Did you miss the recent Neighborhood Empowerment Grant Lunch & Learn?

The video below provides an overview of the application process.

The Neighborhood Empowerment Grant application is open to not-for-profit Neighborhood Associations registered (or will partner with an Association registered) with the City of Kansas City and the State of Missouri.

The Neighborhood Empowerment Grant awards projects that prioritize the following areas:

• Community Engagement: Promoting active participation and involvement of residents in neighborhood initiatives and activities.
• Enhancing Neighborhood Identity: Supporting projects celebrating each neighborhood's unique identity and culture.
• Public Safety Strategies: Funding projects and programs to enhance community safety.
• Quality of Life Enhancements: Facilitating necessary repairs and upgrades to improve residents' safety and well-being.
• Crime Reduction: Supporting community-led projects aimed at reducing violence and other crimes.
• Neighborhood Investment: Encouraging neighborhood investment and development both internally and externally.
• Code Violation Remediation: Implementing measures to reduce code violations and enhance the overall living conditions of residents.

During the Neighborhood Empowerment Grant's first round of funding, $260K went to 26 neighborhood organizations, with awards ranging from $2,000 to $10,000.

Review Round 1 Winners

Review Round 2 Winners