Transform your neighborhood with Reno’s new Grant Program

The City of Reno and Johns Hopkins University launch the ‘Love Your Block’ Mini Grant Program, offering aid for Ward 3 neighborhood projects.

Reno residents now have a unique opportunity to transform their neighborhoods through community-driven projects. The newly launched ‘Love Your Block’ Mini Grant Program, a collaboration between the City of Reno and the Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation at Johns Hopkins University, aims to empower local citizens to make meaningful changes in their community.

Community improvement initiative launches in Ward 3

The program specifically centers on Ward 3 neighborhoods, offering residents the chance to secure funding for local improvement projects. This grassroots approach to neighborhood enhancement puts decision-making power directly in the hands of community members who best understand their area’s needs.

Through this partnership with the prestigious Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation at Johns Hopkins University, the City of Reno demonstrates its commitment to fostering community engagement and neighborhood revitalization. The mini-grant program represents a strategic investment in local communities, encouraging residents to take an active role in shaping their surroundings.

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How residents can participate

Eligible Ward 3 residents can apply for grants to support various neighborhood improvement initiatives, including home repair, public art, and community clean-ups. The program emphasizes community-led projects that can create lasting positive impact in local areas, enabling citizens to directly contribute to the betterment of their neighborhoods. You can visit www.reno.gov/housing to apply before March 22 or sign up to volunteer with The Love Your Block Project.

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