Following a successful pilot year, Bellevue's Economic Development team is pleased to announce the return of the Community Programming Fund. The application period opens in mid-January 2026.
Though guidelines and grant awards will be updated in the coming year, overall program objectives remain unchanged: support community gathering, increase foot traffic and retail sales, and enhance the visitor experience.
To learn more about funding opportunities for programs, activations and small events in Bellevue, join our interest list to receive the latest updates on our 2026 funding cycle.
Through the Community Programming Fund (CPF), the City of Bellevue offers grants to support community-driven programs and events in outdoor public spaces across the city. By investing in community-led efforts, the CPF aims to strengthen the experience of visitors, workers, and residents in Bellevue’s mixed-use neighborhoods, encouraging people to gather, stay longer, and return more often.
Program Highlights:
- Individual grants of up to $15,000
- Support for small to medium-sized activities and events
- Funding available for public spaces throughout Bellevue
- Open to individuals, nonprofit organizations, community groups and small businesses
2025 Grant Cycle
Thank you to the 2025 Community Programming Fund grantees for helping make the program’s first year a success. The 2025 grant cycle has concluded, and all funding has been awarded. Explore the recipient list to see the variety of programs supported through the Community Programming Fund, and view the 2025 year-end retrospective to learn more about the overall grant cycle, funded activities, and program outcomes.
2025 Documents and Resources
- Program Guidelines: Full program guidelines, rules, and conditions, including what we're looking for and how applications will be reviewed.
- Application Questions: allows you to prepare your application before starting the SurveyMonkey form.
- Insurance Requirements: Insurance requirements for entering a contract with the city, including options for temporary event insurance.
- Post-Grant Report and Invoice: SurveyMonkey form to complete after your event, if you have been awarded a grant. You can also review the questions in advance in a sample form.