2026 Neighborhood Grant Applications Packet — Community Event and Neighborhood Grant Distribution Subcommittee, December 1, 2025

Neighborhood Grant Program Application
Calendar Year 2026
Application Deadline for Fall Cycle (#1): Friday, October 10, 2025, by 5 p.m.

Thank yo
u for your interest in the Neighborhood Grant Program. Please thoroughly review the grant guidelines and eligibility criteria to determine if your group qualifies for funding, available here (need link to guidelines document).

Grant decisions are based upon a competitive review process; this application and any attachments are intended to be the primary subject of evaluating your grant proposal. The City will accept applications through Friday, October 10, 2025, by 5 p.m. Applicants will be notified of award decisions in Jan./Feb. 2026.

For questions, email [email protected] or call 408-730-7599.

Complet
e applications may be submitted in the following ways:

Mail or Drop Off in Person:

Name o
f Individual Submitting Application:

Individual
’s Email: Phone:

Name of P
roposed Project:

Fundi
ng Level:

Neighborhood Grant
Tier Level # Households Maximum Funding
Tier 1 Under 250 $1,500
Tier 2 251 – 499 $3,000
Tier 3 500 & Over $5,000
Grant Amount Requesting from the City of Sunnyvale (see details abov e): $ Based on the total number of households, which tier does your Neighborhood Group or Association fall under? Tier 1 (under 250 households) Tier 2 (251-499) Tier 3 (500 & Over) Describe how the total number of households in your Neighborhood Group or Association is calculated.

Bidwellers
Summer Community block party and Holiday Events
We invite households within Washington st, Mary Ave, Bidwell, Piedra/Carson. This year we plan to include others beyond Washington street.

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Neighborhood Group/Association Background

1. When wa
s your neighborhood group or association formed and why? 1a. What are the geographic boundaries of your group, including which Council District? Project Description

2. Describe your proposed project and/or event.
2a. How will it benefit the residents in your neighborhood and/or your neighborhood association? 2b. How many people or households are expected to attend or benefit from t he project or event? Last 8 years
We invite households within Washington st, Mary Ave, Bidwell, Piedra/Carson. This year we plan to include others beyond Washington street. We are in Council District 2 Block Party during Summer, Holiday party during Winter and other smaller events. We organize games for all ages - kids, teens, adults and elderly. This year we had trampoline for kids/teens, pickelball for adults and kids, and board games for elderly.

To build a sense of community with our neighbors and a sense of belonging. 200-250 people across events
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2c. Describe your outreach plan to generate awareness and support for the project/event.

4. How will you determine the completed project and/or event was a success?

We have been doing this event for last 6 years or so. The last time we put large posters across all streets in the neighborhood, flyers on street posts, online posts at nextdoor.

We also have a large whatsapp group that we post at. We also personally invite folks we know in the sunnyvale area
The events build a sense of comminity and belonging. The event serves as a starting point to know each other and friendships start from there. We had attendees across all races, genders and ages. I can share pictures from previous events if needed.

We track the # of people who attended and the # of new streets that had participation for these events. The end goal is to have fun at the event and start/build connections with neighbors. From the last event, we invite folks to be in touch via whatsapp groups. We are discussing new things happending in the area, folks who have give aways, or invite for a casual party
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Project Plan & Timeline

5. Use the chart below and list the specific activities needed to carry out your project and/or event including an estimated date of completion for each activity.

Activity Person(s) Responsible Completion Date
(MO/YR)
Example: Create flier/email for barbecue Jane Smith 08/25

1. 2.

3. 4.

5. 6.

7. 8.

9. 10.

11. 12.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1E834
vREPbtOKedbTvzuyHCG_GkHaGn-ysliADA8u
DIw/edit?usp=sharing
I am including the planning link for the last
party we did
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Project Team
While you may have many community members working on this project and/or event, project team leads will be critical to the project’s success. Please note that each member of the project team will need to sign the application acknowledging their commitment to this project.

1. Project Leader - The Project Leader serves as the primary point of contact for the grant application process. The Project Leader also has fiduciary responsibilities and is responsible for submitting a final project report to the City. The final report, including eligible receipts and invoices showing payment is due within 30 days of project/event conclusion and no later than December 31, 2026.

Project Leader Name:

Email: Ph
one Number:

Mailing Add
ress:

Signature
: Date:

2. Treasure
r - The treasurer tracks expenses, files receipts, oversees the budget and submits a final financial report to the City. The Project Leader may also serve as the Project Treasurer. Note: The City of Sunnyvale reserves the right to audit grant award funds.

Treasurer Name:

Email: Ph
one Number:

Mailing Ad
dress:

Signature
: Date:

3. Other P
roject Team Member - List additional neighborhood residents who will work on this project and what their responsibilities will be? (i.e., coordinating volunteers, outreach to residents, creation of marketing materials, etc.)
Name:

Email: Ph
one Number:

Mailing Ad
dress:

Signature
: Date:
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Neighborhood Grant Program
2026 Project Budget Form
Please list the project’s projected expenses using the form below. All expense-related activities listed on your application must be included in this budget form. Note: This is a reimbursement grant. All eligible receipts and invoices showing payment must be submitted for reimbursement within 30 days of project/event conclusion and no later than December 31, 2026.

Project Expenses
Activity Estimated Costs

1. $

2. $

3. $

4. $

5. $

6. $

7. $

8. $

9. $

10. $
Estimated Total Expenses $
Amount Requested from the City of Sunnyvale $

Block Party - Summer with Games
2000
Holiday Winter Event
500
2500.00
2000
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NeighborhoodGrant ProgramApplicationCalendarYear
2026
ApplicationDeadlinefor FallCycle(#1): Friday, October 10,2025, by5p.m. ",t at
o
Sunnyvale
Thank youforyour interest intheNeighborhoodGrant Program. Please thoroughlyreviewthegrant guidelines andeligibilitycriteriatodetermineifyourgroupqualifiesforfunding,availablehere(need linkto guidelines document).

Grantdecisionsarebased upon acompetitive reviewprocess;this applicationandanyattachments are intendedto betheprimarysubject of evaluatingyour grant proposal.TheCitywillacceptapplications throughFriday,October10,2025,by5p.m. Applicantswillbenotified of awarddecisionsinJan./Feb.2026.

Forquestions, [email protected] call408-730-7599.

Complete applications may be submitted inthefollowingways:

MailorDrop OffinPerson:

SunnyvaleCommunityCenter(RecreationCenter Front Desk)
Attn: RecreationServicesAdministration
550 E. Remington Dr.,SunnyvaleCA94087
Email:[email protected]
Name of NeighborhoodGroup or Association: CherryChase Neighborhood Association Nameof IndividualSubmittingApplication: shreesale
l: Phone:

Nameof Proposed Project: Arrange communityevents to bringneighborstogether Funding Level:

Neighborhood Grant
TierLevel #Households Maximum Funding
Tier1 Under250 $1,500
Tier2 251- 499 $3,000
Tier3 500&Over $5,000
Grant Amount Requestingfromthe Cityof Sunnyvale (see details above): $000 Based onthetotalnumberof households,whichtierdoesyourNeighborhoodGroup or Association fallunder? Q Tier1(under250 households) ( Tier2 (251-499) G) Tier3(500& Over) Describe how thetotal numberof householdsinyour NeighborhoodGroup orAssociationiscalculated.

Our NeighborhoodAssociation represents all households located within the defined boundaries of Mary Avenue, BlairAvenue, Remington Drive, and South Knickerbocker Drive. Based on city planning maps and residential counts within these borders, thereare approximately 1,325 households in total.

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Neighborhood Group/Association Background

1. When was your neighborhood group or association formed and why? The Cherry Chase Neighborhood Association was established in 2012 to encourage community interactions. Its objectives are safety, cleanliness, and promoting relationships among residents through activities like potlucks, garden exchanges, and social events.
1a. What are the geographic boundaries of your group, including which Council District? Our community is defined by the boundaries of Blair Avenue, South Knickerbocker Drive, Remington Drive, and Mary Avenue, located within Council District 1. We are a diverse and engaged neighborhood, collaborating through organized events and initiatives designed to foster stronger communal relationships.

