Neighborhood Services

Welcome to the City of St. Augustine's Neighborhood Services Division, your central hub for community support and resources aimed at fostering vibrant, thriving neighborhoods across our historic city. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for all residents by providing a range of services designed to strengthen community bonds, support neighborhood initiatives, and promote a sense of pride and belonging within our unique urban fabric.

Key Offerings

Neighborhood Grant Program (NGP)

Empowering Community Projects: Dive into the heart of community improvement with the NGP, offering up to $3,000 for groups looking to beautify, enrich, and engage their neighborhoods. From small-scale beautification projects to cultural enrichment events, the NGP supports your endeavors to make a lasting impact. Learn how to fill out an application and bring your neighborhood project to life.

Applicants may apply for grant funding from the 1st through the 15th of January, April, July, and October each year. Applications must be received by 5PM on the last day of the Application Acceptance Period. Grant awards or denials will be sent to the applicant within the same quarter. NGP is dependent upon availability of funds. If funds are depleted, Neighborhood Services will issue an announcement that NGP has closed for the remainder of the fiscal year. The new grant cycle will re-open beginning October 1.

How to Apply for the NGP

  1. Prepare Your Application: Gather your project ideas, estimates, and support letters. Detailed guidelines are available to help you prepare a compelling application.
  2. Submit Your Application: Applications can be sent via email, mail, or in person. Please refer to the application guidelines for specific submission details and deadlines.
  3. Project Implementation: Approved projects will receive funding and support from the City of St. Augustine, with a focus on community involvement from concept to completion.