The Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (“DMPED”) invites applications from qualified organizations for the FY24 DC Family Fun Destinations Program.
Donor Name: Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED)
State: District of Columbia
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 03/15/2024
Size of the Grant: More than $1 million
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The Program will provide grants for the purpose of creating or enhancing public spaces, exhibits, or activities that will attract families to the District’s Central Business District. The Program will incentivize the development or enhancement of permanent or semi-permanent attractions that will drive foot traffic, offer a new experience to the surrounding neighborhood, and create economic impact.
Funding Information
- DMPED anticipates making 4-6 awards, ranging from $250,000 up to $2 million.
- DMPED will award up to $3,692,485.89.
Project Requirements
- Projects must be active for a minimum of 90 consecutive days at each Project site, with a preference for permanent attractions.
- Projects must be located in the Central Business District.
- Applicants should clearly demonstrate how projects will be appealing and accessible to children and families.
- Projects must be complete and open to the public no later than September 30, 2025, with preference for projects that can open less than 12 months after award.
- Applications for projects intended to be permanent must include a plan for long-term financial sustainability and maintenance.
- Applications should demonstrate a high level of community engagement in response to community needs.
- Projects must abide by all District laws and regulations.
- Applicants should demonstrate site control, including a plan to acquire permits or approvals for the use of outdoor space, or a Letter of Intent for a leased space.
- Applicants must demonstrate a financial match of at least 50% of the Project costs.
- Preference will be given to Projects that occupy vacant commercial space or occupy outdoor space.
Eligibility Criteria
Non-profit organizations or associations, including:
- Creative/cultural, community or faith-based nonprofit organizations;
- organizations with placemaking and/or community development experience; and Individuals and for-profit entities are not eligible to receive grants
For more information, visit DMPED.