Project Description

2. Describe your proposed project and/or event.

Our proposedprojectf ocuses on strengthening community connections and engagement in Cherry Chase wí/1expand our annual Greenmanor Park neighborhood party with new events funded by a $5,000grant. These includeschool andpark clean ups, a Februaryf ree-cycling event, aplant exchange for neighbors and Sunnyvale Food Growers members, mini farmers' markets or street fairs featuring local businesses and artists. We'll also add kid-friendly activities- such as free ice cream andgames for children of all ages, to make ourgatherings more family-oriented. In addition, weplan to install dog waste stations throughout the neighborhood. Our goal is to increaseparticipation, empower new community leaders, and deepenpersonal connections through more face-to-face interactions, building a more engaged Cherry Chase community.
2a. How will it benefitthe residents in your neighborhood and/or your neighborhood association? • Thisproject wí/1strengthen the sense of belonging in Cherry Chase by creating opportunities for neighbors to connect through shared experiences. Expanded neighborhood events, park and school clean-ups, free-cycling, andplant and seed exchanges encourage residents to care for shared spaces and support one another. • Family-friendly activities like free ice cream and games for kids of all ages will engage all generations, fosteringjoy and connection. Local businesses and artists wí/1alsogain opportunities to showcase their work, adding vibrancy to the neighborhood. • By investing time in each other, Cherry Chase residents build lasting relationships, support one another's families, and create astronger, more connected, and caring community for years tocome.

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2b. How many people orhouseholdsareexpectedtoattendorbenefitfromthe projectorevent? Our annual neighborhood party and new initiatives aim toinvolve and benefit many of Cherry Chase's 1,300+households. These events help neighbors connect,participate, and strengthen community pride.

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2c. Describeyour outreach planto generate awareness andsupport forthe project/event.

We wí/1promote our events usingp osters, postcards sponsored by realtor Shirley Franz, and online channels like theCCNA Google Group, Facebook, and Nextdoor. Street ambassadors will also reach out directly to keep neighbors informed and engaged in community activities all year.

3. Describe how yourproject and/orevent focuses onone or moreof thefollowing areas:
• Increase communication among neighbors
• Buildbridges betweencultures
• Improve the physical condition of theneighborhood
• Enhance neighborhood pride and identity
Our project addresses multiple key areas of community impact:
• Increase communicationamong neighbors: Holding the annualparty at Greenmanor Park and organizing events likeplant exchanges, markets, and streetf airs offerplenty of chances to connect. Street ambassadors and leadership roles support ongoing dialogue and relationships.
• Buildbridges between cultures: Cherry Chase residents will unite through community activities, food, and local arts events, fostering understanding, appreciation, and cultural exchange among residents.
• Improve the physical condition of the neighborhood: Clean-ups, Dumpster Weekend, and dog waste stations wí/1improve Cherry Chase's appearance, safety, and cleanliness.

4. How willyou determine the completed project and/or event was a success? Success wí/1be assessed through metrics such as participation rates in the annual Greenmanor Parkparty andyear-round events, thedevelopment of new neighborhood leadership, and favorable feedback from attendees. Further indicators include enhancements in cleanliness and public spaces, increased cohesion among residents, and ongoing community engagement, all of which demonstrate elevatedpride, involvement, and mutual support within Cherry Chase.

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Project Plan&Timeline

5. Use the chart below and list the specific activities needed to carry out your project and/or event including an estimated date of completion for each activity.

Activity Person(s) Responsible CompletionDate
(MO/YR)
Example: Create flier/email for barbecue JaneSmith 08/25 09/26

1. Annual Greenmanor Manor Park neighborhood
party
i 12/26

2. School and park clean-ups at Cherry Chase
Elementary, Sunnyvale Middle, and local park
2/26

3. "Dumpster Weekend" reimagined as a free-
cycling event
4/26

4. Plant & Seed exchange for neighbors within
the Cherry Chase Neighborhood Association
members
12/26

5. Mini farmers' markets or street fairs featuring
local businesses and artists.
6/26

6. Addition of dog waste stations
12/26

7.WinterParty

8. 9.

10. 11.

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ProjectTeam
While you may have many community members working on this project and/or event, project team leads will be critical to the project's success. Pleasenotethat eachmemberof the project teamwillneed tosignthe applicationacknowledgingtheircommitment tothisproject.

1. Project Leader-The Project Leader serves as the primary point of contact for the grant application process. The Project Leader also has fiduciary responsibilities and is responsible for submitting afinal project report to the City. Thefinal report, including eligible receipts and invoices showing payment is due within 30 days of project/event conclusion and no laterthan December 31, 2026.

Project LeaderName: _
Email: m PhoneNumber:

Mailing Address:

Signature: - - ------- - Date:10/7/2025 _

2. CCNALEAD-The treasurer tracks expenses, files receipts, oversees the budget and submits afinal financial report to the City. The Project Leader may also serve as the Project Treasurer. Note: The City of Sunnyvale reserves the right to auditgrant award funds.

Treasurerl ame;
Email: Phone Number:

Mailing Address:

Signature: Date:10/7/2025

3. OtherProjectTeam Member- List additional neighborhood residents who willwork on this project and what their responsibilities will be? (i.e., coordinating volunteers,outreachto residents,creation of marketing materials,
Number: _
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• NeighborhoodGrant Program2026 s
ProjectBudgetForm
Please list the project's projected expenses using theform below. All expense-related activities lists437} "ale application must beincluded in this budget form. Note:Thisisareimbursement grant.Alleligiblereceipts andinvoicesshowingpayment mustbesubmittedforreimbursementwithin30daysof project/event conclusionand no laterthan December31, 2026.

ProjectExpenses
Activity EstimatedCosts
$1200

1. Annual Greenmanor Park neighborhood party
Activities include, free ice cream, face painting, arts fair featurinq local artists

2. School and park clean-ups at Cherry Chase Elementary, $500 Sunnyvale Middle, and local park ((bags for collection throughout the year)

3. Dumpster Weekend" reimagined as a free-cycling event $200

4. Plant exchange for neighbors and Sunnyvale Food Growers $300 members

5. Addition of dog waste stations $1000

6. CCNA mini farmers market, tents and trash bins $800

7. CCNA winter party (Decorate gingerbread houses) $1000

8. $

9. $

10. $
EstimatedTotal Expenses $5,000
Amount Requestedfromthe Cityof Sunnyvale $5,000
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Neighborhood Grant Program Application
Calendar Year 2026
Application Deadline for Fall Cycle (#1): Friday, October 10, 2025, by 5 p.m.

Thank y
ou for your interest in the Neighborhood Grant Program. Please thoroughly review the grant guidelines and eligibility criteria to determine if your group qualifies for funding, available here (need link to guidelines document).

For questions, email [email protected] or call 408-730-7599.

Compl
ete applications may be submitted in the following ways:

Mail or Drop Off in Person:

Name
of Individual Submitting Application:

Individua
l’s Email: Phone:

Name of
Proposed Project:

Fund
ing Level:

Neighborhood Grant
Tier Level # Households Maximum Funding
Tier 1 Under 250 $1,500
Tier 2 251 – 499 $3,000
Tier 3 500 & Over $5,000
Grant Amount Requesting from the City of Sunnyvale (see det ails abo ve): $ Based on the total number of households, which tier does your Neighborhood Group or Association fall under? Tier 1 (under 250 households) Tier 2 (251-499) Tier 3 (500 & Over) Describe how the total number of households in your Neighborhood Group or Association is calculated.

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Neighborhood Group/Association Background

1. When wa
s your neighborhood group or association formed and why? 1a. What are the geographic boundaries of your group, including which Council District? Project Description

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2c. Describe your outreach plan to generate awareness and support for the project/event.

