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You can ask for a grant of between $50 to $500.
The Neighbourhood Small Grants (NSG) program helps residents of any age, experience, or background take part in building community.
Each NSG community accepts applications on a different timeline. Find out which NSG community 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 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.
March 1, 2022
We received a NSG to help us share knowledge about composting with worms and fermentation. We’ve been busy setting up...
Read MoreMarch 1, 2022
In September 2021, I shared and demonstrated an approach to container gardening that reduces water usage, time and physical demands....
Read MoreNeighbourhood Small Grants’ 2020 evaluation report highlights what we learned in the year with Responsive Neighbourhood Small Grants and brings...
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.
I received funding in fall 2020 to pilot a 2-day beginner’s carving workshop in the Toquaht village of Macoah on the north coast of Barkley Sound. The event was a...
Read MoreLast weekend, we had more than 50 players and many more spectators from close and far gathering at the community hall and sitting around the chess boards. Over 24 kids...
Read MoreThe community pantry project began in March and is still running – it provides a barrier-free opportunity for anyone living in Alert Bay to access pantry items. We did this...
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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