The City of Citrus Heights is excited to announce the launch of the 2nd round of Community Projects Grants with an allocation of $50,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funds.
Donor Name: City of Citrus Heights
State: California
City: Citrus Heights
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 03/29/2024
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The Community Projects Grant provides financial assistance to local organizations, nonprofits, and individuals with innovative ideas for projects that engage residents and promote community involvement, pride, and connection.
The program’s primary goal is to support initiatives that promote community connections, enhance engagement, and foster a sense of belonging among residents. Projects eligible for funding may include but are not limited to community events, educational programs, beautification projects, and initiatives that promote inclusivity and diversity.
The city will provide grants to community groups for special projects and events implemented in Citrus Heights. The City’s Community Projects Grant program aims to engage citizens in creative efforts to promote community involvement, pride, and connection.
Community groups are responsible for proposing, designing, and implementing the project.
The Community Projects Grant is meant to:
- Inspire creative and innovative thinking
- Connect residents through events and programs
- Reach local grassroots groups looking to do something positive in the community
- Strengthen existing, and create new partnerships to improve the quality of life for all residents of Citrus Heights.
Special projects and events implemented in Citrus Heights that create community connection. Community groups are responsible for proposing, designing, and implementing the project.
Eligibility Criteria
501c3s, community groups, or organizations seeking funding to complete an activity or project that improves the quality of life in Citrus Heights is eligible.
The program WILL NOT consider grant proposals for:
- Retroactive funding for projects already completed
- Salaries for permanent employees
- Replacement of funding for preexisting community projects or programs
- Start-up programs that require ongoing funding that is not available at time of application
- One-time, individual benefit activities (no Eagle Scout projects, study trips)
- Organizations that have received more than $75,000 in grant funding from the city in the current or previous fiscal year
- Projects or activities identified with political parties
- Organizations that practice discrimination of any kind
- General contributions to larger capital projects.
For more information, visit City of Citrus Heights.