4. How will you determine the completed project and/or event was a success?

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Project Plan & Timeline

5. Use the chart below and list the specific activities needed to carry out your project and/or event including an estimated date of completion for each activity.

Activity Person(s) Responsible Completion Date
(MO/YR)
Example: Create flier/email for barbecue Jane Smith 08/25

1. 2.

3. 4.

5. 6.

7. 8.

9. 10.

11. 12.

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Project Leader Name:

Email:

Mailin
Signat

2. Treasurer
- The treasurer tracks expenses, files receipts, oversees the budget and submits a final financial report to the City. The Project Leader may also serve as the Project Treasurer. Note: The City of Sunnyvale reserves the right to audit grant award funds.

Treasur
Email:

Mailing
Signatur

3. Other Pr
oject Team Member - List additional neighborhood residents who will work on this project and what their responsibilities will be? (i.e., coordinating volunteers, outreach to residents, creation of marketing materials, etc.)
Name:

Email: Pho
ne Number:

Mailing Add
ress:

Signature:

Date:

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Project Expenses
Activity Estimated Costs

1. $

2. $

3. $

4. $

5. $

6. $

7. $

8. $

9. $

10. $
Estimated Total Expenses $
Amount Requested from the City of Sunnyvale $

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Neighborhood Grant Program Application
Calendar Year 2026
Application Deadline for Fall Cycle (#1): Friday, October 10, 2025, by 5 p.m.

Thank y
ou for your interest in the Neighborhood Grant Program. Please thoroughly review the grant guidelines and eligibility criteria to determine if your group qualifies for funding, available here (need link to guidelines document).

For questions, email [email protected] or call 408-730-7599.

Compl
ete applications may be submitted in the following ways:

Mail or Drop Off in Person:

Name
of Individual Submitting Application:

Individua
l’s Email: Phone:

Name of
Proposed Project:

Fund
ing Level:

Neighborhood Grant
Tier Level # Households Maximum Funding
Tier 1 Under 250 $1,500
Tier 2 251 – 499 $3,000
Tier 3 500 & Over $5,000
Grant Amount Requesting from the City of Sunnyvale (see det ails abo ve): $ Based on the total number of households, which tier does your Neighborhood Group or Association fall under? Tier 1 (under 250 households) Tier 2 (251-499) Tier 3 (500 & Over) Describe how the total number of households in your Neighborhood Group or Association is calculated.

Heritage District Association
Herritage Arch Building Community Events
636 Households have been counted by using Google Maps. Here is our Association map with counts per zone.
https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?hl=en&mid=1nJgDjPs8fFEX6KJkuyUcMGx38RsFbng m&ll=37.37232513446726%2C-122.0266383&z=16
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Neighborhood Group/Association Background

1. When wa
s your neighborhood group or association formed and why? 1a. What are the geographic boundaries of your group, including which Council District? Project Description

2. Describe your proposed project and/or event.
2a. How will it benefit the residents in your neighborhood and/or your neighborhood association? 2b. How many people or households are expected to attend or benefit from t he project or event? We formed our Association in 2022 with the mission to connect neighbors, enrich the community aesthetics, and highlight our cultural diversity through block parties, community decorating events, and host family-focused meetups.

Sunnyvale Rd to Fair Oaks, Old San Francisco to Evelyn Rd.

Map: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?hl=en&mid=1IqzR4qknPQC- KWWiIQSVCgb8CkLBkJhq&ll=37.372274034467154%2C-122.0264438&z=16 The Heritage Arches Project is a community-led initiative to build and install a series of lighted arches along the sidewalks of the Heritage Neighborhood. Over the course of three community build events, residents will come together to design, assemble, and decorate illuminated arches that line the streets during the holiday season. Beyond beautifying our neighborhood, these gatherings serve as opportunities for families and neighbors to connect, collaborate, and create lasting memories. The project’s ultimate goal is to strengthen community ties while creating a warm, festive, and welcoming environment that can be enjoyed by all.

The Heritage Arches project enhances both the visual and social fabric of our community.

Residents have shared that the lighted arches encouraged families to walk together more often, meet new neighbors, and experience a renewed sense of belonging and pride in the neighborhood. The installations transform our streets into a destination that fosters connection, joy, and safety during the darker months. The building events themselves further strengthen community bonds by giving neighbors the opportunity to work side by side toward a shared, creative goal—helping residents feel more invested in and proud of their neighborhood.

Estimated 150 households:

Last year’s effort drew roughly 50+ hands on participants over three build events and illuminated 75 households, an increase from 70 the previous year. With expanded outreach and community awareness, we anticipate engaging 50–100 additional households this year. In total, approximately 150 households will benefit directly through participation, installation, or enhanced neighborhood connection. Indirectly, hundreds of residents and visitors will enjoy the lighted displays while walking or driving through the community during the holiday season.

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2c. Describe your outreach plan to generate awareness and support for the project/event.

4. How will you determine the completed project and/or event was a success?

Our outreach strategy combines personal, digital, and community-based methods to maximize participation. We will:
• Post announcements and updates on Nextdoor and neighborhood social media channels. • Distribute flyers on utility posts and through door-to-door invitations led by our block captains.
• Share photos and testimonials from prior years to inspire involvement. • Personally invite new residents and families who have recently moved into the neighborhood.

This grassroots approach has proven highly effective in past years and ensures broad awareness, engagement, and ownership across all parts of the Heritage community. - Increased communication: The Heritage Arches project brings neighbors together through hands-on build events where they meet, collaborate, and form new friendships. These shared experiences inspire more residents to come outside, walk together, and engage in meaningful conversations, strengthening neighborhood communication and connection.
- Building bridges between cultures: This inclusive project welcomes participation from all backgrounds and is not tied to any specific culture or religion. Working together toward a shared creative goal helps build understanding and unity among our diverse community members. - Improving the physical condition of the neighborhood: The lighted arches enhance the visual appeal and atmosphere of our neighborhood, encouraging evening walks and outdoor activity. Their presence inspires residents to take pride in their homes and surroundings, creating a more vibrant and cared-for community.
- Enhancing neighborhood pride and identity: The arches have become a symbol of togetherness and creativity, instilling a renewed sense of pride and belonging. Many neighbors have expressed how this project rekindled their love for the community and strengthened the shared identity of Heritage Neighborhood.

The success of the Heritage Arches Project will be measured through both participation and community impact. Key indicators include:

1. Household signups for arches – Goal of 50 new households (compared to 75 new households last year).

2. Volunteer participation – Goal of 40 residents assisting in arch-building events (last year 50).

3. Arches completed and displayed – Goal of 150 total installations (last year 125).

4. Community engagement – Increased evening foot traffic and positive neighbor feedback, observed through photos, comments, and conversations shared during and after the events.

These measures will help us evaluate both the tangible results and the broader sense of connection and pride that the project has created.

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Project Plan & Timeline

5. Use the chart below and list the specific activities needed to carry out your project and/or event including an estimated date of completion for each activity.

Activity Person(s) Responsible Completion Date
(MO/YR)
Example: Create flier/email for barbecue Jane Smith 08/25

1. 2.

3. 4.

5. 6.

7. 8.

9. 10.

11. 12.

Identify Volunteer leads
Volunteer kickoff meeting
Distribute Fliers
Arch Building workshops
Install arches
Submit Receipts
11/10
11/15
11/15-12/1
Dec 6,7, 13
12/20- 12/31
11/19-12/20
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Project Leader Name:

Email: Ph
one Number:

Mailing Add
ress:

Signature
: Date:

Treasurer Name
Email: ber
:

Mailing Ad
dress:

Signature
: Date:

Email: Ph
one Number
Mailing Ad
dress:

Signature
: Date:
10/10/2025
10/10/2025
10/10/2025
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Project Expenses
Activity Estimated Costs

1. $

2. $

3. $

4. $

5. $

6. $

7. $

8. $

9. $

10. $
Estimated Total Expenses $
Amount Requested from the City of Sunnyvale $

Arches (~150): PVC Pipes, Lights, rebar, velcro, Zip ties, extension cables 2,500
Replacement parts to repair prior arches
250
Food for 3 events
400
Operations (fliers, decorations, ink, pens, tape)
150
Volunteer Tshirts for those volunteering 3 times
900
4,300
4,200
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Neighborhood Grant Program Application
Calendar Year 2026
Application Deadline for Fall Cycle (#1): Friday, October 10, 2025, by 5 p.m.

