P.S. You Are Here

The Denver Arts & Venues (DAV) launched P.S. You Are Here (PSYAH), a creative placemaking program supporting short-term, collaborative and community-led projects that engage the public to transform Denver’s outdoor public spaces. Donor Name: Denver Arts & Venues (DAV) State: Colorado County: Denver County (CO) City: Denver Type of Grant: Program Deadline: 10/07/2024 Size of the Grant: $70,000 Details: A PSYAH project must be led by an individual, entity or organization that is connected to the neighborhood where the project will be implemented. PSYAH projects should be physical in nature and be on display in a public space. These can include but are not limited to design interventions, community projects, artistic interpretations, and public art, streetscaping, landscaping, and functioning public amenities such as decorative benches, tables, and bicycle racks. Program Goals Engage the public across the 11 council districts to enliven and energize a Vibrant Denver throughout the neighborhoods and downtown. Demonstrate cultural diversity, social equity, inclusion, and accessibility through the engagement of arts, culture, and creativity in Denver neighborhoods. Enrich the lives of Denver residents and visitors by integrating arts, culture and creativity into daily life. Foster community collaboration and encourage partnerships among artists, performers, businesses and organizations. Create public spaces that promote health, happiness and well-being. Create a sense of place, purpose and belonging. Promote the vibrant and diverse communities as destinations to live, work and play. Nurture and honor community identity and heritage. Inspire creative and innovative thinking. Showcase locally cultivated talent. Funding Information In 2024, DAV will invest $70,000 into the PSYAH program to support these neighborhood-based projects. Eligible Expenses  P.S. You Are Here funding may be used to cover expenses directly related to the project, such as: Planning & Personnel Project management, administrative support, hired contractors, volunteer coordinator, community organizer, etc. Professional Services Permits (parks, construction, etc.) Professional consultants (designer, engineer, artist, etc.) Insurance Material, Supplies & Maintenance Art supplies (paint, printing, etc.) Building materials Equipment rental (audio/visual, tents, tables, etc.) Landscaping (soil, shrubs, plants, mulch, rocks, logs, etc.) Installation / De-installation Maintenance needs. Eligibility Criteria  To be eligible, primary applicants must be connected to a City and County of Denver neighborhood and identify as: A neighborhood-based group A Registered Neighborhood Organization (RNO) A Business Improvement District (BID), Maintenance District, Business Association or Chamber of Commerce, etc. A special district or creative district A place-based organization or business (non-profit and for profit) An individual that resides or works in the neighborhood An individual working with one or more of the above. For more information, visit Denver Arts & Venues. Related Posts:Ohio: Neighborhood Opportunity GrantsApply now for McCune Charitable Foundation Grants…Request for Proposals for HealthLit4Wake Mini-Grant…Crookston Area Community Fund Grant - MinnesotaCommunity Foundation of Jackson County Grants in IowaGrants to Improve Health and Wellness of Kosciusko…2024-2025 Impact 100 Indian River Grant (Florida)Grants to Improve Health and Wellness of Kosciusko…2024 Onward! A Legacy Foundation Grant – ColoradoField of Interest Grant Program – MichiganCity of Hyattsville Thrive Grant Program 2025 – MarylandApply now for Human Services Grant Program 2024…Grants to Improve Lives of Young ChildrenCDBG Coronavirus Healthy Houses Program – IllinoisTown of Mountain Village Community Grant Program (Colorado)Submit Applications for Community Fund Grant Program…2025–2026 Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health…Funding available for Non-profit Organizations in IowaApplications open for Men & Boys' Fund – ConnecticutGrants to Non-profit Organizations in Baltimore (Maryland)2025 Fair Chance Grant – Arizona