A program from CivicLex that is providing support for neighborhood events and resources in Fayette County.

Overview

In many communities today, it’s become less common for people to regularly connect with their neighbors. Busy lives, changing landscapes, and other barriers have made it harder to build those everyday relationships that help communities thrive.

At CivicLex, we believe strong civic health starts close to home with the connections we have to the people around us. That’s why we’re supporting neighbors who want to come together to create events, share resources, and build a stronger sense of community with mini grant programs.

Through block parties, hyper-local newsletters, and cross club collaborations, we’re exploring what happens when neighbors are given simple tools and a little bit of support to come together. These efforts are meant to be flexible, community-led, and designed to reflect the unique character of each neighborhood or club(s).

We’re hoping to learn more about what helps build stronger relationships, spark local pride, and strengthen civic health from the ground up.

Club Mini-Grants

The new Porch to Porch Club Mini-Grant program is funding club collaborations in Fayette County! Two or more clubs can apply together for up to $500 to fund an event or activity that they will organize and host in collaboration. The events or activities should include club members and be advertised and open to the public.

Applications must be submitted by April 3rd. Selected applicants will be contacted by April 17th.

Questions? Email Megan Gulla at megan@civiclex.org

Apply here

  • Anyone over 18! If you have an idea and are confident that you can make it happen, you should apply.

    Club teams will need to choose a Primary Applicant who will submit the application and receive funding on behalf of the team.

  • Your event or activity can take place in a public place, such as a street, park or library, or in a private location, such as a house or a rented space. Wherever it takes place, the location should be safe and accessible to participants.

  • Any time between April 17th and October 31st.

  • Club members and the general public.

  • Other clubs! The application requires at least two clubs to work together to plan and host an event.

  • The Primary Applicant for the team will receive funding in two installments and should be prepared to submit a W-9. The first installment will be sent after acceptance, and the second will be sent after a detailed project plan is approved by the CivicLex program lead.

  • We require selected applicants to meet with the CivicLex project lead for scheduled check-ins and evaluation meetings before, during, and after the project. Additional meetings can be scheduled at either party’s request.

  • CivicLex will be available to advise on event planning and marketing, and navigating any LFUCG location permitting processes.

    CivicLex will also provide a photographer for events.

    • If your event will be on a public street: submit a separate block party application to LFUCG within two weeks of your acceptance notification. CivicLex can work with you to fill this out if you would like. You can access the application here.

    • If your event will be at a public park: submit a separate indoor or outdoor facility rental application to LFUCG within two weeks of your acceptance notification. CivicLex can work with you to fill this out if you would like. You can access the application here.

    • You will need to agree to an Indemnification and Hold Harmless Provision

Apply here

Neighborhood Mini-Grant
Pilot Program

In 2025, we funded 3 neighborhood block parties and 2 hyper-local newsletters through a mini-grant pilot program. These projects showed us how impactful neighborhood resources can be, and directly informed the Porch to Porch mini-grant program. We’re planning on a second round of these grants that will be announced in June!

Neighborhood Block Parties

Neighborhood block parties supported by this grant were hosted in Joyland, Rand Ave, and the West End. Neighbors both long-time and new, gathered for fall-themed crafts, games, and shared meals!

Neighborhood Newsletters

Neighborhood newsletters supported by this grant were for Pralltown and Bell Court. These proved to be excellent resources for the neighbors in these communities with each publishing three editions and plans to continue!