Roots Shoots Mini-Grant Application Form 2019

Bridging Communities' Community Improvement Mini-Grant Application 2022

Intended for individuals, block clubs, community-based groups, and non-profit organizations working to support their neighborhoods through clean-ups and beautification efforts

Eligibility: Applicants must be a resident, block club, community groups, or nonprofit located in State District 5 or within the following zip codes: 48204, 48206, 48208, 48209, 48210, 48216, 48217, or 48238. We are encouraging applications from participants that have been consistent in doing clean up in their community.

Submission: Online submissions are accepted anytime. This mini-grant opportunity will only be available while funding is still available. Once funding has run out, the program will be closed.

Project Award Amounts:

Individuals: $500 - $1,000
Block Clubs: up to $2,500
Non-profits and existing community-based groups: up to $3,500

Review Process: Applications are generally reviewed within 30 days. Grants will be approved or rejected with no possibility of negotioation. Applicants will be notified within two weeks of decision, and funds dispersed within 45 days of application submission.

Reporting: Before and after pictures are a requirement of this grant, as well as a final report. Final reports are due within 30 days of project completion, and no later than December 31, 2022

About You

Name of person filling out application *

First Name Last Name

Phone Number *

Area Code Phone Number

E-mail *

Address *

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

Postal / Zip Code

Please select one of the following that describes the applicant:

Individual Non-Profit organization Block Club Established Community-based Group

About The Grant Applicant

Individual, Group, or Organization name you are applying for

Group or Organization website or social media

Group or Organization Phone Number (if different from above)

Area Code Phone Number

Group or Organization Fax Number (if applicable)

Area Code Phone Number

Group or Organization Address (if different from above)

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

Postal / Zip Code

Will your project be in State District 5? *

Yes No

If your project is not in District 5, what zip code will it take place in?

48204 48206 48208 48209 48210 48216 48217 48238

In approximately 200 words please describe your group, organization, or individual efforts: *

In approximately 200 words please describe any current projects or activities: *

Describe in detail the project you are requesting funding for: *

Approximately how many people will participate in your project? *

Approximately how many people will your project have a direct impact on? *

Will you/your group be able to support a senior through lawn/snow assistance? *

Yes No Need more information

Are you or your group currently affiliated with Bridging Communities as a client or community partner? *

Yes No Not sure

Please upload a detailed budget for your project (volunteer stipends, food or refreshments, tools and equipment, supplies and materials, etc..., stipends may NOT exceed 30% of the total requested). Please specify the total amount being requested by this grant, and if there are any contributions from another source: (documents or images accepted)

Upload a File(s)

If you do not have a budget sheet to upload, please list your budget below with the same details described above: (include

Photo Release

By checking this box I certify that I have obtained the proper consent to share it and I grant Bridging Communities permission to use any image(s) in any and all media, now known or later developed associated with my project.

Memorandum of Understanding This Memorandum of Understanding is hereby entered into for the purpose of developing partnerships with committed programs and individuals receiving Bridging Communities' Community Improvement Mini-Grant. Applicants who are eligible will receive a mini-grant if available. The goal of Bridging Communities' Community Improvement Mini-Grant is to help existing residents and community based groups with clean up and beautification efforts within their own communities by empowering people to get involved and make positive change happen for their neighborhoods.

By accepting funds from Bridging Communities, the recipient agrees to the following: 1.) to become a community partner 2.) to spend the grant funds only on items benefiting their approved project as described 3.) to submit their final campaign report and project before and after pictures by December 31, 2022 4.) to participate in the program surveys for the continued growth of the program.

Click below to accept the terms and conditions *

I accept

Below is the address I would like my mini-grant sent to:

Check should be made out to: *

Click below to acknowledge understanding that a w9 will be required by individual/group accepting funds *

I accept

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Street Address

Street Address Line 2

City State / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Mini-grants are available only to those who meet the criteria listed above.