ACT Grants Program (ID)

The ACT Grants Program by the City of Boise offers up to $2,500 for neighborhood associations to fund community projects and events. Applications are competitive and accepted year-round, with two funding rounds annually. Projects must serve the public and can include neighborhood clean-ups, block parties, and communication initiatives. Only recognized associations in good standing are eligible to apply, ensuring that funds are directed to enhance community engagement and visibility.

NOTE: This program is competitive; applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with evaluations and funding determinations made twice per year.
The ACTIVATE. CONNECT. TRANSFORM. (ACT) grants provide up to $2,500 each fiscal year for neighborhood associations to host smaller projects and events, including neighborhood clean-ups, block parties, and communication efforts.
Only recognized neighborhood associations in good standing are eligible to apply for these funds. A maximum of $2,500 may be awarded to an association each fiscal year (October 1 – September 30). Any improvements, events, or resources funded through this program must be located on public property and free and accessible to all residents.
Grant Categories
Neighborhood associations may apply for projects that fit within any of the funding categories below. There is no maximum or minimum number of applications a neighborhood association may submit within any grant cycle, or for the fiscal year, but the maximum amount of funding any neighborhood association can receive within a fiscal year is $2,500.
Celebration – Brings together neighborhoods by engaging the community through events and placemaking activities like National Night Out, annual picnics, block parties, or festivals aimed at connecting residents.
Communication – Supports the communication efforts of the neighborhood for annual meetings, website hosting, printing and meeting supplies.
Community Service – Addresses a community need by making visible neighborhood-level change like neighborhood clean-up events, beautification efforts, sign maintenance, mural, and small community projects.