Penticton’s Neighbourhood Small Grants program is back for another year to help residents organize community events of their own.
The program is a partnership between the Community Foundation of the South Okanagan Similkameen and the City of Penticton and provides grants up to $500.
“In 2022, 25 neighbourhoods held events and celebrated where they live. Some worked together on a beautification project, some hosted small workshops or concerts, and many organized their first block party,” says Kim English, regional manager at Community Foundation South Okanagan Similkameen.
“We’re excited to see what the residents dream up this year to make their neighbourhoods an even better place to live.”
The aim of the grants is to “inspire neighborhood pride and make communities more vibrant and welcoming.” Projects can include movie nights, cook-off, block parties or a community craft night.
In a news release, the city encourages applicants to focus on COVID-19 recovery projects that enhance social togetherness, intergenerational and intercultural connections.
“One of council’s priorities is a vibrant and connected Penticton and the Neighbour Small Grants programs helps build our sense of community,” says Mayor Julius Bloomfield.
“We strongly support this program and the connections it can build.”
Applications are open from April 3 to May 12.
If you are interested in applying, head here.