Thank you for your interest in the Neighborhood Grant Program. Please thoroughly review the grant guidelines and eligibility criteria to determine if your group qualifies for funding, available here (need link to guidelines document).

For questions, email [email protected] or call 408-730-7599.

Complete applications may be submitted in the following ways:

Mail or Drop Off in Person:

Name of Individual Submitting Application
Individual’s Email: Phone:

Name of Proposed Project:

Funding Level:

Neighborhood Grant
Tier Level # Households Maximum Funding
Tier 1 Under 250 $1,500
Tier 2 251 – 499 $3,000
Tier 3 500 & Over $5,000
Grant Amount Requesting from the City of Sunnyvale(see details above): $ Based on the total number of households, which tier does your Neighborhood Group or Association fall under? Tier 1 (under 250 households) Tier 2 (251-499) Tier 3 (500 & Over) Describe how the total number of households in your Neighborhood Group or Association is calculated.

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Neighborhood Group/Association Background

1. When was your neighborhood group or association formed and why? 1a. What are the geographic boundaries of your group, including which Council District? Project Description

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2c. Describe your outreach plan to generate awareness and support for the project/event.

3. Describe how your project and/or event focuses on one or more of the following areas:

Increase communication among neighbors
Build bridges between cultures
Improve the physical condition of the neighborhood
Enhance neighborhood pride and identity

4. How will you determine the completed project and/or event was a success?

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Project Plan & Timeline

5. Use the chart below and list the specific activities needed to carry out your project and/or event including an estimated date of completion for each activity.

Activity Person(s) Responsible Completion Date
(MO/YR)
Example: Create flier/email for barbecue Jane Smith 08/25

1. 2.

3. 4.

5. 6.

7. 8.

9. 10.

11. 12.

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Project Leader Name:

Email: Phone Number:

Mailing Address:

Signature: Date:

2. Treasurer - The treasurer tracks expenses, files receipts, oversees the budget and submits a final financial report to the City. The Project Leader may also serve as the Project Treasurer. Note: The City of Sunnyvale reserves the right to audit grant award funds.

Treasurer Name:

Email: Phone Number:

Mailing Address:

Signature: Date:

3. Other Project Team Member - List additional neighborhood residents who will work on this project and what their responsibilities will be? (i.e., coordinating volunteers, outreach to residents, creation of marketing materials, etc.)
Name
Email: Phone Number:

Mailing Address:

Signature: Date:

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Project Expenses
Activity Estimated Costs

1. $

2. $

3. $

4. $

5. $

6. $

7. $

8. $

9. $

10. $
Estimated Total Expenses $
Amount Requested from the City of Sunnyvale $
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Neighborhood Grant Program Application
Calendar Year 2026
Application Deadline for Fall Cycle (#1): Friday, October 10, 2025, by 5 p.m.

For questions, email [email protected] or call 408-730-7599.

Complet
e applications may be submitted in the following ways:

Mail or Drop Off in Person:

Name o
f Individual Submitting Application:

Individual
’s Email: Phone:

Name of P
roposed Project:

Fundi
ng Level:

Murphy District Association
Community Events
5,000
Around 800
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Neighborhood Group/Association Background

1. When wa
s your neighborhood group or association formed and why? 1a. What are the geographic boundaries of your group, including which Council District? Project Description

2. Describe your proposed project and/or event.
2a. How will it benefit the residents in your neighborhood and/or your neighborhood association? 2b. How many people or households are expected to attend or benefit from t he project or event? The Murphy District Assocations was formed in 2021 to bring community together We cover from Evenlyn to Maude, Mathilda to Fair Oaks. Distict 3 I have a series of events I would like to try in 2026.

1. Craft & Games Nights
Focus: Communication, neighborhood pride/identity.

Purpose: Relaxed, low-pressure environment for neighbors to interact through collaborative crafts/games.

Implementation: Quarterly/monthly; activity stations; rotating “Community Craft.” Key Outcomes: Regular social connection + visible tokens of neighborhood identity.

2. Community Supper
Focus: Communication, cultural bridges.

Purpose: Use food to foster cross-cultural exchange and deeper conversations.

Implementation: Potluck with heritage dishes; communal tables with conversation cards; “Cultural Exchange Corner.”
Key Outcomes: Positive cultural exchange, new social bonds, appreciation of diversity.

3. Spookyvale
Focus: Neighborhood pride, physical improvement.

Purpose: High-energy Halloween-centered event that encourages beautification and festive participation.

Implementation: Shine-Up Day cleanup; decorating contest; neighborhood-wide trick-or-treat/walk.

Key Outcomes: Improved aesthetics, stronger traditions, pride through creative visibility.

4. Holiday Party (Winter Celebration)
Neighborhood Engagement Events Proposal
This proposal outlines four community events designed to foster connection, celebrate cultural diversity, and enhance neighborhood identity throughout the year. Each event is strategically structured to achieve maximum impact on the defined focus areas.

1. Craft & Games Nights
Focus Areas: Increase communication among neighbors, Enhance neighborhood pride and identity.

Purpose: The primary purpose of the Craft & Games Nights is to cultivate a low-pressure, relaxed social environment where neighbors from diverse ages and backgrounds can comfortably interact. By engaging in collaborative activities, such as working on puzzles, playing board games, or participating in simple crafts, the event naturally promotes conversation. This shared focus on a creative or recreational task serves as a powerful icebreaker, ensuring positive experiences and strengthening the foundational social fabric of the community.

Implementation:

Structure: Hosted quarterly (or monthly) at a common location (e.g., community room, park pavilion).

Communication: Activity stations (puzzles, card games, simple crafts like button-making or adult coloring) require close proximity and shared focus, acting as natural conversation starters.

Pride & Identity: A rotating "Community Craft" station will create small, visible improvements or mementos for the neighborhood (e.g., decorating wooden stakes for a community garden, painting kindness rocks, or making neighborhood-themed coasters). Participants leave with a tangible sign of collective effort.

Key Outcomes: Establishment of consistent, low-barrier social opportunities; creation of small, visible tokens of neighborhood identity.

2. Community Supper
Focus Areas: Increase communication among neighbors, Build bridges between cultures.

Purpose: To use the universal connector of food to gather a broad cross-section of the neighborhood, encouraging cultural exchange and fostering deep, meaningful conversations.

Implementation:

Structure: A collaborative potluck-style event where neighbors are explicitly asked to bring a dish that represents their family or cultural heritage.

Communication: Communal dining tables and assigned "conversation starter" cards on each table (e.g., "What is your favorite local memory?") ensure residents interact beyond their immediate circles.

Cultural Bridges: A dedicated "Cultural Exchange Corner" where neighbors can share a brief story about their dish, its origin, or a family tradition associated with it. This fosters appreciation and understanding, transforming perceived differences into celebrated assets.

Key Outcomes: Direct, positive cultural exchange; establishment of new cross-cultural social bonds; shared understanding of neighborhood diversity.

3. Spookyvale
Focus Areas: Enhance neighborhood pride and identity, Improve the physical condition of the neighborhood.

Purpose: To rally the community around a fun, high-energy event that encourages creative, visible neighborhood participation and collective beautification efforts.

Implementation:

Structure: A coordinated neighborhood-wide decorating and event effort centered around Halloween.

Physical Improvement: Launch a "Neighborhood Shine-Up Day" one week prior, focused on pruning, clearing debris, and general yard maintenance, allowing houses to look their best before the decorations go up.

