LIFT

SEED GRANTS

Building and changing our communities from the ground UP

Calling all neighborhood leaders!

Do you have an idea for a community building activity or know of a much needed neighborhood
improvement?
The District 5 Council Office is offering a total of five seed grants, ranging from $250 - $500 to
neighborhood and community organizations located in District 5.
Grants will be awarded to neighborhood associations or communities for community building events,
capacity building or organizational development, neighborhood beautification or other activities that
furthers the vibrancy or goals of the neighborhood and/or its association. Recipients are encouraged to
use grant funds to leverage other funding sources and contributions.
Examples of potential projects include: community events, organizational support, community gardens,
public art and more. Projects can be situated on private properties as long as the site is visible and
accessible to all neighborhood residents, or on memorial squares, portions of city parks, or other public
lands,
pending
city
approval.
The goals of the grant program are to build healthier and more vibrant communities and neighborhood
organizations across Sacramento, while encouraging residents to engage in efforts to improve their
communities.
How to Apply: In 500 words or less, describe how the funds will be allocated and how this would improve
your community or support the goals and improve the sustainability of your neighborhood organization.
Please also include a budget breakdown with your application.
Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee comprised of residents. Applications must be
received no later than April 11th, and successful applicants will be notified by May 9th. If you have any
questions or to volunteer for the selection committee, please contact the office at (916) 808-7005 or send
an e-mail to jhuang@cityofsacramento.org.
Submit your application by:
E-mail:
Mail:

Jhuang@cityofsacramento.org
Councilmember Jay Schenirer
915 I Street, 5th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814

ELIGIBILITY:

There is no age limit for applicants. We welcome ideas from neighborhood leaders of all ages!
Applicants are required to either live in the neighborhood where the project is set to take place,
and/or be a D5 constituent.
Projects must be implemented within a year of receiving the grant.
While you are under no obligation to do so, we would love it if you were to share with the office the
progress of your project. Pictures, videos, etc. would all be appreciated.

We would also love to feature interested grant recipients on the offices official Facebook and Twitter
at a future date help spread the word for your project throughout the community.