Residents who want to enhance the sense of community in their neighborhood can get financial support to do so thanks to Hillsborough County’s Neighborhood Mini-Grant Program.
Community Improvements Can Be Made With County Mini-Grant Program |
Residents who want to enhance the sense of community in their neighborhood can get financial support to do so thanks to Hillsborough County’s Neighborhood Mini-Grant Program.
Organizations such as homeowner associations, community development districts and civic associations can receive grants of up to $5,000 for projects that improve their neighborhood or create civic engagement among residents.
Other projects in the local area that received grants include support for the Lake St. Charles CDD’s development of a community information phone app and the Lithia Ranch HOA’s enhancements to its equestrian facilities and signage improvements. One of the neighborhood liaisons assisting applicants is Stephanie Agliano. She said the goal of her office’s activities, such as providing mini-grants, is to improve the common habitability of the county by supporting local neighborhoods. “At the end of the day, we all want to feel good about where we go home to,” she said. Having a connection to the Office of Neighborhood Relations is essential to receiving a grant since applicants must be registered with the office as a civic association, homeowner association, special taxing district or neighborhood watch group. Assistance is available for groups wanting to create a formal neighborhood organization. For more information about the mini-grants, including an informative application training video, visit the Hillsborough County Office of Neighborhood Relations online at hillsboroughcounty.org or call 272-5860. |