Neighbourhood Small Grants in BC

Small Grants Up to $500

Since 1999, our small grants program has made communities across BC stronger, safer, and more welcoming. We offer a small grant (of up to $500) for you to bring your project to life. In doing so, you join our family of thousands of project leaders who have taken steps to better their neighbourhoods — just like you.

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I Have An Idea! Now What?

You’ve already gotten through the first step. We make the application process as simple as possible. Here’s what you can expect.

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Write and submit your application together.

You can ask for a grant of between $50 to $500.

Wait for the results.

Volunteers from your community review applications as they are submitted. This can take up to two weeks.

Bring your idea to life.

Funding will be sent to you via cheque. Let's do this!

Share your story!

Photos, screen grabs, and other documentation of your project will help to inspire more people like you to get started.

Stay Connected

The Responsive Neighbourhood Small Grant remains open in several communities. Now more than ever, we need to stay connected with our neighbours and community members. This will keep our communities resilient and able to recover sooner after the crisis. Please check your Communities’ page for the latest information.

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What's New

Blog

What’s new with the Neighbourhood Small Grants program? Updated by staff at Vancouver Foundation and community partners.

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News

August 12, 2020

Responsive NSG is Changing

Since March, 792 projects have been brought to life through the Responsive Neighbourhood Small Grants (NSG). Our project leaders have...

News

April 15, 2020

New Grant Helps You Stay Socially Connected

For 20 years, our community has brought people together with a Neighbourhood Small Grant. We see this community-building spirit blazing...

Project Leader Resources

February 20, 2020

37 Ideas to Build Community Where You Live

The magic of a community that cares for each other can start with just one project. Here are 37 ideas...

Stories

Project 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.

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NSG Stories Responsive NSG

November 25, 2020

Jena World Musical Festival Season 1

As it was the first of its kind an ‘ice-breaking’ musical event which unfortunately fell victim to COVID-19 pandemic, I as a project leader have had to face multiple challenges,...

NSG Stories Responsive NSG

November 23, 2020

Woodworking Crafts

The principal idea of the project was to switch up the dynamic during the pandemic and get a few kids out of the house and let their parents take a...

NSG Stories Responsive NSG

November 21, 2020

Yoga and Mindfulness in Precarious Times

This was a gathering of like-minded people (all women BTW), exploring ways to shed stress and emotions. Through the use of breath and movement, we explored the possibilities of regaining...

Find an Event

NSG events are free to attend and welcome all community members. See what’s happening soon on our community calendar.

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October 3, 2020 @ 11:00 am

My Eye, My Story

Getting Started

Resources for getting involved with Neighbourhood Small Grants as a grant applicant, project leader, or program partner.

Plan Your Project

Get inspiration, forms, templates, and ideas for your grant application and project plan.

Become a Partner

Organizations that want to bring NSG to their community should start here.

Start Your Application Today

Ready to bring your idea to life? Get started on your application today. You can always come back to your application later.

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Responsive NSG Update

Ideas that Connect Neighbours

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Small Grants Up to $500