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Vancouver Neighbourhood Matching Fund

The Neighbourhood Matching Fund supports resident-led community projects in Vancouver parks and public spaces with matched cash and in-kind contributions.

About this program

The Vancouver Neighbourhood Matching Fund supports community-led projects that build neighbourhood connections, improve public spaces, and create shared community assets. The fund typically matches community contributions of volunteer time, donated materials, or cash for projects such as public art, gardens, placemaking, park improvements, and community-building activities. The program helps residents and community groups implement small-scale projects with local benefit.

Eligibility

Resident groups, nonprofit organizations, and community partners with neighbourhood projects in Vancouver parks or public spaces may apply when they can provide matching volunteer, in-kind, or cash contributions.

Requirements

  • Project must take place in Vancouver and provide neighbourhood or public space benefit.
  • Applicant must be a resident group, nonprofit organization, or eligible community partner.
  • Project must include matching contributions such as volunteer labour, donated materials, or cash.