SouthEast Effective Development

Join us on Thursday, October 8th at the Rainier Arts Center from 5–7pm and meet four inspiring voices for Southeast Seattle:

• Citywide Councilmember Dionne Foster will deliver the keynote, sharing her commitment to housing, arts and culture, vibrant neighborhoods, and opportunity for working families.
• King County Executive Girmay Zahilay will kick off the evening, bringing his perspective on responsive government, affordable housing, and investment in underserved communities.
• South Seattle emcee, producer, and DJ Gabriel Teodros will perform, blending music and storytelling rooted in community, home, and belonging.
• DJ and Black Tones frontwoman Eva Walker will guide the evening as emcee, bringing her signature warmth, artistry, and connection to community.

Link to tickets in the comments.

Be a part of SEED's future. Join us on October 8th to help shape what's next for Southeast Seattle.

Did you know that SEED:

• Connects affordable housing, economic development, and arts and culture under one organization and one mission.
• Owns nearly 1,000 affordable apartments, helping South End residents remain rooted in their community.
• Supports local artists and cultural life through Rainier Arts Center, Columbia City Gallery, SEEDArts Studios, and public art.

See links in comments to get tickets starting at $25.

Join us Saturday, August 22 for our annual celebration of Southend music, arts, and culture – FREE in Columbia Park. Check out live performances, art vendors, food trucks, giveaways, and more! https://rainierartscenter.org/98118-fest/

We had some provocative discussions about preserving affordable homes and arts space at our briefing on Thursday. Thanks to Margaret Salazar from REACH Community Development, Seth Leonard from CHAM, and Wubet Biratu from Washington State Housing Finance Commission for speaking

Join us on Thursday, May 21 at SEED's Rainier Arts Center. Learn how SEED is preserving affordable housing and arts space here in Seattle. Then join the conversation on preservation with regional housing leaders. Free - Space is limited. RSVP now: https://www.seedseattle.org/event/2026-stakeholder-briefing/

Save the Date for SEEDArts second annual 98118 Fest – Saturday, August 22 in Columbia Park! With live music by Emi Pop, Khueex, and more artists to be announced.

Join us on May 21 for our Stakeholder Briefing. Hear from Seth Leonard on national solutions. Learn how SEED is preserving affordable housing and arts space here in Seattle. Then join the conversation! Free - Space is limited. RSVP now: https://www.seedseattle.org/event/2026-stakeholder-briefing/

Join us on May 21 for our Stakeholder Briefing. Hear from Margaret Salazar on community-led preservation. Learn how SEED is preserving affordable housing and arts space. Then join the conversation! Free - Space is limited. RSVP now: https://www.seedseattle.org/event/2026-stakeholder-briefing/

Join us May 21 for our annual Stakeholder Briefing. Learn how we're preserving affordable housing and arts space. Hear from Margaret Salazar on community-led preservation and Seth Leonard on national solutions – then join the conversation. Reserve your spot now! https://www.seedseattle.org/event/2026-stakeholder-briefing/