Shine a light on your neighborhood's projects and programs
Calling all healthy, safe, and engaged neighborhoods! Applications are now open for the 2025 Hillsborough County Neighborhood Awards. Whether your community created a nature trail, hosted a food donation drive, or held a swim safety class, now's your chance to be recognized for making a difference.
The Neighborhood Awards celebrate exceptional neighborhood projects and events that took place in unincorporated Hillsborough County between July 2024 and June 2025. Nominations are being accepted in three categories:
- Healthy - Promoting conservation, environmental stewardship, or healthy living
- Safe - Enhancing safety or boosting disaster preparedness
- Engaged - Building community spirit through volunteerism or communication
Need ideas?
Visit the Neighborhood Awards page or check out last year's awardees for inspiring examples.
Eligible neighborhood groups must be listed in the Hillsborough County Neighborhood Roster. Each neighborhood must submit their application for one - or all three - categories by Friday, Aug. 22, at 5 p.m. Award winners will be notified in September, and one outstanding category winner will be honored as the 2025 Neighborhood of the Year and receive $500 for their neighborhood.
More information
Learn more, view eligibility requirements, and apply at HCFL.gov/NeighborhoodAwards.