutes of free consulting after the webinar from the US Federation of Worker Cooperatives!
Can We Keep It? Reflections on "The Fight for Democracy in America"
A comprehensive, two-day childbirth education class for expectant Black parents.
A comprehensive, two-day childbirth education class for expectant Black parents.
A virtual watercooler for organizers of repair, share, and remaking programs - and anyone considering starting one! No Agenda • No Time Limit • Lightly Moderated. Monthly - Every Third Thursday 5pm Pacific.
API Chaya Queer Network Program presents: Trauma Stewardship, Anger, & Grief for Queer & Trans Black & Brown Parents, Grandparents, & Caregivers who are Survivors of violence
Share and practice trauma stewardship with other QTBIPOC Parents & Caregiver survivors in this moment.
The Community Climate Resilience (CCR) Grant Program serves as a resource for frontline communities to develop new or expand on existing community-based climate resilience projects. Apply by 8 a.m. April 16.
The J.M.K. Innovation Prize seeks to identify and support bold problem-solvers leading transformative, early-stage projects in the fields of heritage conservation, the environment, and social justice. Apply by April 25.
4Culture and the City of Seattle Office of Planning and Community Development have opened a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for coaches, mentors, consultants, and technical assistance providers. Apply by April 10.
The HEAL Grant supports Indigenous-led initiatives in Washington State that advance environmental justice, community health, and cultural resilience. Apply by April 1.
The Port of Seattle is accepting applications for the 2025 South King County Community Impact Fund (SKCCIF) Economic Opportunities for Communities (EOC) Program. Apply by April 10.
The Youth Development RFP seeks to support the mental health and well-being of young people. Apply by April 15.
The $100,000 Bullitt Prize recognizes people in Washington state advancing conservation and environmental justice. Apply by May 16.
Developed in partnership between Front & Centered, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) and community allies, the projects funded by this grant will focus on innovative, community-led solutions aimed at reducing carbon emissions, increasing accessibility, and building lasting, equitable transportation infrastructure.
Seattle Department of Neighborhoods (DON) is currently accepting applications for the Neighborhood Matching Fund (NMF). NMF is a granting program that consists of two funds – the Community Partnership Fund (CPF) and the Small Sparks Fund (SSF) – which support grassroots projects that build stronger communities.
Seed Money Grants support the creation of new community agriculture projects and help sustain existing projects.
For the past six months, the COO Learning Community has been exploring cooperatives, or co-ops, as an alternative and innovative economic development strategy.
A recap of the recent Black Providers Network gathering, featuring several of our funded partners.
News, stories, and recent articles from and about COO partners in community for February/March 2025.
News, stories, and recent articles from and about COO partners in community for January/February 2025.
News, stories, and recent articles from and about COO partners in community for December 2024/January 2025.
Communities of Opportunity celebrated our anniversary – and 10 years of community power – this fall.
60 philanthropists and government grant-makers met October 3 and began shaping a vision for collaboratively transforming funding practices
News, stories, and recent articles from and about COO partners in community for November/December 2024.
Partners came together to collect rich stories and visualize impact through a process called Ripple Effects Mapping (REM).
News, stories, and recent articles from and about COO partners in community for October 2024.