The city of Aurora is launching a new grant program designed to help support neighborhood festivals scheduled to take place in 2026.
The Neighborhood Festival Funding Grant Program is offering up to $1,000 per event, which could be used to pay equipment rental, rental of tables or chairs, general liability insurance, security or emergency personnel and other similar needs, according to a news release from the city of Aurora.
The grants are available to organizations and neighborhood groups planning public community events that connect residents with each other, while also educating them about Aurora, city officials said in the news release.
Aurora has funded other community-based events in the past, the city news release said, including Juneteenth and Dia De Los Muertos celebrations.
More information on how to apply, including further eligibility requirements and key documents, can be found at: aurora.il.us/NFF
Documents needed to apply can also be obtained at the Community Services Department’s Office at City Hall, 44 E. Downer Place.
Once completed, applications should be emailed to: COANFF@aurora.il.us
The deadline to submit applications is July 31, but review of applications will begin on May 18 and continue on a rolling basis, according to the city news release.
City officials said that questions about the Neighborhood Festival Funding Grant Program should be directed to Diana Martinez at 630-256-3408.
