Atlanta REALTORS Community Excellence Scholarship Application

2026 Community Improvement Grant Application

Please Review These Details Prior to Completing the Application!
In 2025, the Atlanta REALTORS® Impact Foundation approved a new placemaking grant opportunity that will provide funds and support for community-driven projects that activate, improve, and transform public spaces to enhance community vibrancy, safety, identity, and social connection.

This $500 grant opportunity will be awarded to four organizations in 2026, based on the following criteria:
- Only Atlanta REALTORS® Association (ARA) members may apply
- Detailed project plans must be provided
- Proof that funds were applied as stated within 12 months of receipt of grant funds (such as receipts, photos, etc.). Recipient will receive $250 upon approval, and then the remaining $250 upon project completion. Checks will be made payable only to the organization named as beneficiary in the application - not to individuals.
- By applying, the applicant gives ARA permission to use the applicant's photo, image or likeness if awarded the grant.
- ARA must be notified if any changes to the project scope occur post-award.
- ARA must receive recognition for contribution toward project (e.g. an "honorable mention" or "noted" in any coverage or announcement about the project), including:
  - The year of project completion
  - "Atlanta REALTORS® Association" and ARA logo
Applications Open: March 14, 2026

DEADLINE TO APPLY: 11:59 PM on August 31, 2026

Types of projects that may receive grant approval:
1. Recreational areas or places for a single purpose (e.g. basketball courts, baseball & soccer fields, tennis courts)
2. Locations available to the whole community (e.g. public housing project, schools, recreation centers, building interior)
3. Improvements to buildings or other structures for community use
4. Restoration, repair, improvement, or replacement of amenities not covered by HOA (e.g. benches, tables, gazebos, trees/plants, playground equipment), but not including monuments or statues
5. Landscaping/beautification/streetscape projects
6. Multiple amenities (e.g. benches, bike racks) installed along a multi-site area (such as a street or trail)
Private residences and HOA communities will not be considered.
Applicant Profile
Atlanta REALTORS® Association Member - Full Legal Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast NameSuffix
Nickname (If applicable)
Note: The ARA Member who submits application will be responsible for making sure the project is completed as stated.
License #*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Cell Phone*
Other Phone
Email Address*
Description of Project

Please state how the Atlanta Community Improvement Grant would be utilized, in 300 words or less. Any essays with more than 300 words will not be considered.
Title of Project*
Name of Beneficiary Entity*
Organization Name
Name of Beneficiary's Point of Contact*

First NameMiddle NameLast NameSuffix
Cell Phone*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Detailed description of community project (include: geographic location, how project will be executed, timeline of completion, number of people that will be impacted by project, and how it will improve the community):

0/300
How would the project be deemed successful after completion?
What is the amount of your request, and what other resources will be necessary to complete the project?
Supporting Documents
Please attach your budget and upload any documents, photos, and/or receipts that are already available in support of this project.

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I certify that everything included in this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.*

Yes
I acknowledge that any grant funds received shall only be used for the purpose it is requested.*

Yes
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2026 Community Improvement Grant Application

Types of projects that may receive grant approval:

Applicant Profile

Description of Project

Supporting Documents