Grant amounts of up to $5,000 available for neighborhood improvement projects
Hillsborough County Neighborhood Relations is now accepting applications for the 2026 Neighborhood Mini-Grant Program. Eligible neighborhood associations can apply for funds up to $5,000 to strengthen and engage their communities through innovative and creative community projects.
Last year's grant recipients included 16 neighborhoods with projects ranging from a neighborhood spring fling event to a green space reclamation project, a Free Little Library fixture, and a bocce court canopy and paver installation.
Palma Ceia Neighborhood Association, a grant recipient, found an exciting way to bring residents together by hosting a pop-up art event spotlighting local businesses and celebrating the creative spirit that shapes their neighborhood. Another recipient, Magnolia Lakes POA, established a peace garden, clearing overgrown vegetation and planting Florida-friendly landscaping - creating a peaceful space for residents to relax in and enjoy.
The 2026 Neighborhood Mini-Grant project categories are:
- Healthy Neighborhood: Fostering a healthy community through conservation, environmental stewardship, or healthy lifestyles.
- Safe Neighborhood: Projects or programs that prepare residents with knowledge and tools that teach them how to prevent, confront, and/or respond to situations that threaten the safety of the community.
- Engaged Neighborhood: Unique projects that engage and bring neighbors together.
Application deadline
The deadline to apply is 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025. Visit the Neighborhood Mini-Grants webpage to learn more and to submit an application.
Eligibility
Homeowners, neighborhood civic associations, neighborhood associations, and condominium associations are eligible to apply, including those located in the cities of Tampa, Plant City, and Temple Terrace.
Before you apply
If your organization is not part of the Neighborhood Listing, please submit an online application. Prior to applying for a mini-grant, your organization must receive an email confirmation from Hillsborough County Neighborhood Relations stating that your organization has met the requirements and is now part of the Neighborhood Listing.
For questions, contact Neighborhood Relations at Neighborhood-Relations@HCFL.gov or call (813) 272-5860.
