Ignite Kirkland Youth Task Force

Applications for the 2026 Youth Task Force are now closed

Thank you to all the Kirkland teens who applied for this year's Youth Task Force. We're inspired by your commitment to community.

Recruitment for the next Youth Task Force typically begins in the spring. Check back here, or subscribe to our newsletter to be notified when applications open.

We Need Your Help! The Kirkland Community Foundation is hosting our third annual Ignite Kirkland community grant program — supporting dozens of nonprofit projects that all benefit Kirkland — and we need your help to allocate funds among the projects. Join our Youth Task Force and make an impact on your community!

Are you interested? Here are the participation requirements:

  • Current Kirkland resident
  • Ages 14–17 as of May 1, 2026
  • Available to participate in the one-day grant dispersal meeting at KTUB in Kirkland on Tuesday, May 19, 5:30-7pm.
  • Have a genuine interest in helping local nonprofits reach their goals
  • Respect others' ideas and work well in teams to make group decisions

Extra Credit! Need volunteer service hours? Help distribute posters and postcards around town to spread the word about Ignite Kirkland!

The Youth Task Force is supported by BECU

About the Youth Task Force

Since Ignite Kirkland launched, teens from across Kirkland have stepped up to lead. The Youth Task Force is more than a volunteer opportunity — it's a chance to see philanthropy in action, meet nonprofit leaders, and understand how a community invests in itself.

Each cohort of Youth Task Force members joins the Foundation team for the campaign launch, helps build energy and awareness around the campaign, and plays a role in the grant review process. It's a meaningful, real-world leadership experience — and a lot of fun.

→ See past Ignite Kirkland work

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    Spark Something Good - with the Kirkland Community Foundation

    At the Kirkland Community Foundation, we serve as conveners, catalysts, and collaborators - and we know that new ideas need fuel to catch spark. That’s why we’ve created this space to hear from you.

    Whether you’re ready to move forward with a community idea that shows the love in Kirkland, are seeking a small Spark Grant to bring something to life, or feel inspired to support a future project - you’re in the right place.

    Let us know how you'd like to get involved, and someone from our team will follow up soon. Together, we can spark something good.
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    Community Project Letter of Interest

    Kirkland Community Foundation has long served as the hub for successful projects inititated by members of our community, including the Save Our Salmon mural and the Waverly Beach Picnic Shelter. Have an idea for a project? Please complete this form as an initial step in the process, and we'll be in touch!

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    Share what inspired you and what you hope to accomplish. Please include:

    • A description of your project and why it’s important
    • Who will benefit and how it will make a difference
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    • How this project aligns with KCF’s mission and areas of impact
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      We are seeking passionate and dedicated individuals who share a strong commitment to the Kirkland community to join our board of directors. Board members play a vital role in shaping the organization's direction and ensuring its long-term success. Please complete the following form to express your interest in serving on our board. We are dedicated to the commitment that our board should reflect the diversity of our community.

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