Empowerment through Community Grants

The City of Gainesville provides a variety of grants to aid neighbors and business owners in providing services to the community for housing, economic development and local events. 

One Nation One Project (ONOP) and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds are fully awarded.

Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area (GCRA) Grant Programs

• Business Improvement Grant Program Application
• Community Partnership Grant Program Application
• Downtown Events Grant Program Application

Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area (GCRA)

Housing and Community Development Grant Programs

• Down Payment Assistance Program (DPA)
• CDBG and Home Funding Application
• Housing and Rehabilitation Program

Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Grant Programs

Cultural Program and Community Event Grants

• Outside Agency Grant (OA)
• Professional Arts Producing Institutions
• Special Event Additional Support (SEAS)

Cultural Grant Applications

PRCA Scholarships

• Michelle Park Scholarship
• Summer Camp Scholarships
• Earth Academy Day Camp