Pride & Identity: Organize a "Best Decorated House Contest" with public voting via flyers or a simple online poll. This encourages residents to invest creative energy into their homes, boosting curb appeal and creating a unified, festive atmosphere. The event itself (e.g., a centralized trick-or-treat staging area or a neighborhood walk) provides a shared, memorable annual tradition.

Key Outcomes: Increased visible neighborhood aesthetic; creation of a strong, positive, shared annual tradition; increased friendly neighborhood visibility.

4. Holiday Party (Winter Celebration)
Focus Areas: Increase communication among neighbors, Build bridges between cultures.

Purpose: To conclude the year with a celebratory event that ensures inclusivity, recognizes the year's community accomplishments, and provides a warm opportunity for year-end connection.

Implementation:

Structure: A themed, indoor social event that focuses on winter celebration rather than specific religious holidays to ensure maximum cultural inclusion.

Communication: Features a "Neighbor Recognition" moment to publicly thank volunteers and organizers, reinforcing positive engagement and encouraging future participation. Music and refreshments foster a celebratory, relaxed environment for mingling.

Cultural Bridges: Incorporate diverse traditions through activities like a "Winter Lights Display" slideshow showing how different cultures celebrate the season, or a craft station focused on making universal winter decorations. This validates varied experiences within the neighborhood context.

Key Outcomes: Strengthened social networks during the holiday season; recognition of community efforts; demonstration of cultural sensitivity and inclusion. 500+ for each event
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2c. Describe your outreach plan to generate awareness and support for the project/event.

4. How will you determine the completed project and/or event was a success?

1. Physical Flyers/Posters with QR codes High Visibility & Local Trust.

2. Door-to-Door Invitations Personalization & Communication.

3. Digital Platforms (Email/Social Media/ Whatsapp group)

1. Increase communication among neighbors Our events are intentionally structured to create low-barrier, comfortable opportunities for neighbors to meet, talk, and build connections. 2. Build bridges between cultures Food, traditions, and celebrations are woven into our programming to highlight the cultural diversity of the Murphy District.

The Community Supper invites residents to bring dishes that reflect their heritage and share the stories behind them, transforming cultural differences into celebrated assets. Similarly, the Holiday Party incorporates inclusive winter traditions from multiple cultures, ensuring everyone feels represented and valued.

Success will be determined by looking beyond simple attendance figures and focusing directly on the goals of communication and cultural inclusion. The Community Dinner will be deemed successful by achieving high attendance across all neighborhood sectors and demonstrating measurable cultural participation, confirmed by a wide variety of unique, heritage-based dishes contributed by neighbors. The Holiday Gathering is successful if it fosters high, sustained engagement (meaning neighbors stay and mingle throughout the event) and yields positive feedback confirming the celebration was inclusive and sensitive to all cultural backgrounds. The ultimate proof lies in the qualitative data gathered afterward, where neighbors confirm they feel better connected and are eager to participate in future community events.

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Project Plan & Timeline

5. Use the chart below and list the specific activities needed to carry out your project and/or event including an estimated date of completion for each activity.

Activity Person(s) Responsible Completion Date
(MO/YR)
Example: Create flier/email for barbecue Jane Smith 08/25

1. 2.

3. 4.

5. 6.

7. 8.

9. 10.

11. 12.

QR codes, short links, printing and flyers for
Community Dinner
Print letters and drop off to neighbors for
community dinner
Rent tables and chairs, table settings and
other logitics
Coordinator some food and drink from local
businesses
QR codes, short links, printing and flyers for
Holiday Gathering
Print letters and drop off to neighbors for
community dinner
Order kits for cookies
Order kits for ornaments making
Coordinate with a santa and instgramable
setting
Coordinate a gift giving
Kids activities & snow machine
4/20/05
4/20/05
4/20/05
4/20/05
10/1/26
10/1/26
10/1/26
10/1/26
11/1/26
11/1/26
11/1/26
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Project Leader Name:

Email: Ph
one Number:

Mailing Add
ress
Signature
:

Treasurer Name
Em Ph
one Number:

Mailing Ad
dress:

Signature
: Date:

Mailing Ad
dress:

Signature
: Date:

QR codes, printing and flyers
9/27/25
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Project Expenses
Activity Estimated Costs

1. $

2. $

3. $

4. $

5. $

6. $

7. $

8. $

9. $

10. $
Estimated Total Expenses $
Amount Requested from the City of Sunnyvale $

Community Dinner - Invitatations letters & flyers & signs 250
Community Dinner - Rental Tables, chairs
2500
Community Dinner - plates, cups, utensils
1000
Community Dinner - Water, juice, soda
300
Community Dinner - Napkins, flowers, wristbands, games
600
Holiday Gathering - QR codes, printing flyers & letters, signs 250
Holiday Gathering - Snowglobe & Santa
860
Holiday Gathering - Kids activities
350
Holiday Gathering - Kits for DYI cookie decorating and ornament making 2300
Holiday Gathering - Hot chocolate bar ( machine, cups, toppings, mix, etc)
700
9110
5000
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Neighborhood Grant Program Application
Calendar Year 2026
Application Deadline for Fall Cycle (#1): Friday, October 10, 2025, by 5 p.m.

Thank y
ou for your interest in the Neighborhood Grant Program. Please thoroughly review the grant guidelines and eligibility criteria to determine if your group qualifies for funding, available here (need link to guidelines document).

For questions, email [email protected] or call 408-730-7599.

Compl
ete applications may be submitted in the following ways:

Mail or Drop Off in Person:

Name
of Individual Submitting Application:

Individua
l’s Email: Phone:

Name of
Proposed Project:

Fund
ing Level:

Neighborhood Grant
Tier Level # Households Maximum Funding
Tier 1 Under 250 $1,500
Tier 2 251 – 499 $3,000
Tier 3 500 & Over $5,000
Grant Amount Requesting from the City of Sunnyvale (see det ails abo ve): $ Based on the total number of households, which tier does your Neighborhood Group or Association fall under? Tier 1 (under 250 households) Tier 2 (251-499) Tier 3 (500 & Over) Describe how the total number of households in your Neighborhood Group or Association is calculated.

Ortega Park Neighborhood Association (OPNA)
To promote community involvement and participation by the members. To establish and maintain an adequate line of communication between the City of Sunnyvale - its programs, processes and governance - and the residents of the community. To educate members of the community on issues and events. To promote safety in the neighborhood and to help keep the area clean and attractive. To provide a forum for the discussion of issues related to the neighborhood.

Neighborhood programs and socials
3000
Based on members registered in the OPNA mailing list, whatsapp group and nextdoor groups.

According to nextdoor, OPNA boundary includes 3532 neighbors and OPNA mailing list has approx. 800 members with up to 2 members per household.

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Neighborhood Group/Association Background

1. When wa
s your neighborhood group or association formed and why? 1a. What are the geographic boundaries of your group, including which Council District? Project Description

2. Describe your proposed project and/or event.
2a. How will it benefit the residents in your neighborhood and/or your neighborhood association? 2b. How many people or households are expected to attend or benefit from t he project or event? OPNA was formed in January 2005 so that residents of Ortega Park could have a voice in decisions affecting our neighborhood, and to promote communication, civic engagement, education, development of Ortega Park neighborhood.

OPNA is in District 3 and its boundaries are Ortega Park proximity, approximated between Wolfe Road, Fremont Ave, Sunnyvale/Saratoga Road and Homestead Road including some overlap with Panama Park Neighborhood Association(PPNA).

1. National Night out events raised awareness of our neighborhood association and it is a very popular event which has lots of members participating in it.

2. Regular/Holiday Potlucks - To encourage neighbors become more connected with each other and meet regularly.

3. Workshops - Host workshops on different topics of interest affecting the neighborhood and city
Each of these projects or events can enhance community involvement, improve local spaces, and foster a sense of belonging among residents.

Potluck with food, games, and activities will strengthen community bonds and allow residents to meet and socialize.

Workshops will educate and raise awareness in the community 100-300 people across 50-300 households who attend each of the event.

