APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO FEBRUARY 7, 2025
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Applications are open from January 1-February 7, 2025.

Each year, the Marquette Neighborhood Association (MNA) proudly awards small grants to non-profit organizations, community groups, and special projects. These grants are intended to fund innovative and inspiring efforts that enhance the quality of life in our neighborhood. (View a map of the Marquette Neighborhood boundaries.)

Application Submission Deadline:
All applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 pm on Friday, February 7, 2025.
Please read the following guidelines carefully before considering an application and, as grant applications are not accepted via email, please use the following form for submission: 2025 Marquette Neighborhood Association Grant Application 
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Awardees will be notified no later than February 20, 2025.
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Suggested Project Areas of Focus

• Accessible and inclusive events that build community
• Events, programs, and installations that serve our most vulnerable neighbors
• Educational opportunities for children, adults, and/or families
• Art projects and programs catering to children, adults, and/or families
• Public art installations and events
• Events, programs, and installations that promote a healthy environment and sustainable living
• Initiatives that celebrate and explore the history of the Marquette neighborhood

Priority will be Given to Projects that Emphasize the Following

• Fostering collaboration among individuals, neighborhood organizations, and/or local businesses
• Promoting community resident participation and engagement
• Advocating for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Funding nonprofits headquartered within the Marquette neighborhood boundaries
• Demonstrating complete and realistic planning and budgeting

General Guidelines

• All programs must serve the Marquette neighborhood.
• Proposals for innovative and creative ideas are encouraged.
• Funds are NOT available for endowments, general operating expenses, religious or political purposes, or lobbying efforts.
• Historically, the average grant award has been between $500-$3000

Conditions on use of grant funds:
‍Grant funding must be used within one year from the date it is awarded. Requests for extensions due to unforeseen circumstances may be considered at the discretion of the MNA Board. Grant funds are designated solely for the activities or materials described in the grant proposal and may not be redirected to other projects. Grantees are required to recognize MNA funding support by including the MNA logo in marketing and recognition materials developed to promote the project.

End of Project Report:
For funded projects, MNA requires a brief project report (500 words or less) within two months of completion of the project outlining how the objectives were achieved and how the funds were spent.

Application Procedure
As part of your online application, you must include the following in one .pdf document: 
1  A brief description (500 words or less) covering:

• Project’s purpose and goals
• Clear identification of the audience to be served by the project
• Anticipated timeline for project completion
  

2. A single-page budget that includes;

• Costs
• Other sources of funding (if applicable) 

Examples of 2024 Award-Winning Grant Applications:
Ozbot Coding at Marquette Elementary (2024)
Common Wealth's Youth Business Mentoring Program (2024)

Questions? Email info@marquette-neighborhood.org or use our online contact form.