Neighbourhood Activation Fund 2026


Your neigbourhood, your story! A group of people having a picnic on the grass.


Bring your community together with the Neighbourhood Activation Fund (NAF). Whether it's a block party, a pop-up movie night under the stars or a small event with a big impact, we'll support you to make it happen.

The NAF supports neighbourhood events and programs that build strong community relationships and fill gaps in local programming.

Funding support is provided in-kind to offset eligible event costs, such as insurance or the cost of facility booking. The Fund covers three types of events:

  1. Block parties - up to $500 in-kind funding

  1. Community-led neighbourhood events - up to $1,500 in-kind funding

  1. Pop-up movie nights - up to $2,500 in-kind funding

Learn more about these three event types.

Apply now!

Complete the application form. You will be notified about your application within 15 business days (three weeks). If you require the application in an alternate format, please contact us by email at ContactUs@CityofKingston.ca or by phone at 613-546-0000.

The Fund focuses on fostering vibrant, connected neighbourhoods through diverse and innovative events. Applications are evaluated based on their potential community impact, inclusivity and sustainability. Please note recipients are asked to complete and submit a short survey to the City after their event.


Your neigbourhood, your story! A group of people having a picnic on the grass.


Bring your community together with the Neighbourhood Activation Fund (NAF). Whether it's a block party, a pop-up movie night under the stars or a small event with a big impact, we'll support you to make it happen.

The NAF supports neighbourhood events and programs that build strong community relationships and fill gaps in local programming.

Funding support is provided in-kind to offset eligible event costs, such as insurance or the cost of facility booking. The Fund covers three types of events:

  1. Block parties - up to $500 in-kind funding

  1. Community-led neighbourhood events - up to $1,500 in-kind funding

  1. Pop-up movie nights - up to $2,500 in-kind funding

Learn more about these three event types.

Apply now!

Complete the application form. You will be notified about your application within 15 business days (three weeks). If you require the application in an alternate format, please contact us by email at ContactUs@CityofKingston.ca or by phone at 613-546-0000.

The Fund focuses on fostering vibrant, connected neighbourhoods through diverse and innovative events. Applications are evaluated based on their potential community impact, inclusivity and sustainability. Please note recipients are asked to complete and submit a short survey to the City after their event.

  • The Neighbourhood Activation Fund supports neighbourhood events and programs that build strong community relationships and fill gaps in local programming.

    The application will take 15-20 minutes to complete.

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