The Placemaking Grant program is a community-building initiative that supports quick-wins, and transformative projects throughout the city.
Donor Name: City of Charlotte
State:North Carolina
City: Charlotte
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 05/01/2026
Size of the Grant: Not Available
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
These small-scale placemaking projects enhance community vibrancy, safety, and identity through:
- Activation of leftover and underutilized spaces
- Streetscape improvements
- Art and beautification efforts
- Creation of community gathering spaces
Types of Projects
- Wall Murals
- Street Furniture
- Parklets
- Bike Parking
- Playscapes
- Sidewalk Dining
- Pop-up Plaza / Park
- Street & Sidewalk Murals
- Programming and Events
- Bus Stop Improvements
- Green Infrastructure
- Community Agriculture
- Signal Cabinet Wraps
Eligibility Criteria
- Neighborhood and homeowners’ associations
- Community organizations
- Businesses or merchant organizations
- Individuals with project teams
Applicant groups must be significantly composed of people who live within the city of Charlotte limits.
For more information, visit City of Charlotte.
