Mayor Bruce Harrell announces funding to address gun violence in Seattle Noel Gasca September 23, 2025 / 11:59 am

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has announced nearly $15 million for services supporting people affected by gun violence.

Starting Tuesday, community organizations will be able to apply for funding through the Seattle Human Services Department.

"We know this work is rooted in relationship and trust. These strategies only work when they're invested in, consistently and at scale," Harrell said during a press conference Monday. "Small pilots or one-offs will just not work."

Standing outside of Garfield High School in Seattle's Central District neighborhood, Harrell said the funding would help build a network of organizations dedicated to prevent violence before it starts.

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