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MEasure q Urban open space grants

The Authority is pleased to introduce a new grant program, funded by Measure Q. This annual competitive grant program funds Urban Open Space projects in one or more categories:

Environmental Stewardship and Restoration
Parks, Trails, and Public Access
Environmental Education
Urban Agriculture/Food Systems

The grants are open to Public Agencies, Schools and School Districts, and Non-profits.

The Fiscal Year 2017-2018 grants range from $25,000 to $100,000 and applications are due January 12, 2018. Application materials will be posted on November 1, 2017.

2017-2018 Measure Q Urban Open Space Grant Program WORKSHOPs

In these workshops we will review the grant process, how to fill out the application, and answer any questions.

Tuesday, December 5, 5:30 - 7pm at Tully Library, 880 Tully Road, san jose Register

Wednesday, December 6, 1 - 2:30pm, Online Workshop Only Register

For more information, see:

FY 16-17 Grant Materials (Subject to Change for FY 17-18)

Grant program Overview

Grant Cycle Announced

November 1, 2017

Applications Due

January 12, 2018

Staff Review

Citizens' Advisory Committee Review

March 19, 2018

Board Review and Decision

May 10, 2018

Process Grants

Grantees Kickoff Projects

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