Community Matching Grant

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NOTE: Applications for the 2023 Matching Grant are now closed. Applications for the 2024 cycle will open January 3rd, 2024. Please contact Chris Lovings, Neighborhood Programs Coordinator (clovings@auburnwa.gov) with any questions!

Believing that people build stronger communities when they work together, the City of Auburn is requesting proposals for its Community Matching Grant Program to support partnerships between the City of Auburn and community groups and organizations to produce resident-initiated projects. The community identifies a project they would like to complete and determines what they are able to contribute (cash, volunteer hours, in-kind services, etc.) and then applies

NOTE: Applications for the 2023 Matching Grant are now closed. Applications for the 2024 cycle will open January 3rd, 2024. Please contact Chris Lovings, Neighborhood Programs Coordinator (clovings@auburnwa.gov) with any questions!

Believing that people build stronger communities when they work together, the City of Auburn is requesting proposals for its Community Matching Grant Program to support partnerships between the City of Auburn and community groups and organizations to produce resident-initiated projects. The community identifies a project they would like to complete and determines what they are able to contribute (cash, volunteer hours, in-kind services, etc.) and then applies for a cash grant from the City to match the amount provided by the community. The City awards funds based on the benefits the proposed projects generate for Auburn residents, with a maximum of $2,500 per community.

The City will consider proposals relative to the benefits it generates for a targeted area and its compliance with City policies and guidelines. The project must be non-profit in nature and must adhere to municipal, state, and federal regulatory compliance standards (i.e. standards for playgrounds, building codes). Community contributions may include volunteer time, cash or material donations and in-kind services. A Project Coordinator will be designated by the community to coordinate the project.

To apply, submit the application AND COVID Supplement to Chris Lovings.

The City offers the following types of Grants:

Grant TypeDescriptionMax Grant Amount

Community Improvement Grants

Longer term (up to 12 month) projects focused on:

  • Creating an attachment between residents and their community
  • Supporting physical, social and mental well-being of residents
  • Maintaining safe and beautiful communities in Auburn
  • Increasing opportunities for residents to be civically engaged

$2,500

Community Clean-up Grants

Small grants focused on organizing community clean-up campaigns such as hauling-away junked cars, appliances, and renting temporary dumpsters.

$1,500

Community Events Grant

Grants to help neighbors organize community events including potlucks, block parties, holiday gatherings, and more!


$1,500














If you and your community live in the Valley or Plateau area of Auburn, then please visit our Community Fund page to learn more about this new program!

Page last updated: 03 Apr 2023, 07:47 AM