Neighbourhood Matching FundThe Neighbourhood Matching Fund provides support for community groups to build community and neighbourhood connections while enhancing parks or other public spaces.
We're looking for volunteers to join the Neighbourhood Matching Fund Advisory Committee.
The committee meets 2 to 3 times a year. Members review funding applications and decide which projects receive funding once a year. They also provide advice on how the program is run.
Consider applying if you:
You can nominate yourself or someone else.
Email a resume or brief description of your or your nominee's interests and experience to [email protected].
Note The Neighbourhood Matching Fund is not a grant.
Community groups are awarded funds for project expenses based on a matching value of volunteer labour, in-kind donations, or cash support.
Neighbourhood Matching Funds projects involve the creation of innovative and lasting work for community enjoyment and use. These projects express something unique about the neighbourhood.
Applications are accepted once annually.
The Vancouver Park Board can provide funds up to $10,000 to match volunteer time and donated contributions from the community.
Projects must actively involve the local community and build neighbourhood connections. Examples of community participation include:
What creative ideas do you and your neighbours have? Contact Neighbourhood Matching Fund staff to discuss your project for eligibility at [email protected] or 604-318-5048.
| Information session | March 17, 2026, 6pm to 7pm Register now External website, opens in new tab |
| Eligibility confirmation deadline | April 17, 2026 |
| Application deadline | May 1, 2026 |
| Decisions made | Late June 2026 |
| Project start | Late summer or fall 2026 |
Artist fees vary from project to project and it is ultimately up to the artist you work with. Artists with different levels of experience may have different rates for service. Some may choose to waive their fee.
We encourage you to support paying artists for their valuable services.
Mailing address
Neighbourhood Matching Fund
Vancouver Park Board
2099 Beach Ave
Vancouver, BC V6G 1Z4
Phone: 604-318-5048
