Neighborhoods, HOAs Invited to Apply for Improvement Matching Grants

The City of Gaithersburg is now accepting applications for funding under the Fiscal Year 2027 Frederick J. Felton Neighborhood Matching Grant program. The program provides an incentive for neighborhood organizations to improve their communities by awarding dollar-for-dollar matching grants of up to $5,000. Communities that are designated as Equity Emphasis Areas (see map on City’s website) and apply under that designation are eligible for a greater match (up to 75% for eligible projects).

Neighborhood groups and associations have used these funds for such things as sidewalk enhancement, lighting upgrades, signage, fence replacement, parking lot enhancements, community block parties, and even neighborhood birdhouses.

Application forms are available on the Frederick J. Felton Neighborhood Matching Grant Program webpage. All applications must be submitted electronically. The deadline to apply is May 13, 2026.

For more information on the program, please visit www.gaithersburgMD.gov or contact Cindy Hines, Assistant to the City Manager, at Cindy.Hines@gaithersburgmd.gov.