Neighbourhood Block Party Program
2026 Richmond Neighbourhood Block Party Program
Thank you for your interest in the 2026 Richmond Neighbourhood Block Party Program.
This program provides an opportunity for two neighbours living in the same neighbourhood, street, or block (not living in the same household) to apply for up to $500.00 in funding to host a block party that connects residents in the neighbourhood and/or strata. Richmond-based Block Watch Programs are also eligible to apply.
This year's program will:- Foster neighbourhood connections;
- Create a sense of community; and
- Enhance safety and awareness in neighbourhoods.
Are you interested in hosting a fun, soccer-themed event in your neighbourhood? Apply to the Richmond Celebrates Soccer stream of this year’s Neighbourhood Block Party Program!
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until Sunday, September 13, 2026.
How to Apply
Applications to the 2026 Richmond Neighbourhood Block Party Program are now open. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until Sunday, September 13, 2026. Apply using the form below:
2026 Richmond Neighbourhood Block Party Application Form
Review the 2026 Richmond Neighbourhood Block Party Program Guidelines Booklet for full program details, including eligibility and assessment criteria, eligible applicants, eligible project expenses and post-event deliverables.
2026 Richmond Neighbourhood Block Party Application Guidelines Booklet
Review the 2026 Neighbourhood Block Party Program Block Party Planning Guide for lots of party ideas!
2026 Neighbourhood Block Party Planning Guide
Reporting Template for 2026 Neighbourhood Block Party Program Grant Recipients
To be eligible for future funding opportunities through this Program, a Grant Use Report is required to be submitted by all recipients. Within two weeks of your event, complete the 2026 Final Report template below, save the file to your computer and email the completed report back to BlockParty@richmond.ca along with two photos of your event, two signed photo waivers, and copy of all expense receipts. You can find the final report and photo waiver form below:
2026 Richmond Neighbourhood Block Party Final Report
Photo Waiver
Refund Cheque for Unused Grant Funding
If you have unused funding (any amount), a refund cheque is required to be mailed to the City of Richmond within four weeks of your event. Mail your cheque to us using the information below:
Name for the cheque: City of Richmond
Note in memo line on the cheque: Unused funding from 2026 Neighbourhood Block Party Grant
Mailing address for the cheque:
Attn: Events Coordinator, Major Events
Arts, Culture and Heritage
City of Richmond
6911 No. 3 Road
Richmond, BC V6Y 2C1
Email BlockParty@richmond.ca for any questions or assistance with the online application.
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BlockParty@richmond.ca