JCIP Application 2022

ABOUT
Through partnerships with neighborhoods and community groups, the Fostering Unique Neighborhoods Grant Program exists to empower community groups, such as homeowners associations (HOAs), property owners associations (POAs), and recognized community groups (RCGs), to revitalize and create unique places that reflect the distinct character of each neighborhood or area of commerce. These partnerships will promote economic development and workforce retention & attraction through the transformative power of placemaking, mobility, and beautification that will enhance the quality of life for the community.

Program Goals

Beautify Sugar Land's Neighborhoods and Areas of Commerce (such as the Sugar Land Business Park for the business community or Sugar Land's office park areas) with lasting public art installations and aesthetic improvements, such as murals, mosaics, modern signage, public art, wayfinding improvements and more
Promote Economic Development by creating places and quality of life improvements that will help retain and attract Sugar Land's workforce and attract new business
Develop Public Spaces with community amenities for all to enjoy, such as parklets and pocket parks
Create Inviting Outdoor Spaces by creating new mini-parks or green spaces
Preserve and Celebrate the Distinct Character of Sugar Land's Single-family Neighborhoods
Innovate with transformative public projects that the City has not seen before

FUNDING
Fiscal Year 2026 budgeted funds are $300,000.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Applications open October 1, 2025, and close November 30, 2025.

FY 2025 Grant Application Instructions

Before applying to the FUN Grant Program, please review the program policy on the program webpage. This policy describes the qualifications and requirements to apply to the program.

Also, please review the program webpage for full details on the program, as well as the FAQ section that answers frequently asked questions.

Additional Program Guidelines

A survey showing the location of the fence and any encroachments is required for perimeter fence projects. Organizations must demonstrate substantial progress in obtaining consents to encroach from property owners and/or utility companies.
Projects located on property not fully owned by the organizations must demonstrate substantial progress in obtaining project approval from the other property owner before proceeding.

Organizations will be notified of the grant decisions following the December 2025 SL4B Meeting or January 2026 SL4B Meeting. Projects that are started prior to receiving a notice to proceed from the City, as well as an executed agreement will not be reimbursed.

Organization/Group*

Name (Primary Point of Contact)*

Phone Number *

Please enter a valid phone number.

Email*

example@example.com

Organization Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Organization Type:*

Homeowners AssociationProperty Owners AssociationRecognized Community Group (Registered)*

*If you are applying as a Recognized Community Group or a Homeowners Association, please register with the Office of Communications and Community Engagement by using the Neighborhood Registration Form.

Project Title *

Project Location*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Is the project located within city limits?*

YesNo

Is the project located on public property or easement?*

YesNo

Project description/Scope/Justification (If project is on private property, please describe how the project is a public benefit)*

Project Cost *

	Amount	% of Total Cost
Amount Requesting from SL4B
Organization Contribution
Other Sources of Funding (If applicable)
Estimated Total Project Cost (=100%)

List additional funding sources (If applicable):

Please upload the following supporting documentation:

Clear color photos and/or renderings of the proposed project (Required)
Clear color photos and/or renderings of the current project location (Required)
Work Estimates/Quotes showing the cost of the project (Required)
Financial Documents that show financial ability to fund your share of the project costs (Required)
Survey showing exact location where perimeter fence will be located (Required for perimeter fence projects)
Site Plans
Scope of Work
Map of project location

Any additional documentation not listed that the applicant can provide to strengthen the application is recommended.

Supporting Documents *

Land Survey (Required for Fence Projects)

Organization President or Designee*

First NameLast Name

Title*

Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.

E-Mail Address*

example@example.com

Signature

APPLICANT INFORMATION

PROJECT INFORMATION

Signature