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Block Party Grant

Grab some hot dogs and burgers and get to know your neighbors!

You can use the Neighborhood Block Party Grant to help cover party-related expenses such as food, paper goods, and entertainment. Block parties are a great way for neighbors to come together, build relationships, and engage in family fun activities. Review all the guidelines and steps below and apply for a grant! Applications must be approved prior to the party in order to receive a grant reimbursement for your party.

If you'd like to host a block party without applying for the grant, complete the online application below but select "No" for the grant.

Application Process

Step 1.Understand the Guidelines

Each grant will reimburse eligible expenses up to $300
Eligible expenses include: food, paper goods, door prizes, and entertainment/performers
Ineligible expense include: alcohol, play equipment, tent rental, stages and/or risers
Neighborhoods may receive one block party grant per party, and two block party grants each year
Host or sponsor agrees to allow all residents in neighborhood to participate in the block party
The block party must occur in a residential neighborhood and be organized by a resident in that respective neighborhood
The host/sponsor of the block party assumes full responsibility for cleanup

Step 2.Submit Application

The City accepts applications from April 1 through Oct. 15. The City must approve the block party application prior to the party. Please submit your application at least one week before the party. Block parties must take place by Nov. 4.

Apply Online

The City of Merriam reserves the right to deny any block party application.