Thank you for your interest in the Community Programming Fund. Due to overwhelming demand, applications for 2025 are now closed. If you are a 2025 applicant or grantee, please watch your email for further communications.
If you are interested in learning more about funding for programs, activations, and small events in Bellevue, join our interest list to be among the first to be notified about our 2026 cycle.
The City of Bellevue is excited to announce the 2025 Community Programming Fund, offering grants to support community-driven programs, events and installations in outdoor public spaces across Bellevue. This program aims to activate public spaces and strengthen community connections, with a focus on inclusive and diverse programming.
We are looking for creative and engaging programs that transform Bellevue’s public outdoor spaces into lively and welcoming destinations. Whether it’s live music, street performances, food truck rallies, cultural celebrations or community wellness activities, we want to help bring your ideas to life. This funding is available for activities taking place between June 1 and Dec. 31, 2025, with priority given to programs held from June through October.
Program Highlights:
- Grants of up to $15,000 for eligible programs
- Support for small to medium-sized events, installations, and activities
- Funding available for public spaces throughout Bellevue, with a focus on the Grand Connection corridor
- Open to individuals, nonprofit organizations, community groups, and small businesses
2025 Funded Programs and Events
Our grantees are working on putting together their program plans and schedules. Those with confirmed dates and locations are listed below. A full list of recipients and program descriptions, including those which are still working on confirming dates and locations, can be found on our Recipient List. This list is current through June 13, 2025.
Please check back for updates and details on what’s happening across Bellevue this season.
| Organization or Individual | Funded Program | Date and Time | Location |
| Bellevue Farmers' Market | Bellevue Farmers' Market: A seasonal weekly outdoor market offering local produce, small-batch foods, live music, and children's activities. | Thursdays from 3-7:30 through October 2 | 1717 Bellevue Way NE |
| Ilana Zaks | Sound Worlds: One-hour concert blending violin and electronics to showcase works by underrepresented composers. | Tuesday, June 10 from 1-2pm | City Hall Plaza |
| Hindi Time Kids | Cultural Stories in the Park: Outdoor storytelling sessions for families, featuring south Asian festivals, puppetry, crafts, and dance to foster cultural curiosity and celebration. | Fridays from June 20-July 25 from 5-6pm (except July 4) | Downtown Park |
| Mayweather Boxing and Fitness | Boxing for Belonging: A six-week youth and family program combining boxing-inspired workouts with group discussions on identity, resilience, and community in an inclusive, supportive environment. | Saturdays from July 12-August 16 from 1-2:30pm | Downtown Park |
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: List of application questions, which allows you to prepare your application before starting the SurveyMonkey form.
- Review Criteria: Standards by which applications will be initially reviewed.
- 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 this document.