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 |
| Performing for Seniors Program at the Little Masters Club | Moonlight Melodies: A free, family-friendly concert celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival with youth performances in Chinese music, dance, and martial arts at Factoria Mall. Audiences enjoy interactive cultural activities like lantern making and mooncake tasting. | Oct. 4 5-6:30 p.m. | Factoria Mall South Court |
| Old Bellevue Merchant's Association | Jingle Bellevue: Holiday themed activities across multiple locations around Old Bellevue, including a Santa photo booth and cookie decorating stations. | Dec. 6, 13, 20 12-4 p.m. | Multiple locations across Old Bellevue |
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.