By and For Registration: Organizations and Partners

The Community Reinvestment Plan Report (PDF) sets out a strategy for the distribution of funding from the Community Reinvestment Plan (CRP) Account to invest in communities disproportionately harmed by the historical design and enforcement of state and federal criminal laws and penalties for drug possession, “War on Drugs”. The CRP Account was established in 2022 with funding to address racial, economic, and social disparities focusing on four key areas: economic development, legal assistance, violence prevention, and reentry services. (RCW 43.79.567)


The harm from unjust practices requires healing and action – recognizing the structural racism embedded in the historical design and enforcement of state and federal crime laws and penalties for drug possession.


CRP DEFINITION FOR "BY AND FOR" ORGANIZATIONS

The CRP prioritizes funding to "By and For" organizations and emphasizes working with nonprofit, faith-based, and grassroots organizations. As defined by the Office of Equity, to qualify as "By and For" for purposes of the Community Reinvestment project, an organization must:


  • Be part of, rooted in, and defined by the identity of a particular communities.
  • Have leadership and staff who belong to the Black, Latine or tribal community; and
  • Have roots in their communities as change agents and providers of mitigating systems of community service.
  • Invest in and work with community members to improve their quality of life.


For questions about this registration, please click this link to contact the Community Reinvestment Project Team.


Disclaimer: Information provided to the Department of Commerce is subject to public disclosure, pursuant to RCW 42.56. Completing this registration form does not guarantee funding. Funding decisions are subject to a review process, and approval is not guaranteed. The CRP team will review each organization's response on a case-by-case basis and determine if the "By and For" qualifications have been met based on the responses.

 

Before Filling Out This Form

If you are an individual looking for:


  • Grants and loans.
  • Legal aid to clear my criminal record or remove convictions.
  • Community programs that focus on preventing violence.
  • Services to help me successfully reintegrate into society after being in jail or juvenile detention.


Then this registration form is not for you. We recommend you sign-up for the CRP list serv to receive emails about programs and funding that you are eligible for. You can sign-up for the CRP list serv by clicking this link.

 
 

INSTRUCTIONS

Registration is required for all organizations to participate in Community Reinvestment Funded Programs. Registration will remain open until all CRP programs are implemented.


Steps for an Easier Process

  1. Review the Community Reinvestment Plan
  2. Review eligibility criteria for "By and For" Organizations
  3. Download a copy of the questions to prepare
  4. Complete registration form below


Please note that the registration form does not save draft responses.

 
 

If you are a small business applying for the community healer grant, please select "I am applying for the community healer grant."

 

About Your Organization

 
 

Please select the option that best describes your organization's involvement with communities affected by the War on Drugs. Note: Only organizations that fit one of these two descriptions are eligible for funding. If your organization does not align with either of these options, unfortunately, it does not meet the eligibility criteria for this funding opportunity.

 

Partner organizations collaborate with groups, including "By and For Organizations," to achieve shared goals. These partnerships involve direct collaboration, public endorsements for credibility, and consulting for inclusivity and cultural sensitivity. Such relationships are key in promoting mutual respect and understanding across diverse communities, thereby enhancing the impact and outreach of the involved organizations.


Provide evidence of your partnerships or collaborations with "By and For Organizations" and/or communities harmed by the historical design and enforcement of state and federal criminal laws and penalties for drug possession. You can provide:

  • Letters from these organizations saying you work together.
  • Memorandum of Understanding, Agency Agreements from these organizations.
  • Letters from trusted leaders in communities in Washington, including highlights of its actions to work with these communities.
Drop your files here
 

Given the historical context of structural racism influencing the design and enforcement of drug policies, which have disproportionately affected Black, Tribal, and Latino communities in Washington, it is crucial to address and prioritize healing and action within these groups as outlined in the Community Reinvestment Plan (CRP) report. However, to prioritize the inclusion of all severely impacted communities, including those that have historically been marginalized or overlooked, we are continuing to gather information to examine our efforts.

 
 

PLEASE NOTE: Tribal-led 501(c)3s and federally recognized tribes do not need to apply for the by-and-for registry. You are automatically eligible to apply for grants.


 

How would you like to be involved in our initiative? Please select your preferred level of engagement from the options below:

 

A UBI number is a nine-digit number that registers you and allows you to do business in Washington State.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

How can we contact you?

 
 
 
 
 
 

How Your Organization Helps the Community

 

CRITERIA: Be part of, rooted in, and defined by the identity of the Black, Latine, or Tribal community;


Guidance: Requires that your organization or your partner organization should be closely connected with, and primarily focused on, the Black, Latine, or Tribal community. This means your organization should be an integral part of these communities, deeply involved in their activities, and clearly represent their identity and interests. Essentially, your organization should be established by and for the people in these communities, reflecting their culture, values, and priorities.

 
 

CRITERIA: Have leadership and staff who belong to the Black, Latine or Tribal community; and


Guidance: This criteria requires that most leaders and staff in your organization or your partner organization must belong to and be representative of the Black, Latino, or Tribal community. It emphasizes the importance of having people in positions of authority and influence within your organization who personally belong to these communities. This ensures that the perspectives, experiences, and voices of the Black, Latino, or Tribal people are authentically represented and directly influence the organization's decisions and actions.

 
 

CRITERIA: Have roots in their communities as change agents and providers of mitigating systems of community service. Invest in and work with community members to improve their quality of life.


Guidance: This criteria focuses on two key aspects. First, it requires your organization or your partner organization to be deeply connected with its community, acting as a force for positive change and offering services that help address community challenges. Your organization should be known for actively working to make things better in the community. Second, the criterion emphasizes the importance of collaborating with community members to enhance their quality of life. This means investing time, resources, and effort into initiatives and projects that directly benefit the people in the community, helping them lead better, more fulfilling lives.

 
 

Select the areas your organization serves:

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Basic contact information for approved 'By and For' organizations will be shared on our project dashboard on the Commerce website to facilitate collaboration. Each approved 'By and For' organization will have its organization name, website, and email contact information listed.


Additionally, organizations have the option to provide extra details, such as service areas, target communities, and areas of interest.


Please select the level of information you would like to share.

 

Type your name below to attest that all the information in this form is true and complete. If I give false information, my registration may be denied.