The Neighborhood Improvement Grant is designed to improve the appearance of Aurora neighborhoods while strengthening the social fabric and organizational networks of the community.
Donor Name: City of Aurora
State: Colorado
City: Aurora
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 04/19/2024
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The goals of this program include:
- Improving the physical condition of a neighborhood
- Enhancing neighborhood pride and identity
- Connecting neighbors and fostering a strong sense of community
- Encouraging “place-making” by bringing assets into the neighborhood that encourage gathering and positive experiences.
Funding Information
Aurora’s Neighborhood Improvement Grant is funded through the annual budget process for a total of $60,000. Applicants may apply for up to $5,000 per project for community-based improvements such as clean-up events, community message boards, community benches, community place making, little free libraries, etc.
Eligible Projects
Eligible projects must be within Aurora city limits, provide an identifiable benefit to the neighborhood, have a specific timeline, and involve at least three neighborhood households.
Eligibility Criteria
Neighborhood organizations and residents (where a neighborhood organization may not exist) are encouraged to apply.
General Guidelines
- Projects must be located within the city of Aurora and have a community benefit.
- If your neighborhood is not yet registered with the city of Aurora’s Neighborhood Registration Program, registration will be required upon application.
- Must have at least 3 residents who LIVE in the neighborhood to serve as project coordinators.
- All projects must include permission from the property owner, HOA board, or entity that is responsible for the maintenance of the project location.
- Projects must have high visibility to the surrounding streets, neighborhoods and adjacent owners.
- Proposed landscaping must have irrigation and each project must adhere to applicable City codes and ordinances.
- Before and after pictures of the site must be shown to verify the completion of the project.
For more information, visit City of Aurora.