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Find similar grantsPlacemaking Grant is sponsored by National Association of Realtors (REALTOR Party). This program funds state and local REALTOR® association-led projects that create new, outdoor public gathering spaces and destinations in a community on unused or underused sites. It also supports improvements to existing public spaces.
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📊 Current Status: The Placemaking Grant Program reopened on Thursday, June 4th, 2026. A limited funding opportunity is available for state and local REALTOR® associations. Applications will be accepted through October 15, 2026, or until all remaining funds have been committed, whichever occurs first.
Please note that all grant-funded activities must be completed in 2026, and reimbursement requests must be submitted no later than Friday, December 18, 2026. 💳 Reimbursement Deadline: All reimbursement requests must be submitted by December 18, 2026 .
To explore how a Placemaking Grant can support your association’s project, contact Alex Haddad , Manager, Community Development, 202 383 1129 or schedule a CDA Planning Session for tailored guidance Placemaking Toolkit: A Guide for REALTOR® Association Creation of Enduring Community Assets Placemaking Grants fund state and local REALTOR® association-led projects that create new, outdoor public gathering spaces and destinations in a community on unused or underused sites.
The goal of the program is to enable REALTORS® to strengthen ties with their community, to develop relationships with public officials, and to spur economic growth and development through the creation of new public gathering places. Support for improvements to existing places (fo r example: benches, playground equipment, and signs within existing public spaces ) are permitted . Please direct questions to PlacemakingGrants@nar.
realtor or contact Alex Haddad, Manager, Community Development, ahaddad@nar. realtor , 202-383-1129. Please note that only state and local REALTOR® associations are eligible for Placemaking Grants.
Frequently Asked Questions Ideas for Using a Placemaking Grant Level 1 Placemaking grants fund outdoor demonstration and temporary projects to test a project’s viability or inspire permanent projects that increase community livability and downtown revitalization. Associations may receive one Level 1 grant per calendar year. Grant recipients must complete an evaluation form for the supported activity.
Please note: we are unable to offer extensions for delayed Placemaking Grants. If a delay will cause your association to miss the year deadline, please withdraw the grant until you know it is ready to move forward. You are then welcome to resubmit and receive your previous grant award.
There is no penalty for withdrawing a grant and resubmitting.
→ LEVEL 1 PLACEMAKING GRANT APPLICATION Level 2 Placemaking grant funds the creation of new outdoor public spaces and destinations in a community accessible to everyone and open at all, or most, times such as trails and trailheads, playgrounds, pocket parks, parklets, pedestrian plazas, community gardens, public gardens, dog parks, downtown gathering spots and alley activations.
Placemaking Grants now allow funding of improvements to existing placemaking spaces, such as adding street benches, lamps and/or wayfinding signs . Associations may receive one Level 2 grant per calendar year. Grant recipients must complete an evaluation form for the supported activity.
Please note: we are unable to offer extensions for delayed Placemaking Grants. If a delay will cause your association to miss the year deadline, please withdraw the grant until you know it is ready to move forward. You are then welcome to resubmit and receive your previous grant award.
There is no penalty for withdrawing a grant and resubmitting. Grant recipients must complete an evaluation form for the supported activity. → LEVEL 2 PLACEMAKING GRANT APPLICATION Placemaking Promotional Video A promotional video (7:18) that spotlights the stories of numerous successful projects around the country.
Shorter, individual stories pulled from the full-length video are also provided. This video could be used to share the Placemaking program with your members, Board, or even local leaders and elected officials in your community.
Placemaking Toolkit for REALTOR® Associations The toolkit offers practical tips and showcases successful examples from associations nationwide, covering activities like parks, community gardens, and pedestrian plazas, serving as a valuable resource for enhancing community relationships and strategies.
Placemaking Grant Informational Flier This double-s ided informational flier provides information on the Placemaking grant, examples of projects, a summary of the grant criteria, and QR codes for additional information. Two versions: In House Printing/Digital Use OR Outsourced Printing with Print Shop .
Read success stories from REALTOR® a ssociations across the country who have used a Placemaking Grants to make a difference in their communities. A great source for Placemaking project ideas. Funds the planning and community input activities related to Placemaking and land-use policies, such as Better Block events, Placemaking visioning and Main Street® analyses.
A Smart Growth Grant can also be used to fund a Placemaking training event. Follow The REALTOR Party:
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: State and local REALTOR® associations are eligible. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $3,000 - $7,500. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Placemaking Grant is funded by National Association of Realtors (REALTOR Party). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.