City of Liberty Neighborhood Enhancement Grants 2024

The City of Liberty is seeking applications for its 2024 Neighborhood Enhancement Grants. Donor Name: City of Liberty State: Missouri City: Liberty Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 11/29/2024 Size of the Grant: Grant awards could range from $500 to $10,000 Grant Duration: More than 10 Years Details: In response to the City’s growing needs, the Liberty City Council established the Neighborhood Enhancement Grant Program to help residents reinvest in their own neighborhoods and in the community. While some neighborhoods may need more assistance than others, ongoing improvements are needed in every neighborhood to maintain the attractive qualities that appeal to residents and prospective home buyers. Funding Information Grant awards could range from $500 to $10,000, depending on the scope of the project, the number of grant proposals received, and the funding available. Eligibility Criteria  To be eligible for a grant: The neighborhood must be organized as a neighborhood or homeowners’ association and be registered with the city. The association is not required to be incorporated or have tax exempt status, but must have an elected board, adopted by-laws and membership. The project must be permanent neighborhood improvements that benefit the entire neighborhood and must be located in the city’s right-of-way. Examples of eligible projects include: landscaping, planting street trees, or installing signage for a neighborhood watch or subdivision. Project proposals must be approved by a vote of the neighborhood or homeowners’ association board, or a majority vote of the residents present at the meeting for such purpose. Neighborhoods must provide a 25 percent match to the cost of the project, which could be met through the value of donated services, materials, and labor in addition to cash. For more information, visit City of Liberty.