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Apply for Sustainable Neighborhood Grants program

Applicants can request up to a maximum of $1,000 for a Sustainable Neighborhoods Grant. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until all funding is depleted. Funds can be used for an ongoing long-term project or one-time investment. A few examples of projects that may qualify for a Sustainable Neighborhoods Grant are listed below:

  • Build a community garden to share locally-grown food
  • Install a rain garden to reduce storm water runoff
  • Plant a native pollinator garden or native trees
  • Install a neighborhood organic waste collection box for composting
  • Update the energy efficiency of neighborhood assets
  • Install solar for communal neighborhood buildings
  • Purchase electric-powered lawn equipment for neighborhood upkeep
  • Buy a group TerraCycling box
  • Host an educational campaign with local experts on a sustainable topic, such as a home weatherization DIY, vehicle maintenance, or native landscaping
  • Other; applicants can propose any sustainability-related project idea
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How to apply

  1. Determine Eligibility

    The following groups are eligible to apply for the grant:

    • Group consisting of 4 neighborhood households with a designated liaison
    • Registered neighborhood association
    • Multifamily unit association
    • Civic or community service association
    • Education, ethnic, cultural or religious organization
    • Designated non-profit
    • Note: for-profit entities, individuals, government agencies/departments, non-place-based organizations, and schools are not eligible to apply
       

    Projects must occur within Bloomington city limits. Check the address of the desired project location at bloomington.in.gov/mybloomington.
     

    Cannot fund already completed projects and No match required.

  2. Required Documents

    Upload the completed grant application questionnaire.
     

    Upload a letter of commitment from each team member listed on the application. This letter should describe how the team member plans to support the project.
     

    Upload a letter of authorization from the property owner(s), if applicable. If team members are the property owners, the letters of commitment are sufficient and a separate authorization letter is not required. The letter should describe to the City that the owner allows certain people and actions to take place on their property, according to the project plan. The owner should explain their commitment to maintaining the project or their expectations for how the project will be maintained by others.

  3. Optional Documents

    Upload optional supporting documentation, as necessary. This might include:

    • letters of support or donation pledges
    • community references
    • neighborhood volunteer signatures
    • contractor quotes
    • permit application information

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