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Lead in Traditional Eyeliner Community Outreach and Education Project
Request for Applications (RFA)
Due date and contact information
- Due date: No later than May 29, 2026 at 2 pm PST
- Contact: Phil Thompson: phithompson@kingcounty.gov
- Short URL: kingcounty.gov/health/eyeliner
Summary and download
This RFA seeks to fund community-based organizations to partner with Public Health - Seattle & King County (PHSKC) to reduce exposure to lead from traditional eyeliners, commonly referred to as kajal, kohl, surma, or tiro. Community-based organizations play a critical role in reaching families through trusted relationships, language access, and culturally relevant communication.
Focus communities for this Request for Applications include South Asian, Middle Eastern, North, West and East African communities in King County where traditional eyeliners may be commonly used. Additionally, this project prioritizes outreach and education for families who use these products with infants, children, and pregnant people.
Pre-Application Conference
Public Health – Seattle & King County (PHSKC) will conduct one pre-application conference for this RFA on Zoom. This conference will be an opportunity for interested organizations to hear more about the project and to ask questions.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026 2 pm to 3 pm PST
Zoom meeting
Join: https://kingcounty.zoom.us/j/82203004150
- Meeting ID: 822 0300 4150
- Passcode: eyeliner