Support For Community Events Grant Program

TOWN OF AVON ANNOUNCES CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR SUPPORT FOR COMMUNITY EVENTS GRANT PROGRAM

 

Avon, CT – December 4, 2023 – The Town of Avon is pleased to welcome applications for its Support for Community Events Grant Program. Applications are currently being accepted from non-profit entities for qualified events occurring from March 1, 2024 through June 30, 2024. The deadline for the submission of applications is 4:00 p.m. on Friday, January 5, 2024.

The Support for Community Events Grant Program aims to provide financial aid to local festivals, special events, or community programs designed to provide recreational and/or cultural opportunities for residents and generally promote the Town of Avon.

The Support for Community Events Grant Program Regulations and Application are available for download at the link below. Please review the regulations carefully before filling out an application to ensure that your organization and event meets the grant requirements. Please submit a completed Application Form (Appendix A) in hard copy or email to:

Department of Recreation & Parks
Town of Avon
60 West Main Street
Avon, CT 06001
avonrec@avonct.gov
 

It is anticipated that applications will be reviewed by a staff committee and recommended to the Town Council for consideration of award at its February 1, 2024 regular meeting. The Town’s anticipated schedule for the next two rounds of grant applications is as follows:

Date of Event

Application Released

Application Deadline

Anticipated Town Council Approval

March 1, 2024 through

June 30, 2024

December 4, 2023

January 5, 2024

at 4:00 p.m.

February 1, 2024

July 1, 2024 through October 31, 2024

April 1, 2024

May 4, 2024

at 4:00 p.m.

June 6, 2024

Questions should be directed to the Department of Recreation & Parks at avonrec@avonct.gov or (860) 409-4332.