Neighbourhood Small Grants

RNSG applications for 2021 are now open!

What is a Responsive Neighbourhood Small Grant?

• Vancouver Foundation‘s unique program to help build community and foster creativity during COVID-19
• They are small grants of up to $500 available to individuals to develop projects that ease social isolation

What community needs do we want the projects to achieve?

• ease social isolation of vulnerable people
• build community resilience, foster inclusion and wellbeing
• use, share, and exchange local assets and skills
• must adhere to physical distancing guidelines
• must only be carried out by people who live together
• must take place out of or close to your own home
• must be free to attend and participate

Examples of Projects

• distributing care packages to seniors
• storytelling workshops online
• arts and culture skill sharing online
• yoga and meditation sessions online
• cooking demonstrations online
• projects about health and wellness

Video: Sharing Skills and Knowledge

Watch the video to see how the previous Neighbourhood Small Grants program funded projects that shared skills and knowledge – then imagine your own version, carried out online to adhere to physical distancing guidelines.

Why should you apply for a Responsive Neighbourhood Small Grant?

• To support adherence to physical distancing guidelines
• To build your community’s resilience during COVID-19
• To foster community connection and wellbeing
• To share your passions with likeminded folks
• To make new friends at the same time!