Do you have a great idea to bring your community together? Grants of up to $500 are now available through Comox Valley’s Neighbourhood Small Grants (NSG) program. Applications are open from March 3 to April 4 at cvcfoundation.org/nsg.
The NSG program—co-funded locally by the Vancouver Island NSG Network and the Comox Valley Community Foundation—supports small, community member-led projects that foster connection, engagement, and inclusivity.
“Small projects can make a big impact,” says Community Foundation Executive Director Jolean Finnerty. “Butterfly highways, seed swaps, family movie nights, art workshops, community BBQs, and emergency planning demonstrations are just a few examples of past projects that have brought Comox Valley neighbours together.”
Neighbourhood Small Grants help spark creativity and strengthen connections across the Comox Valley. Some past project examples include:
• Sharing the arts – Hosting an accessible choir in the community.
• Celebrating Indigenous culture – Craft nights and traditional food harvesting.
• Intergenerational learning – Youth teaching seniors how to use tablets.
• Growing and eating local food – Mushroom harvesting workshops and community gardening.
• Youth-led initiatives – Senior interviews, reading buddy programs, and care packages.
All NSG projects must be free, inclusive, and open to the community. Funded projects can take place between April and December, but applications close Monday, April 4, 2025. The process is simple, and no grant-writing experience is needed.
Ready to bring your idea to life?
Visit cvcfoundation.org/nsg to learn more and apply.