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2c. Describe your outreach plan to generate awareness and support for the project/event.

4. How will you determine the completed project and/or event was a success?

Through our mailing list, poster/flyer at the ortega park and whatsapp/nextdoor neighborhood groups
The projects were chosen from suggestions submitted by members of OPNA. Email was sent out to all NA members requesting input. Many neighbors loved the idea of coming out together to meet and socialize with neighbors - known and new - over ice cream socials, potlucks, cultural celebrations and planting trees etc. From the positive responses we have heard, many feel this would be a great way to celebrate people/cultures and meet even more neighbors and establish relationships, including with public safety and city officials.

A turnout of 50+ from the neighborhood at any of these events would be considered successful and in reality we get much more in attendance.

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Project Plan & Timeline

5. Use the chart below and list the specific activities needed to carry out your project and/or event including an estimated date of completion for each activity.

Activity Person(s) Responsible Completion Date
(MO/YR)
Example: Create flier/email for barbecue Jane Smith 08/25

1. 2.

3. 4.

5. 6.

7. 8.

9. 10.

11. 12.

President
President
Secretary
Secretary
President
Neighborhood Volunteers
Identify dates for NNO and events via polling
by emails, roughly one every 3 months
Reserve Park Room / Picnic tables for Desired
Date/Times
Email out Flyers
Get headcount from members through a poll
on potential participants and volunteers
Place Event in Neighborhood Association
group Calendar and schedule advance email
notifications
Organize events
2/15/26
3/15/26
5/15/26
5/30/26
6/15/26
5/30/26
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Project Leader Name:

Email: Pho
ne Number:

Mailing Addre
s
Signature:

Date:

2. Treasurer
- The treasurer tracks expenses, files receipts, oversees the budget and submits a final financial report to the City. The Project Leader may also serve as the Project Treasurer. Note: The City of Sunnyvale reserves the right to audit grant award funds.

Treasurer Name
Email: Pho
ne Number:

Mailing Add
ress:

Signature:

Date:

3. Other Pr
oject Team Member - List additional neighborhood residents who will work on this project and what their responsibilities will be? (i.e., coordinating volunteers, outreach to residents, creation of marketing materials, etc.)
Name:

Email: Pho
ne Number:

Mailing Add
ress:

Signature:

Date:
10/10/2025
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0 10/10/2025
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Project Expenses
Activity Estimated Costs

1. $

2. $

3. $

4. $

5. $

6. $

7. $

8. $

9. $

10. $
Estimated Total Expenses $
Amount Requested from the City of Sunnyvale $

Catered Refreshments & Beverage (including Coffee & Ice cream) 3000
Flyers, Banner and Decorations
500
Volunteer Hours (valued at $34.79/hour, per IndependentSector.org) 3479
Donated Materials/Services (food, supplies, equipment)
500
7479
3000
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1 Neighborhood Grant Program
Application Calendar Year 2026
Application Deadline for Fall Cycle (#1): Friday, October 10, 2025, by 5 p.m.

Thank you for your interest in the Neighborhood Grant Program. Please make sure you thoroughly review the grant guidelines and eligibility criteria to determine if your group qualifies for funding. Grant decisions are based upon a competitive review process; this application and any attachments are intended to be the primary subject of evaluating your grant proposal. The City will accept applications through Friday, October 10, 2025, by 5 p.m. Applicants will be notified of award decisions in Jan./Feb. 2026. For questions, email [email protected] or call 408-730-7599.

Complete applications may be submitted in the following ways:

Mail or Drop Off in Person:

Sunnyvale Community Center (Recreation Center Front Desk) Attn: Recreation Services Administration
550 E. Remington Dr., Sunnyvale CA 94087
Email: [email protected]
Name of Neighborhood Group or Association: Sunnyvale Neighbors of Arbor Including La Linda, (AKA SNAIL)
Name of Individual Submitting Application
Email: Phone:

Name of Proposed Project: National Night Out (NNO) International Potluck Funding Level:

Neighborhood Grant
Tier Level # Households Maximum Funding
Tier 1 Under 250 $1,500
Tier 2 251 499 $3,000
Tier 3 500 & Over $5,000
Grant Amount Requesting from the City of Sunnyvale (see details above): $ 5,000 Based on the total number of households, which tier does your Neighborhood Group or Association fall under?
Tier 1 (under 250 households) Tier 2 (251-499) Tier 3 (500 & Over) Describe how the total number of households in your Neighborhood Group or Association is calculated.

The number of households has increased in the last few years to include the two new housing complexes on San Aleso.

SNAIL community now has over 1,600 households with 651 apartments in 6 complexes. We do not have a residents count in these apartments
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2 Neighborhood Group/Association Background

1. When was your neighborhood group or association formed and why? -family homes.

In 1995, a group of neighbors living between Borregas and Mathilda Avenues formed the Sunnyvale Neighbors of Arbor, Including La Linda (SNAIL) as a neighborhood association covering approximately 300 households.

SNAIL was initially formed to address the issues of neighborhood preservation/absentee landlord issues, Moffett Airfield usage and air traffic control.
1a. What are the geographic boundaries of your group, including which Council District? SNAIL is in the heart of District 5.

SNAIL's boundaries are Fair Oaks, Mathilda, Maude,
and Ahwanee Avenues, and includes Columbia
Middle School, Colombia Neighborhood Community
Center, Pacific Autism Center for Education, and
Columbia Park.

Project Description

2. Describe your proposed project and/or event.

We wish to continue the tradition of offering to our
SNAIL community our traditional summer BBQ party
celebrated during National Night Out (NNO) on
August 4
th 2026.

The usual resources will be invited: City/County departments, community services, ice cream truck, live band, and expanding on our 2024 and 2025 successful emphasis on mental health and drug access awareness.
community members.

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3 2a. How will it benefit the residents in your neighborhood and/or your neighborhoodassociation? National Night Out (NNO) is an annual community-building event that benefits neighborhoods by:

Encouraging community involvement
Community members have the opportunity to hear how these units promote involvement in crime prevention activities and local anti-crime efforts.

Strengthening partnerships
enhancing the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while fostering a sense of community.

Because most DPS units attend our celebration, it provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances. Fire Prevention, Emergency Medical Technicians, Canine, and Motorcycle units are always the greatest hits with our younger generation.

Raising awareness
sharing about safety measures, drug prevention programs, and encourages residents to actively participate in crime prevention efforts while building a sense of community and trust with police. Returning for the third year will be the Santa Clara County Substance Prevention department who will be sharing with parents, young adults and children, informational literature, bringing awareness

The District Attorney for Community and Sunnyvale Community Services will be returning to share information about their services offered to the community, Sending a message to criminals
law enforcement units, and actively working to prevent crime using text messages, and tools such as NextDoor to essentially alert each other of ongoing crimes. Letting criminals know that our community is vigilant and not an easy target to exploit is achieved by having large gatherings where SNAIL residents openly interact with police officers, creating a visible presence of community unity against crime. 2b. How many people or households are expected to attend or benefit from the project or event? In 2024 our attendance was 452. Last year, for our 30
th anniversary celebration, our attendance
surpassed our expectations. We had 559 attendees, 13 sponsors and 15 information tables.

We expect the 2026 event to crown at 600.

To capture a more accurate number of residents, our community leaders recommended using an iPad to register attendees.

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4 2c. Describe your outreach plan to generate awareness and support for the project/event.

As we have done in previous years, we plan to organize and have a variety of great attractive activities for our diverse residents. We support this festive event with a BBQ, a live band, succulent planting, clay modeling, face-painting for the children, to name just a few.

Families of all ages especially enjoy the festivities, and it keeps them involved with neighborhood issues, activities and helps them get to know their neighbors.

Last year, we had 452 people attending. This year, our goal is to perform extensive outreach to the many apartment complexes as possible, as we hope everyone in our community, residents of the 1,600 family homes and of the 651-apartments, will be able to j
history, but also our strong future.

encourage as many residents as possible to attend.

