Dear Friends,

Sometimes, it is the most unglamorous work in affordable housing that is most needed. 

Over the last year and a half, SEED and our partners have been working to refinance two of our largest properties - Courtland Place and Dakota. Together, these two buildings provide nearly 400 affordable homes to families and seniors, including more than 150 children. The buildings are now approaching 20 years old and are in need of a new wave of improvements. 

Through the relentless efforts of those involved, we’ve been able to bring new resources into these properties. New financing is bringing in about $2.5 million for repairs, improvements, and reserves, helping SEED maintain these affordable homes for years to come. From new flooring in common areas to upgraded community rooms, accessibility improvements, outdoor features, and enhanced security, we’re working to improve the quality of life for our neighbors.  

Alongside groundbreakings and ribbon cuttings, it’s these everyday improvements that help us address the housing crisis and act as good long-term stewards of our properties.  

All the best,

On May 2 & 3, join us to expand equity and creative opportunity through SEEDArts programs. This year’s campaigns highlight a youth mentorship program at KVRU 105.7 FM, paying gigs for local musicians at Rainier Arts Center’s Summer Series, and Columbia City Gallery’s new BIPOC artists scholarship. Please consider making a pledge (and sharing our page!) to help us serve Southeast Seattle through arts and culture.

SEED applauds Mayor Harrell and everyone who worked on the recent announcement of the Housing Levy renewal. With a bold proposal of $970 Million for affordable housing, this renewal would support the development of more than 3,000 affordable homes. Read more about the Housing Levy.

Columbia City Gallery presents arnaq, hana'ack, smɁem

Indigenous women artists Tammie Dupuis, Savannah LeCornu, Paige Pettibon, and Jennifer Angaiak Wood are featured in this new exhibit. Titled after the word “women,” the exhibit is representative of the artists’ tribal backgrounds of Yup’ik, Confederated Salish and Kootenai, and Tsimshian. This exhibit was curated by Kari Karsten, member of the Seneca nation and manager of Columbia City Gallery. Learn more.

We are seeking an Accounting Manager to ensure accuracy of financial and tax information. Learn more and apply.