Central Okanagan

Tyra Spence, Ribbon Skirt NSG CO

Overview

We’re excited to announce the Neighbourhood Small Grants spring cycle will open on March 21 to April 31, 2024.

Applications will undergo review by the NSG Grants Committee and Community Coordinator following the application deadline. Once approved, NSG projects are expected to start after June 1st and must be completed by November 30, 2024.

For any inquiries or assistance, please feel free to reach out to the NSG Coordinator, Tyra Spence at KANDU.

We look forward to seeing the creative and impactful projects that our community will bring to life in the coming months!

Email the NSG Coordinator at neighbourhoodsmallgrantsco@gmail.com

Your Community Coordinator

Tyra Spence

Tyra Spence supports grant applications and projects living in communities throughout the Central Okanagan.

Contact Tyra if you have questions or feedback on Neighbourhood Small Grants.

Available grants

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

  • NSG

    Grants of up to $500 for projects that deepen connection and create change in your community.

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Your neighbourhood partner

Local partner organizations manage all aspects of the Neighbourhood Small Grants program. Partner organizations are where your community coordinators work. They also oversee the Neighbourhood Grants Committee, which is unique to each community that reviews your grant applications.

KANDU

Formed in September of 2019, KANDU (Knowledging All Nations and Developing Unity – formerly known as the Kelowna Area Network of Drug Users) is a peer led, supportive, drug user group. We aim to work with community members, local businesses, government, RCMP, first responders and bylaws to promote the equal treatment of people who use drugs. Our goal is to create a safer and more healthy community for all.

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