Do you have a fun, creative community project idea but need funding to get it going? The Community Advisory Board is excited to announce that it is now accepting applications for the Community Improvement Grant Program.
Donor Name: City of Santa Rosa
State: California
City: Santa Rosa
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 03/02/2026
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The CIG Program supports community building, improves neighborhoods, strengthens relationships among residents and provides grants that foster stronger and more connected community. All approved projects must be inclusive, accessible, free of charge to participants, and focus on community support.
Focus Areas
All grant applications must align with City Council goals and priorities:
- General Community Building Project Ideas:
- Community gardens – creation or cleanup
- Community cleanup day
- Art projects
- Memorial projects (e.g. bench or plaque purchase and installation)
- Youth-led projects
- Neighborhood group development (e.g. neighborhood association creation, neighborhood communications creation, neighborhood leadership development, etc.)
Types of Projects
- Public and Community Improvements: physical construction/improvement projects. Examples include but are not limited to: murals/public art, benches, park improvements/repairs, community clean-ups, tree planting, graffiti removal, community, school or service club project, signage, creek restoration and neighborhood gardens.
- Community Practices: activities that create or enhance the sense of community among individuals within a regional area or within a group that shares a common interest. Examples include: neighborhood leadership development training, community leadership training, formation of a neighborhood association, etc.
Funding Information
All projects MUST demonstrate a 1:1 match. For example, a project requesting a $500 grant must have a minimum of $500 in matching funds, for a total project budget of $1,000. The maximum grant amount is $2,500.
Eligible Expenses
Eligible Grant Expenses include contractor fees, supplies, equipment rentals, permit and insurance fees or costs, other permits related to the project, food, or group trainings.
Eligibility Criteria
Nonprofits, neighborhood groups and/or associations, homeowner associations, service clubs, community groups and /or organizations, and schools may apply to fund a project in Santa Rosa. However, applicants do not have to have an established organization to apply for the funds. Any large or small group of neighbors or community members who want to improve where they live can apply for these grants. The funds may be used to improve a street, block, neighborhood, or community.
For more information, visit City of Santa Rosa.
