The Block Party Fund
Tell us about the block party of your dreams, and we'll help make it a reality!
Selected applicants will receive an initial $1000 grant, and can be reimbursed for additional expenses. We'll guide you through permitting and help you get the resources you need. You can fill out the application below to get started. Once you’ve been selected, we’ll walk you through the details and make sure your party is set up for success.
We're eager to support people creating more vibrant and connected communities, so share with us how your block party will engage and excite your neighbors. Use your imagination to tell us about how your block can bring the party to the pavement!
Good applications come in all shapes and sizes, but the thread between them is a desire to find fun ways to connect with your neighbors.
Building a better community can be as simple as a stack of pancakes. It can be as big as a bounce house. It can be as delightful as a dog parade. As tasty as a taco truck. Whatever sort of block party you’re dreaming of, Party on the Pavement is here to transform that dream into something your neighbors will be talking about for years to come.
FAQs
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Fill out the form linked above!
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A vivid imagination, a willingness to knock on your neighbors doors (required!), and a passion strong enough to haul out a few folding tables.
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Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, though the sooner the better! A deadline will be announced later this summer to ensure that block parties happen before the rain returns.
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We’ve included a template in the application to make it easy.
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You should assume planning will take at least a month.
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If your application is chosen, we’ll follow up with you to ensure that you’ve got all the resources you need.
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Yes, though you’ll need a point person to submit the application and coordinate.
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Selected applicants will receive a $1,000 stipend to get the party started, though we’ll happily reimburse you for additional expenses.
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Selected applicants will receive their grant after their budget has been approved. This will happen as part of the award notification process.
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Almost anything that brings joy to your block.
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The city has guidelines that we’ll be happy to walk you through.
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We’re like your grandma, we want to see lots of pictures of you having fun.
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