Through the Community Programming Fund, the city offers grants to support community-driven programs, events and installations in outdoor public spaces across Bellevue. This program aims to activate these spaces and strengthen community connections, with a focus on inclusive and diverse programming.
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 Programs and Events
The 2025 grant cycle is now closed, and all funding has been awarded. The recipient list includes program descriptions. A list of upcoming events is provided below.
| Organizer | Funded Program | Date/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 3-7:30 p.m. | Bellevue Presbyterian Church 1717 Bellevue Way NE |
| Yuxi de Neve | Bilingual Storytime: A fun and engaging children’s program featuring stories, music, and games, presented in both English and Chinese. | Saturdays from July 26-Sept. 27 (no session Sept. 6) 10:15-11:15 a.m. | Ashwood Park 10820 NE 10th St |
| Sustain Music Project | Yoga & Music in the Park: Join the Sustain Music Project for a fun, interactive outdoor yoga class on the lawn of the Spring District Park, featuring live classical music. | Sept. 13 10-11 a.m. | Spring District Park 12167 NE 14th Terrace |
| Eastside For All | You Belong Event: A BIPOC & QTPOC Park Day of Belonging in Action at Ashwood Park in Bellevue. A day filled with sound healing, art, community, and food. | Sept. 14 1-4 p.m. | Ashwood Park 10820 NE 10th St |
| Let's Go! Physical Therapy & Pilates PLLC | Plyometrics in the Park: A free fitness session incorporating plyometrics, skipping, stretching, and sprinting, aimed at improving strength, agility, and bone health for adults. | Sept. 14, 21 and 28 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Crossroads Park 999 164th Ave NE |
| Brass Band Northwest | Summer Pops Finale Concert: Live concert with a delightful mix of classics and pops including music by Imogen Holst, Karl Jenkins, Hans Zimmer, John Williams and Chappell Roan among others. | Sept. 18 12-1:30 p.m. | City Hall Plaza 450 110th Avenue NE |
| Complete Streets Bellevue | Park(ing) Day: Bellevue’s first-ever Park(ing) Day transforming on-street parking spaces into temporary community spaces with art, games, cultural displays, and activities. | Sept. 19 12-5 p.m. | Corner of NE 1st St & 102nd Ave NE (just south of Downtown Park) |
| Bighug | K-Pop Play day: Community K-Pop celebration at Bellevue City Hall Plaza featuring live performances, a Random Play Dance, and opportunities for fans to connect, dance, and enjoy a safe, welcoming space for all ages. | Sept. 20 2-6 p.m. | City Hall Plaza 450 110th Avenue NE |
| Malia Peoples | Art Making in the Park: Connect with Hawaiian history through kapa-inspired printing as you design your own tote in this free, family-friendly park activity. | Sept. 19 and 21 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Ashwood Park 10820 NE 10th St |
| Fiesta del Maíz | Fiesta del Maíz: Celebrate Maíz and Mesoamerican Indigenous cultures with a vibrant day of food, art, and community. Enjoy maíz-based treats, colorful art, cultural presentations, live performances, and fun activities for kids | Sept. 27 12-5 p.m. | Crossroads Park 999 164th Ave NE |
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.