Aurora is once again offering Neighborhood Improvement Grants for neighborhood groups, such as HOA's, and residents, where a neighborhood organization may not exist, to help enhance neighborhoods and strengthening neighborhood relationships among residents and community. New this year, nonprofits and businesses can apply if they collaborate with neighboring residents.
The city has allocated $60,000 for grants in 2025, with a maximum of $5,000 per awarded project. In 2024, nearly $60,000 was awarded to 14 neighborhood organizations across the city.
The competitive grants promote projects that improve a neighborhood’s physical condition, enhance pride and identity, increase neighborhood communication and bring new assets to the neighborhood that foster gathering and positive experiences. Examples of eligible projects include clean-up events, community message boards, community benches and little free libraries.
Residents interested in applying must attend one of three pre-application meetings to learn more about the funding opportunity and application process:
- Tuesday, Jan. 21, 6 p.m., Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway, Aurora Room
- Wednesday, Jan. 22, noon, virtual
- Thursday, Jan. 30, 6 p.m., virtual
Visit AuroraGov.org/NeighborhoodGrants for virtual meeting links. A recording will also be available on the webpage. Applications will be available starting Tuesday, Jan. 21, and must be submitted by 5 p.m. Friday, April 18.
Learn more and apply at AuroraGov.org/NeighborhoodGrants. Email [email protected] or call 303.739.7280 with questions.
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