Get to Know Your Neighbor Grant Policy 

Updated2/23/26

Purpose

The Get to Know Your Neighbor Grant gives neighbors of the City of Englewood the opportunity to come together for a neighborhood event. The grant can be used for food, supplies or activities for a neighborhood get-together or event that builds community with your neighbors.

Past grant activities include block parties, ice cream socials, sponsoring a food truck at a neighborhood social, getting a face painter or clown for neighborhood event and more. 

Grant Details 

• Grant amounts are $100, $300 and $500
• Grants are approved on a first come first serve basis
• Applicants should apply for the grant at least 3 weeks prior to their neighborhood event 

Requirements and Restrictions 

• Applicant must be a resident of Englewood
• Blocks are eligible to receive the grant twice annually at the discretion of the City
• Only one grant shall be awarded per neighborhood event
• Eligible expenses for this grant may include food and supplies needed for a neighborhood gathering. Alcohol, marijuana, tobacco products, and any illegal substances are not qualified expenses
• Grant money can be used to support local retailers, restaurants, food trucks, etc. that will be supplying food, prizes, or other activities at the neighborhood event
• Grant money cannot be used at City sponsored events
• Food trucks attending neighborhood events must be licensed through the City of Englewood
• If resident plans to close their street they must apply for the Block Party Permit
• If activity involves using a City park, resident must obtain a park permit
• Grant funds cannot be used to fund any personal/private events or events organized by a business, educational organization, religious organization, special interest groups, political organizations, or used for any campaigns of individuals running for public office
• Grant recipients are not permitted to organize raffles during an event. Additionally, the sale or purchase of raffle tickets at the event is prohibited
• Grant funds cannot be used for the purchase, acquisition, or improvement of personal property or durable goods, or any item that can reasonably be converted into personal property
• Upon completion of event, resident must submit itemized receipts, a reimbursement request form (provided to approved applicants), and four photos of the Neighborhood Resources Coordinator
• The City reserves the right to stop, deny, or cancel any award if the activity is deemed not to be in the best interest of the City.
• Resident agrees to comply with all City Ordinances and Regulations
• Approval of your Get to Know Your Neighbor Grant does not express endorsement of your activities by the City of Englewood, Applicant shall be responsible for complying with City of Englewood Code and for maintaining a safe environment at their event. City shall not be held liable for any incidents occurring at Applicant’s event and does not waive its governmental immunity under the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act by providing reimbursement via this grant.
• By requesting reimbursement from the City, Applicant affirms that they have read the terms of Policy in their entirety and agree to each and every term as written.