3. Describe how your project and/or event focus on one or more of the following areas:

Increase communication among neighbors
Build bridges between cultures
Improve the physical condition of the neighborhood
Enhance neighborhood pride and identity
National Night Out (NNO) provides an added opportunity for communication among the residents to promote familiarity with and concern for fellow SNAIL residents and with Public Safety in Sunnyvale.

This community event has been instrumental in enhancing the foundation of a strong neighborhood association and community. NNO events promote neighborhood connection, helps bring together neighbors from diverse cultures, and enhances neighborhood pride and identity. The SNAIL National Night Out event is known across the city as one of the best, and we work hard to make it a momentous event that all SNAIL can be proud of.

During this event and over the years, SNAIL has continued to support the diversity of our community.

SNAIL were bought for rental properties. This eventually deteriorated the appearance of the neighborhood because of the lack of pride of ownership of some tenants and absentee landlords. Many of the renters did not have an interest in neighborhood activities or civic responsibility. In turn, many of the longtime residents did not share a common interest and withdrew their social connections. rentals, are now owner occupied. To maintain property values, there is now a new focus in neighborhood preservation. In the absence of a neighborhood association, old residents and new residents may not have had an opportunity to make a connection with common neighborhood interests and cultural support.

In the last ten years, our neighborhood has yet again drastically changed, due to the influx of high-tech companies moving into the proximity of SNAIL. Homes have become affordable only to the richest emigrants hired to fill high salary jobs. Because of th population has seen an influx of young immigrant families with small children creating a generation gap within longtime aging residents.

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5 So, in our monthly newsletter, we encourage our neighbors to contribute articles that would educate our diverse community and stay connected on issues that affect our neighborhood. In our community activities we celebrate diversity by encouraging multicultural dishes at our potluck. Most importantly, both give us the opportunity to communicate with each other through local neighborhood meetings where we have City and County staff, elected officials, and community speakers address issues relevant to our neighborhood.

The residents of our neighborhood are of diverse ages and ethnicities. We know that events like NNO provide the opportunity for more neighbors to get to know each other, especially new residents of the neighborhood. Some SNAIL residents are the original owners of their homes and can share much of the and commitment. Our overall goal is to reach and communicate with all residents in the neighborhood and beyond. We expect that this activity will draw more attention to the purpose of our neighborhood association.

In creating a community event with an international potluck flavor, SNAIL values the culturally diverse community it has now become. By encouraging the mingling of international families, it helps dispel negative stereotypes and personal biases about diverse groups. It helps all of us recognize and respect of a different language and sharing a dish from our country of origin, we can build bridges to trust, respect, and understanding across cultures.

4. How will you determine the completed project and/or event was a success? The success of this project will be demonstrated by the diverse attendance, the conversations, comments, quotes, and the smiling pictures that will be collected during the event.

More importantly, knowing that residents came to celebrate our 30th anniversary last year, learn about our community history, our growth, our contributions to public safety and insistence in keeping the integrity of the entire community as an indivisible neighborhood in District 5. It will illustrate our success, far beyond coming for the ice cream, hot dogs and live music for which SNAIL is famous.

Additionally, we know that this event continues to promote neighborhood watch for safety, minimize traffic speeding cars, and assist with crime prevention as more and more neighbors are reaching out for support by attending monthly meetings.
the through our newsletters that SNAIL is the place to be and seeing the increased participation in the fun social activities and projects that volunteers continue to organize years after years.

As we have seen an increase of neighbors coming to volunteer for this extraordinary event, they have demonstrated a unified commitment to the community at large that other Sunnyvale neighborhood associations are now emulating our efforts.

Comments received by City staff and Elected officials as they keep returning to SNAIL and has increased our visibility with the community of Sunnyvale.

We believe that we can measure our success by the participation to activities presented above.

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6 Project Plan & Timeline

5. Use the chart below and list the specific activities needed to carry out your project and/or event including an estimated date of completion for each activity.

We have already begun the discussions around the activities that will take place that day. Collaborating with the same core committee of strong SNAIL volunteers year after year, fosters a sense of continuity and deepen relationships. This has led us to more effective teamwork and a shared understanding of goals and challenges. The trust we have established amongst ourselves, knowing that each team member knows their part and their contributions means that neighbors collaborate and organize activities in subcommittees reporting to the greater group.

Activity Person(s) Responsible Completion Date
(MO/YR)
Confirm Live Band 6 Months prior to event
Complete and secure Permit for Street Closure 4 Months prior to event Line up vendors for children's events, send
invitation
4 Months prior to event
Order Port-a-potty, wash station 4 Months prior to event Reserve and order tables, chairs and canopies 4 Months prior to event Invite various City and County departmental
resources and community organizations to set up
a table and connect with the residents
3 Months prior to event
Update existing Promotional Flyers for NNO in
Newsletter and print flyer and newsletter in color
3 Months prior to event
Secure extra trash receptacles 1 Months prior to event street signs 2 Wks prior to event
Request street sweeping for morning of event 2 Wks prior to event Plan and Purchase arts and supplies 1 Wk prior event
Draw map with sponsor locations on the street 3 Days before event Coordinate the transportation of two bar-b-ques 1 Day before event Purchase food, drink and ice 3 and 1 Day before event
Coordinate clean up mmediately after the event
Tabulate attendance, collect anecdotes, photos

30 Days post event

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Project Team
While you may have many community members working on this project and/or event, project team leaders Please note that each member of the project team will need to sign the application acknowledging their commitment to this project.

Project Leader Name:

Email: Phone Number:

Mailing Address: 88
Signature: Date: 10/1/2025

2. Treasurer - The treasurer tracks expenses, files receipts, oversees the budget and submits a final financial report to the City. The Project Leader may also serve as the Project Treasurer. Note: The City of Sunnyvale reserves the right to audit grant award funds.

Treasurer Name:

Email: Phone Number:

Mailing Address:

Signature: Date: 10/1/2025

3. Other Project Team Member - List additional neighborhood residents who will work on this project and what their responsibilities will be? (i.e., coordinating volunteers, outreach to residents, creation of marketing materials, etc.)
Vice Chair Name:

Email: Phone Number: 3
Mailing Address: 088
Signature: Date: 10/1/2025
Secretary Name:

Email: Phone Number:

Mailing Address: 88
Signature: Date: 10/1/2025
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8 Neighborhood Grant Program
2026 Project Budget Form
-related activities listed on
your application must be included in this budget form. Note: This is a reimbursement grant.

All eligible receipts and invoices showing payment must be submitted for reimbursement within 30 days of project/event conclusion and no later than December 31, 2026.

Based on the 2025 budget, our projected expenses are as follows:

Project Expenses
Activity Estimated Costs
Activities Supplies $ 437.34
Decoration $ 284.28
Face Painting $ 200
Food $1,740.83
Furniture rental $1,968
Gift $1,280.72
Ice cream $1,240
Music $1,000
Permit $ 36
Estimated Total Expenses $8,187.17
Amount Requested from the City of Sunnyvale $5,000
We anticipate a 7 to 10% increase in the total cost based on the cost of living and/or anticipated inflation.

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Neighborhood Grant Program Application
Calendar Year 2026
Application Deadline for Fall Cycle (#1): Friday, October 10, 2025, by 5 p.m.

For questions, email [email protected] or call 408-730-7599.

Complet
e applications may be submitted in the following ways:

Mail or Drop Off in Person:

Name o
f Individual Submitting Application:

Individual
’s Email: Phone:

Name of P
roposed Project:

Fundi
ng Level:

SunnyArts Neighborhood Association
s
Community building, Safety
1500
Number of homes in all the streets, as canvassed by volunteers to distribute flyers for neighborhood events
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Neighborhood Group/Association Background

1. When wa
s your neighborhood group or association formed and why? 1a. What are the geographic boundaries of your group, including which Council District? Project Description

2. Describe your proposed project and/or event.
2a. How will it benefit the residents in your neighborhood and/or your neighborhood association? 2b. How many people or households are expected to attend or benefit from t he project or event? The Sunnyarts Neighborhood Association was established ni 2005 in response to burglary incidents
within the area. Association goals include increased information dissemination among neighbors,
community spirit building activities, charitable endeavors, neighborhood safety, and disaster
preparedness.

