Did you know you can support women-owned EnviroStars businesses in WA, through our Green Biz Tracker filter? If you are a Woman-owned, BIPOC-owned, Veteran-owned, or LGBTQIA+ - owned business, login to your EnviroStars application, “My Company Profile”, and check off these boxes OR send us an email, and we will update your profile for you. It’s as easy as 1-2-3!
The latest business support resources to consider.
Support Women-owned Businesses
Participate in Intentionalist's Receipt and Receive Contest and upload your receipts when you #SpendLikeItMatters at any woman-owned small businesses throughout March, and you’ll get a chance to win prizes from some of your favorite Seattle sports teams!
Upcoming deadline alert! Know a community-based organization working to create an equitable and sustainable local food system in Seattle? The Food Equity Fund is accepting applications for grants up to $100K to support work that serves communities most impacted by food and health inequities.
Projects centered around growing, sourcing, preparing, learning about, or distributing food, and/or managing food waste are encouraged to apply!
City of Tacoma is sponsoring a $25 Visa gift card incentive to newly recognized businesses.
Already recognized? Tacoma businesses can also receive one additional $25 Visa gift card for successfully referring another business to become recognized.
Do you want to improve your reach and effectiveness of communications with customers? Your business may be eligible for free assistance through the University of Washington Communication Leadership Consulting program.
Communication Leadership Consulting offers pro-bono communication consulting to businesses and non-profits, including website design, video storytelling, marketing and engagement communication, and more.
PreCycle is a regional boot camp pitch competition for the best for-profit or nonprofit business product, service, or idea that addresses waste prevention, waste reduction, or creative reuse in Washington State. Receive free support and mentorships from experts in innovation when you compete!
The 6-week program includes technical and business development workshops (e.g. financial, market fit, circular design, pitch preparation, etc.), mentoring, and networking, and culminates in a day-long virtual event on May 15, 2023. After the event, all participants are offered support to carry their ideas forward.
Resources for Environmentally-Sound Spring Cleaning
It's time to freshen up your business and home! Find community events and helpful links below and keep your eyes on our socials as we share similar events and resources each week!
Beyond the Cart Event on March 18
On Saturday, March 18, Seattle Public Utilities is hosting a Beyond the Cart event. Stop by South Seattle College from 9a-12p (or until the trucks fill up) to dispose of your household waste.
Accepted items include:
Foam blocks
Household batteries (no damaged batteries)
Florescent tubes and bulbs (no broken bulbs, limit: 4 ft.)
Small, empty propane camping canisters
Small electronics (TVs, computers, etc.)
Small appliances (non-freon)
Paper for shredding (limit: 4 boxes of paper)
Household textiles - clothing & curtains
Fix-it Fair on March 18
Treasure instead of trash? Head to the Fix-it Fair at the Greenwood Senior Center from 2-5 pm. If you are attending with a broken item, RSVP here, and there will be a better chance they have the tools on site to fix it!
Spring cleaning at home? Residential customers can learn how to responsibly manage waste using the Recycle Coach "What Goes Where" tool! Visit this website to quickly and easily access disposal instructions and resources for thousands of items in Tacoma.
Want to test your knowledge? Play Sort the Sound, a fun and educational game for all ages!
