The City of St. Augustine is set to kick off the application period for its Neighborhood Grant Program (NGP) come the new year, opening its doors to neighborhood non-profits looking to bolster their communities with a bit of a financial boost, up to the tune of $3,000. According to the City of St. Augustine official statements, the acceptance period launches on January 1, 2026, and will remain open until January 15, 2026, wrapping up promptly at 5:00 pm.
The NGP rolls out funds paired with technical assistance from City staff, it's a move to strengthen the hands of neighborhood organizations, allowing them to chart and follow through on small-scale projects that bring enhancement and enrichment to local communities. Applications for these grants are wide open via several avenues – one could shoot an email to [email protected], mail them directly, or walk into the city's Community Services office and hand-deliver them to the address listed, whether it's for beautification projects, community gatherings or any variety of neighborhood initiatives that could benefit from a little fiscal padding.
For those interested in dropping off applications in person, you can find the Community Services office at Lobby B, 4th Floor, 75 King Street in St. Augustine. And if snail mail is more your speed, direct your package to City of St. Augustine Community Services Department, Attn: Neighborhood Grant Program, PO Box 210, St. Augustine, FL 32085. Every application that meets the set guidelines will get a slot for review by the Neighborhood Grant Program Award Committee (NGPAC), ensuring a fair shake for all who submit.
Additional information on the program can be gleaned from Jaime D. Perkins, the Community Services Director, who's available for contact via email, [email protected] for those that have questions or need more details. And if you're looking to chew the ear of someone regarding media inquiries, Melissa Wissel, Communications Director, is the go-to individual and can be reached at 904.293.3307, or via email at [email protected].
