Community Improvement Project (CIP)

• Community groups, leaders and organizations who are interested in applying for an NIDC Community Improvement Project match grant will be required to participate in a one hour informational session in order to be eligible to submit a CIP application.

• Community Improvement Project (CIP) grants are available citywide 
• CIP grants are available up to a maximum of $4,000 depending on project totals and require a dollar-for-dollar match. The first $1,000 is a grant, no match is required.
• Grant activities should stimulate resident engagement and support sustainable projects within a small geographic area
• CIP grants are not eligible to be used to start a non-profit business, commercial or personal property improvements, or as a payroll subsidy
• If your group is interested in a CIP, attend an informational session

CIP Application  CIP Grant Guidelines