FAQs

General Information

• The purpose of the 17STRONG Neighborhoods Placemaking program is to help fund publicly accessible projects that elevate community assets, inject new energy into a space, envision a new future, and build meaningful connections between people and place, additionally they improve safety within the community, create economic development, and/or address other neighborhood needs and aspirations. 

• Individual grant awards will range from a maximum of $3,000.

• Applicants are encouraged to coordinate efforts of similar activities within the neighborhood or across neighborhoods; however, unique activities will be considered.

• Applications will only be accepted from: a Hamilton resident(s) living in one of our 17 neighborhoods, Hamilton City Schools, or a 501(c)(3) organization located in one of our 17 neighborhoods, that serves Hamilton residents and whose mission aligns with 17STRONG values and objectives.

• All requests submitted will be in competition for funding.

• Applicants may be asked to present to the Placemaking committee to explain their submission and answer any questions they have.

• Applicants are encouraged to locate additional funding for their Placemaking application. The ability of the applicant(s) to identify matching funds in its application may be a deciding factor in a recommendation to fund a request.

• You may be asked for clarification or submittal of additional budget quotes if necessary.

• Grant funds cannot pay for personal property, charitable donations, alcohol, faith-based activities, operational costs, items that will be donated/raffled/auctioned, or political campaigning.

• It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that any activity or program that is funded is in compliance with all applicable zoning, health, building or other codes and regulations.

• Itemized receipts or arrangements for funding must be submitted within 30 days of scheduled project completion or November 1st (whichever is first). Any questions related to funding can be submitted to Peggy Bange (peggy.bange@hamilton-oh.gov).

• Any changes made to the awarded grant, must be submitted to the Placemaking Committee and approved by the 17STRONG Advisory Board.

• If this application is funded, the applicant agrees to recognize 17STRONG as a supporter in project materials, public communications, and promotional efforts related to the funded project. Additionally, a short report and project photos should be submitted to Peggy Bange (peggy.bange@hamilton-oh.gov) following the completion of the project.