City of Bloomington Department of Economic and Sustainable Development

Grant for Neighborhood Sustainability Projects

$1,000

Amount

Cash

Nov 15, 2026

Deadline

2 months left

Indiana

Geography

Local

Grant

Type

Government

Environment & Sustainability
Community Development & Housing
Climate Change

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About this grant

Supports small-scale neighborhood projects that advance climate action goals, such as community gardens, rain gardens, native plantings, composting, solar installation, and energy efficiency improvements. Projects must be led by a team of at least four households or a designated community organization. The program aims to spark residential-level participation in sustainability and climate action objectives.

What you get

Up to $1,000 grant award
Electronic fund disbursement upon signing grant agreement
Access to Bloomington Commission on Sustainability members for application assistance

How to apply

Online application via CiviForm grant portal
Project questionnaire (downloadable form) covering project description, budget, timeline, and maintenance plan
Letters of commitment from each team member
Map, drawing, or visual representation of the project
W-9 and EFT form for fund disbursement
Additional documentation as needed (contractor quotes, permits, property owner authorization letter)

Eligibility

Minimum of 4 separate households within a neighborhood or nearby the project who will oversee and implement the project
Project must occur within Bloomington city limits
Project team members must reside nearby the project location or within the neighborhood area
For-profit entities, single households, government agencies/departments, non-place-based organizations, and project teams with members who do not live within the neighborhood or nearby are not eligible
Projects must be new or new updates to existing projects; completed projects will not be considered
Projects must be completed within one year of receiving the grant
Funds cannot be used for operating or administrative expenses
Project goals must be focused on sustainability as defined by the program

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