504GOOD

Collective Intelligence Grants

Apply for a 504GOOD Grant

504GOOD offers grants of $500 to $2,500 to support community events, dialogues, and projects that bring people together across difference. We prioritize work that is open to the public, builds collective intelligence, and advances civic participation.

Before You Apply

  • Grants are available to individuals, organizations, and informal community groups.
  • Projects must serve a clear charitable or civic purpose.
  • Events open to the general public are strongly preferred.
  • Grant funds may not be used for private parties or commercial ventures.
  • You will need to submit a final report after the project is complete.
  • Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis -- allow several weeks for a decision.
About You or Your Organization

Applicant Type

The person we should contact about this application.

Optional.

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Optional. Link to your website, Instagram, Facebook, etc.

Optional. Street address, city, state, zip.

Your Project

A short, descriptive name for your event or project.

e.g. Saturday, October 12, 2026 or October-November 2026

Neighborhood, venue name, or TBD.

Type of Event or Activity

Will this event be open to the general public?

Accessibility Features (check all that apply)

Project Description

How does your project serve the public good? What charitable or civic purpose does it advance?

What problem, gap, or opportunity in the community does this project address? Why does this matter now?

Who will directly benefit from this project? Describe the people you are trying to reach and serve.

504GOOD focuses on bringing people together across difference to think and solve problems collectively. How does your project advance or embody that vision?

Describe what will actually happen. Walk us through the event or project: who is involved, what people will experience, and how it will be organized.

Budget

Grants range from $500 to $2,500. Provide a breakdown of how you plan to use the funds. Add one row per expense category.

Between $500 and $2,500.

The full cost of the project including any other funding sources.

Budget Breakdown

Disclosures

Please answer the following honestly. These questions help 504GOOD assess compliance and plan support for your project.

Will alcohol be present at this event?

If yes, please ensure you have any required permits and note this in your activity description.

Will there be any commercial activity (sales, vendor fees, ticket sales that generate revenue)?

Will any individual be compensated from grant funds (speakers, facilitators, artists, staff)?

Optional. Disclose any relationship between the applicant and members of the 504GOOD board or staff. Leave blank if none.

Certification

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