Newark, NJ residents, nonprofits and small businesses with budgets under $500,000 can apply for microgrants of up to $5,000 for neighborhood projects. The 2026 round closed February 27; the next call is expected in early 2027.
The Prudential Community Grants Program, run with the Community Foundation of New Jersey, gives microgrants of up to $5,000 for projects that beautify neighborhoods, widen access to opportunity and improve quality of life in Newark. Newark residents, organizations and small businesses with operating budgets under $500,000 can apply, and ward-level resident committees help choose recipients. The 2026 round (its fourth) closed February 27, 2026.
Newark-based residents, organizations and small businesses with an operating budget under $500,000
Project must create neighborhood-level impact in the city of Newark
Small business owners apply as individuals; one application per individual, organization or business
Application requires a Statement of Community Support from a community resident; previous awardees may reapply
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