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.

Write and submit your application

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

Wait for the results

Volunteers from your community review applications. You will know if your application was approved between two and eight weeks.

Bring your idea to life

Your grant will be sent to you via cheque or direct deposit. Now it’s time to get started!

Share your story

Be sure to take a few photos and share them with us. This will help inspire more people like you to get started too.

What's New

Blog

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

Stories

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.

NSG Stories

September 27, 2023

Lending Library

A grant from the Neighbourhood Small Grants made the building of this Lending Library possible as well as the support and generous in-kind donations from Ken Talbot and the Revelstoke...

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NSG Stories

September 26, 2023

Neighbourhood potluck

I am writing to express my heartfelt appreciation for the grant support we received and to provide you with a detailed account of how the Neighbourhood Potluck event in our...

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Eaglecliff Neighbourhood Beach Party

The goal of the neighbourhood party was to provide an opportunity to meet the many new families who have recently moved into the neighbourhood and to strengthen the sense of...

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Resources

Getting Started

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