Rainier Valley Community Development Fund

Owner Operator Tour with @weFranch
2025-09-11 | WA
Explore opportunities for small business ownership at this informative tour, featuring insights into various franchise options available in Seattle.Time and location TBD

98118 Fest
2025-08-23 12:00 - 18:00 UTC | Columbia Park, 3600 S Edmunds St, Seattle, WA, 98118, United States
SEEDArts presents this free festival in Columbia Park featuring live music, a marketplace of artists and makers, kids’ activities, food trucks and more. Join us and celebrate the 50th Anniversary of our parent organization, SouthEast Effective Development (SEED)! Learn more about SEED’s work in the South End over the past 50 years. SEED’s 50th anniversary celebration of South End arts, music, and culture, featuring live music, a marketplace of artists and makers, kids’ activities, food trucks and more. RVCDF will be a sponsor at this event.

Back2School Bash w/ Rainier Beach Action Coalition
2025-08-23 12:00 - 16:00 UTC | Rainier Beach Community Center, 8825 Rainier Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98118, United States
Free school supplies, food, and resources for local families. Enjoy activities, community outreach, and entertainment!

Acts On Stage: The Wiz Musical
2025-08-22 - 2025-08-24 | Benaroya Hall, 200 University St, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
TEEN SUMMER MUSICAL presents “The Wiz – a 25th Anniversary Celebration”! Show runs August 22-24th @ Benaroya Hall (#downtownSeattle). Tickets are just $25 with special discount Friday matinee for Daycares & Camps! Tickets available now at www.Linktr.ee/ActsOnStage ! (sponsored by Seattle Parks & Rec, Acts On Stage, ARC, 4 Culture, Office of Arts & Culture, DADS, Black Home Initiative, and Verity Credit Union)

RVCDF Grand Opening
2025-08-21 11:00 - 14:30 UTC | Rainier Valley Community Development Fund, 2802 South McClellan Street, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
Join us as we celebrate the Grand Opening of RVCDF’s new office! Enjoy refreshments, a brief presentation, and a ceremonial ribbon cutting. This event marks a significant milestone for the organization, with local businesses and community leaders in attendance.

Othello Park International Festival 2025
2025-08-10 | Othello Park, 4351 S Othello St, Seattle, WA, 98118, United States
A community event celebrating arts, culture, and local businesses. RVCDF will be a sponsor at this exciting cultural festival.

Rainier Rising: United for Youth Block Party
2025-08-09 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Smilow Rainier Vista Boys & Girls Club, 4520 Martin Luther King Jr Way S, Seattle, WA, 98108, United States
Join us for the Rainier Rising: United for Youth Block Party — a community celebration to kick off the first day of the Rainier Rising Convening! Saturday, August 9 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Smilow Rainier Vista Boys & Girls Club4520 Martin Luther King Jr Way S, Seattle, WA 98108Come through for an evening of games, open mic, performances, food trucks, local vendors and community resources. It’s free and open to the public! Friends and family are welcome!Let’s gather, connect and celebrate the incredible work happening for youth in our community

Small Business Technical Assistance Workshop
2025-07-31 15:00 - 16:30 (America/Denver) | Tacoma Municipal Building, 747 Market Street, Tacoma, WA, 98402, United States
Join us for an informative and engaging session designed to connect small businesses with technical assistance and financing resources. This free workshop is ideal for entrepreneurs looking to grow, build capacity, or get connected with support services in the region. Let us help you access the tools, resources, and support you need to thrive. This session is open to all small business owners, entrepreneurs, and startups. Featured Presenters: City of Tacoma – Equity in Contracting ProgramOverview of resources and contracting pathways City of Tacoma – Small Business Financing OpportunitiesLearn about current loan programs and capital tools City of Tacoma – Green Economy StrategyDiscover how small businesses can tap into green initiatives Washington SBDCBusiness advising, planning, and growth support Business Impact NWTechnical assistance for launching and scaling your businessRegister Here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=_OX4jnXzrkCrmeXO6YAScYuQYvxH7cdEvs90nN10p01UOEEwWjU1U05MQzlDNFIxRVBDUUxXRkhBTy4u

Summer Black Business Mixer w/ B.O.B.E
2025-07-25 | WA
Celebrate Black-owned business excellence at this annual mixer designed to connect and uplift Seattle’s Black business community.(Time and location TBD)

1st Security Bank - Stuff the Bus
2025-07-21 - 2025-08-15 | WA
Together with our communities, we’re helping kids return to school ready to learn. 1st Security Bank’s annual “Stuff the Bus” school supply drive is back, and each of their branches/offices has selected a local non-profit or elementary school to receive the donations of much-needed supplies to support students.Learn more at https://www.fsbwa.com/news-and-events/stuff-the-bus-2025

RVCDF Soft Opening
2025-07-17 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Denver) | Rainier Valley Community Development Fund, 2802 South McClellan Street, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States

Workshop: Seattle Small Business Happy Hour
2025-07-09 15:00 - 18:00 UTC | Amazon Skills Center, 1007 Stewart St., Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Join fellow small business owners for networking and resource-sharing at this casual workshop and happy hour event.

2025 Community Impact Event
2025-04-03 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | New Holly Gathering Hall, 7054 32nd Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98118, United States
Join us for the 2025 Annual Rainier Valley Community Development Fund’s Community Impact Event. Food, drink and music provided. Invite only.
