Community Grants

Download the application.

How the Program Works:

Neighborhood groups can apply for grants two ways:

$1000 is allocated to each Neighborhood Planning Unit (NPU). Neighborhood groups submit proposals to their NPU, and the NPU selects one or more proposals for funding (in the case of multiple proposals, the total must not exceed $1000). The NPU submits to Park Pride the project/s which they have selected for funding.

Upon confirmation of the matching funds (applicant must match grant on a dollar for dollar basis), and a project status report, 90% of the funds will be issued to the recipient. The final 10% will be issued upon receipt of the final project report.

IIn addition to the NPU sponsored projects, funds have been allocated for additional grants of up to $1000. Proposals are accepted citywide and will be reviewed based on the merit of the project and the ability of the applicant to achieve the proposed outcome. Endorsement of the affected neighborhood organization is required.

After the applicant is notified of a grant award, they submit a request for distribution of funds. All requests for funds must be accompanied by confirmation of the matching funds, and a project status report, 90% of the funds are issued to the recipient. The final 10% are issued upon receipt of the final project report.

Examples of Projects

* Development of a Tree Survey              * Installation of a new playground
* Reclaiming a vacant lot as a park         * Creation of a community garden
* Kudzu eradication                               * Erosion control
* Beautification                                      * Park Clean-up
* Repairs to park facilities                       * Community workday
* Creation of a nature trail                       * Addition of amenities
* Public education

Grant Guidelines:

• Grants range from $100-$1000
• Projects must be within a park or public greenspace.
• Applicant must be a group of five or more people.
• Applicant must match funds on a 1:1 basis
• Match may include in-kind materials and volunteer labor (valued at the IRS rate of $ hr.)
• Completed application form with all attachments must be submitted to:

Community Micro Grants Program
Park Pride
675 Ponce de Leon Avenue, 8th Floor
Atlanta, GA 30308

Deadlines for submission:

April 18, 2008

Recipients will be announced on May 1st

Questions about the programs should be addressed to Allison Barnett:

     Telephone: (404) 817-6760
     Fax: (404) 817-7988
     E-mail: allison@parkpride.org

Community groups and non-profit organizations may submit grant applications through December 31, 2007. For more information, contact Walt Ray at (404) 432-9320.

Download an application here.