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You can ask for a grant of between $50 to $500.
We continue to offer Responsive Neighbourhood Small Grants to anyone who lives in BC throughout 2021.
The Neighbourhood Small Grants (NSG) program help residents of any age, experience, or background take part in building community.
(Project pictured: Seafair No.1 eLves)
Each NSG community accepts applications on a different timeline. Find out which NSG community’s you belong to for the most up-to-date information.
We offer a small grant of up to $500 for you to bring your community project to life. With a Neighbourhood Small Grant, you join our network of thousands of project leaders who have taken steps to better their neighbourhoods—just like you.
Why are we doing this? Because magic happens when neighbours connect—even if we must be physically apart. It forms friendships, makes our communities safer and more vibrant. We have helped make communities in British Columbia stronger, safer, and more welcoming since 1999.
You’ve already gotten through the first step. We make the application process as simple as possible. Here’s what you can expect.
You can ask for a grant of between $50 to $500.
Volunteers from your community review applications. You will know if your application was approved between two and eight weeks.
Your grant will be sent to you via cheque or direct deposit. Now it’s time to get started!
Be sure to take a few photos and share them with us. This will help inspire more people like you to get started too.
You can apply for a Responsive Neighbourhood Small Grant if you live in British Columbia. You must find out what your local NSG community’s name is to ensure you are applying to the right place.
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What’s new with the Neighbourhood Small Grants program? Updated by staff at Vancouver Foundation and community partners.
February 19, 2021
Starting February 23, 2021, Responsive Neighbourhood Small Grants (Responsive NSG) will be accepting project applications from anyone who lives in...
Read MoreBy Ciara Farmer and Yasaman Mohaddes Ciara and Yasaman were the authors of the 2019 Neighbourhood Small Grants Annual Report....
Read MoreNeighbourhood Small Grants has created many lasting connections between generations and cultures. The NSG 2019 Annual Report, published today, illustrates...
Read MoreProject leaders love to share back on what happened during their event, gathering, or project. Get inspired for your next idea by reading about what your neighbours are up to.
The building of the Library went just great! A grant from the Vancouver Foundation got it all started. Neighbours got involved with the construction. The North Van District Parks Department...
Read MoreAs a science illustrator in love with drawing, I thought it would be interesting to bring nature journal projects to kids while they are at home. So, I created Curiosity,...
Read MoreWith a Neighbourhood Small Grant, last December Allison and John hosted a virtual party with neighbours in Kelowna. “We were in the midst of a second wave of Covid lock-down...
Read MoreNSG events are free to attend and welcome all community members. See what’s happening soon on our community calendar.
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