Sustainable Communities Grant Program

Sustainable Communities Grant Program is sponsored by Orange County Government, Florida. This program provides funding to support neighborhoods and organizations working on reducing pollution and carbon footprint, enhancing the quality of life.

You are here: Neighborhood Revitalization Neighborhood Beautification Grants Mandatory Grant Guidelines Mandatory Grant Application Non-Matching Grant Guidelines Non-Mandatory Grant Application Sustainable Communities Grant Guidelines Sustainable Communities Grant Application Youth Sports Enhancement Grant Guidelines Funding for neighborhood improvement projects Funding for neighborhood improvement projects NEIGHBORHOOD BEAUTIFICATION Mandatory Neighborhood Organization Neighborhood improvement projects for mandatory neighborhood organizations that collect dues from residents.

The grant allows for projects with a total cost up to $15,000 and requires a 50% match from the neighborhood organization (max $15,000 grant award). Examples of projects include neighborhood entranceway signs, entranceway and community lighting, neighborhood playgrounds, pressure washing and painting neighborhood walls, and structural wall repairs.

Other projects may be approved at the discretion of the Neighborhood Grants Advisory Board (NGAB). Neighborhood organizations may only receive one grant every two years. Mandatory Grant Guidelines Mandatory Grant Application For information, please contact: Alex Orellana, Grants Program Coordinator, at 407-836-4262 or Alejandro.

Orellana@ocfl. net . Lauren Prekop, Grants Program Coordinator, at 407-836-4253 or Lauren.

Prekop@ocfl. net . Seina Gilman, Program Supervisor, at 407-836-4212 or Seina.

Gilman@ocfl. net . Ian Baker, Program Coordinator, at 407-836-4261 or Ian.

Baker@ocfl. net . Non-Mandatory Neighborhood Organizations Neighborhood improvement projects for non-mandatory neighborhood organizations that do not collect dues from residents.

The grant allows for projects with a total cost up to $15,000 and does not require a match from the neighborhood organization. Examples of projects include neighborhood entranceway signs, entranceway and community lighting, neighborhood playgrounds, pressure washing and painting neighborhood walls, and structural wall repairs. Other projects may be approved at the discretion of the Neighborhood Grants Advisory Board (NGAB).

Neighborhood organizations may only receive one grant every two years. Non-Matching Grant Guidelines Non-Matching Grant Application For information, please contact: Ian Baker, Grants Program Coordinator, at 407-836-4261 or Ian. Baker@ocfl.

net Grant Application Deadlines First come, First served. 1st Quarter: September 10, 2026 2nd Quarter: January 7, 2027 3rd Quarter: April 8, 2027 Sustainable Communities Grant Orange County's Sustainable Communities Grant Program's intent is to provide funding to support and assist neighborhoods and organizations working on reducing pollution and carbon footprint.

A sustainable community is one that is economically, environmentally, and socially healthy and resilient. By working together, we enhance the quality of life for current and future generations. Funding is available in the form of grants to help neighborhoods stay safe, healthy, and connected.

Grants are available for projects ranging from $500 - $5,000. Eligible projects can address issues such as sustainable lighting, community gardens, and pollution reduction. Events are also encouraged to help teach community members about energy efficiency, pollution reduction, and green and sustainable practices.

Sustainable Communities Grant Guidelines Sustainable Communities Grant Application For information, please contact: Ian Baker, Program Coordinator, at 407-836-4261 or Ian. Baker@ocfl.

net The purpose of the Orange County Youth Sports Enhancement Grant Program is to provide financial support to qualified, volunteer organizations that operate youth sports programs, are open to the public, and do not require participants to meet exclusionary qualifications.

Orange County intends to award this grant on a first-come, first-served basis to eligible 501c3 youth sports programs to build character, enhance physical fitness, and provide mentoring and guidance to Orange County’s youth. Orange County Neighborhood Services Division administers funds through the Youth Sports Enhancement Grant Program.

Funds are awarded to qualified volunteer organizations operating youth sports leagues on public or private properties that provide public accommodations and are located in Orange County (County-owned properties are not eligible). These funds must be used to assist with capital improvement projects (“CIP”).

Organizations subject to a maintenance agreement with a municipality do not qualify for funding Examples of qualifying CIP and equipment purchases: Bathroom building repair or upgrade Mowers/field dressing equipment Youth Sports Enhancement Grant Guidelines and Application First come, First served.

1st Quarter: September 10, 2026 2nd Quarter: January 7, 2027 3rd Quarter: April 8, 2027 For information, please contact: Ian Baker, Grants Program Coordinator, at 407-836-4261 or Ian. Baker@ocfl. net Neighborhood Services Division 2450 33rd Street, Second Floor Email: NeighborhoodGrants@ocfl.

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