Neighborhood Grants

Neighborhood Project Funds

Each year, the Missoula City Council allocates $20,000 for Neighborhood Project Funds (NPF) for large grants and small grants. Approximately $18,000 is targeted for large grants, and $2,000 is allocated for small grants.

Small Grant Program

The application includes new criteria. Please read the grant application carefully to ensure your application meets the requirements.  

• Application deadline is the last Thursday of the month in order to be considered at Community Forum the following month.
• Small Grants are awarded up to $500, on an ongoing basis until funds are expended.
• Project must be located within city limits and have lasting benefit for city residents.
• Project must be sponsored by a Neighborhood Council Leadership Team or the Community Forum Leadership Team and documented in detail in the minutes of the meeting.
• Awardees must give recognition to Neighborhood Councils and/or the Community Forum.
• Small Grant Application (DOC)
• Small Grant Application (PDF)
• Small Grant Budget Worksheet (XLS)
• Small Grant Budget Worksheet (PDF)
• Neighborhood Project Fund Reimbursement Form (PDF)

Large Grant Program

The application includes new criteria. Please read the grant application carefully to ensure your application meets the requirements.

• Application deadline is October 29, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.
• Grant recipients are awarded up to $3,000 each.
• Large grant projects should enhance the quality of life in our community.
• Project must be located within city limits and have lasting benefit for city residents.
• Large Grant Application (DOC)
• Large Grant Application and Budget Worksheet (PDF)
• Large Grant Budget Worksheet (XLS)
• Neighborhood Project Fund Reimbursement Form (PDF)

PRE-APPLICATION WORKSHOP

A pre-application workshop will be held on September 16, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. Applicants are strongly advised to attend as the grants are awarded on a competitive basis.

• Get ideas for projects
• Read through successful applications
• Identify the committee review process and use of funds
• Ask questions about applying for a grant
• Gain technical assistance for grant writing