Love Your Block Mini-Grant Program
The City of Reno, in partnership with the Bloomberg’s Center for Public Innovation at Johns Hopkins University, is proud to launch its second year of neighborhood improvement grants. This initiative invites residents to apply for funding to support projects that enhance and strengthen their neighborhoods in Ward 1.
Mission Statement
Ward 1 in Reno faces significant challenges related to neighborhood decay, illegal dumping, and climate resilience. To address these challenges, Love Your Block Reno will collaborate with residents and community leaders in Ward 1 to implement resident-led projects focused on small home enhancements, waste remediation, neighborhood improvements, and improved access to greenery and shade.
CommUNITY Mini-Grant
Applications for this round invite residents and community groups to propose innovative, community-driven projects that benefit the Ward 1 neighborhood as a whole. Projects may range from public murals to community-led cleanups and should demonstrate how they will positively impact the community by enhancing shared spaces, strengthening neighborhood connections, and fostering a sense of community.
Applications will be accepted from February 13, 2026 through March 31, 2026.
CommUNITY Mini-Grant Eligibility Criteria
- Applications are open to individual residents over the age of 18, groups or organizations, local businesses, and religious organizations.
- Applicants do not need to own the property to apply (renters welcome) but must obtain permission from the owner.
- Projects must offer opportunities for resident volunteers to participate and perform the revitalization efforts required.
- Projects can improve public as well as private property but need to be limited to exterior areas/outdoors.
- Project must benefit the Ward 1 community and improve the neighborhood as a whole.
- Project budget must be between $500 to $5,000.
- Project must be accomplished within 4 weeks.
- Projects must be completed by August 31, 2026.
Apply
Please submit your application using the following link: City of Reno Love Your Block Application
If you require a paper copy of the application, or the application in a different language, please contact us to request an emailed version. Completed paper applications may be submitted to the City Clerk's Office on the second floor – 1 E. 1st Street Reno, NV 89501.
Verify your address and project area
Use the link below to check whether your address is within Ward 1 boundaries and whether the project area is public or private property.
Public Community Development Map
Volunteer
Interested in volunteering? Complete the interest form using the link below, and we’ll notify you by email as volunteer opportunities become available.
Donations Request
If you would like to donate to the Love Your Block Program, we accept new or used products (e.g., gardening supplies, soil, mulch, paint brushes, etc). If you would like to donate, please contact Roberto Lara at Lararo@reno.gov