Sunnyarts Neighborhood Association is bounded by Rembrant and Rousseau Drives.

The following
streets and home counts comprise our community: Rembrandt Dr (50), Crescent Ave (east of the
canal) (0), Robbia Dr and Robbia Ct (48), Rousseau Dr (24), Schubert Dr (0), Renoir Ct (10), Chopin
Dr (29), Sargent Dr (42), Van Dyck Dr (25), Van Dyck Ct (17), Verdi Dr (11).

We have multiple community-building and safety/security events planned for Sunnyarts this year. In spring, we'll host a festival event for either Chinese New Year or Holi. In the summer, we will host a Cinco de Mayo event, a Goodwill Donation Drive, the National Night Out Ice Cream Social event and our annual Summer Potluck. In November,we will host a Thanksgiving event, with cookie swap.

We design our events to be inclusive for all age groups, new and older families, and at various locations within SunnyArts, during different times and days. Each event has activities tailored towards adults and kids. We have book swaps, lemonade stands and bake sales during our goodwill donation drive. We have a potluck with prizes during the summer potluck, with a live band and raffles for all to participate. The NNO event is popular as well, with a bounce house, free ice cream, and tables from various city groups, as well as visits from Sunnyvale PD and FD.

We expect 50 to 150 people attend our events, with largest turnouts in the Summer Potluck. Different events bring out different people for different events and we try to cater to all demograhics including seniors, youth and kids as well. Teens get volunteer hours by helping with various aspects of each event. Younger families meet others with similar age kids and form friendships that go beyond just our events.

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2c. Describe your outreach plan to generate awareness and support for the project/event.

4. How will you determine the completed project and/or event was a success?

Our outreach is multifold: we post to our private Google group, we reiterate the events in the Sunnyarts Chair email signature that is sent out as we forward all Sunnyvale City communications to the neighborhood group, and we also distribute paper flyers several times a year to every household in our community. We recognize that not all of our neighbors utilize the internet and we want to make sure everyone is aware of neighborhood-sponsored activities. We alsopost signs proximal to the events as reminders on the light poles. We have exceedingly good turnout at our events, and expect these numbers to keep increasing.

In person events during various times of the year encourages participation from a variety of neighbors. Every event sees at least one or two new families participating.

We vet and verify new neighbors during these events and add them to the private neighborhood google group. This group is the information hub for SunnyArts, with everything ranging from service provider recommendations, to notifying each other about unusual activity, suspicious vehicles, and even lost (& found) pets! Our events reflect the multi-cultural diversity of SunnyArts (Cinco de Mayo, Lunar New Year, Holi, Thanksgiving, Potluck featuring a specturum of world foods) and these celebrations bring people together when they share activities and food reflecting the various cultures. We have young families move into our neighborhood because they know we are a well-established, safe, supportive community, where they can raise their families and put roots down.

Number of attendees is a great gauge for event success. Post event feedback to the organizer/chair helps us improving events for subsequent years. Volunteer participation is also an indicator of how popular some of our repeat activities are.

During these events, people with common interests such as gardening or hiking get to know each other, and go on to form their own smaller groups and puruse their passions and hobbies together. These smaller groups are a great indicator of the interconnectedness of our neighborhood, and our annual events continue to foster these connections.

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Project Plan & Timeline

5. Use the chart below and list the specific activities needed to carry out your project and/or event including an estimated date of completion for each activity.

Activity Person(s) Responsible Completion Date
(MO/YR)
Example: Create flier/email for barbecue Jane Smith 08/25

1. 2.

3. 4.

5. 6.

7. 8.

9. 10.

11. 12.

SunnyArts Chair/Volunteers
SunnyArts Chair/Volunteers
SunnyArts Chair/Volunteers
SunnyArts Chair/Volunteers
SunnyArts Chair/Volunteers
SunnyArts Chair/Volunteers
Spring event
Cinco De Mayo
Goodwill Donation Drive
National Night Out
Summer Potluck
Holiday event
4/30/26
5/31/26
7/31/26
8/31/26
11/30/26
9/30/26
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Project Leader Name:

Email: Ph
one Number:

Mailing Add
Signature
: Date:

Treasurer Name:

Email: Ph
one Number:

Mailing Ad
dress:

Signature
: Date:

Email: Ph
one Number:

Mailing Ad
dress:

Signature
: Date:
s
nnyvale
10/9/25
n/a
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Project Expenses
Activity Estimated Costs

1. $

2. $

3. $

4. $

5. $

6. $

7. $

8. $

9. $

10. $
Estimated Total Expenses $
Amount Requested from the City of Sunnyvale $

Spring event
200
Cinco De Mayo
300
Goodwill Drive
0 National Night Out
200
Summer Potluck
500
Holiday event
300
1500
1500
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Neighborhood Grant Program Application
Calendar Year 2026
Application Deadline for Fall Cycle (#1): Friday, October 10, 2025, by 5 p.m.

Thank you for your interest in the Neighborhood Grant Program. Please thoroughly review the grant guidelines and eligibility criteria to determine if your group qualifies for funding, available here (need link to guidelines document).

For questions, email [email protected] or call 408-730-7599.

Complete applications may be submitted in the following ways:

Mail or Drop Off in Person:

Name of Individual Submitting Application:

Individual’s Email: Phone:

Name of Proposed Project:

Funding Level:

Neighborhood Grant
Tier Level # Households Maximum Fundin g
Tier 1 Under 250 $1,500
Tier 2 251 – 499 $3,000
Tier 3 500 & Over $5,000
Grant Amount Requesting from the City of Sunnyvale (see details above): $ Based on the total number of households, which tier does your Neighborhood Group or Association fall under? Tier 1 (under 250 households) Tier 2 (251-499) Tier 3 (500 & Over) Describe how the total number of households in your Neighborhood Group or Association is calculated.

Sunset Pastoria Neighborhood Association
x
Washington Park BBQ
500
Number of single family units within the boundaries of the neighborhood association.

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Neighborhood Group/Association Background

1. When was your neighborhood group or association formed and why? 1a. What are the geographic boundaries of your group, including which Council District? Project Description

2. Describe your proposed project and/or event.
2a. How will it benefit the residents in your neighborhood and/or your neighborhood association? 2b. How many people or households are expected to attend or benefit from the project or event? 50 households
BBQ with neighbors in park. Hamburgers (veg and non veg) will be pr epared
and served. This event will include games (eg. cornhole). Since we are a new Neighborhood Association, we also plan to use this as an opportunity to brainstorm with neighbors on future events.

Between Sunset, Pastoria, Evelyn, and Washington.

Council District 2
This event will help build community by providing a way for neighbors to introduce themselves and communicate.

Aug, 2025
We established a neighborhood association to increase communication among neighbors, and enhance neighborhood pride and identity.

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2c. Describe your outreach plan to generate awareness and support for the project/event.

4. How will you determine the completed project and/or event was a success? Postering around the neighborhood, neighborhood email list, word of mouth.

This event will provide an opportunity for neighbors to talk to each other .

Since this will be the inaugural event under the oﬃcial Neighbor hood Association,
this will act as a jumping point to discuss additional ways to enhance neighborhood pride and identity (eg. gauging excitement around other potential neighborhood projects like holiday arches).

If we achieve close to or more than our expected turnout, we increase sign ups to our neighborhood e-mail list, and the event goes smoothly, it will be considered a success.

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Project Plan & Timeline

5. Use the chart below and list the specific activities needed to carry out your project and/or event including an estimated date of completion for each activity.

Activity Person(s) Responsible Completion Date
(MO/YR)
Example: Create flier/email for barbecue Jane Smith 08/25

1. 2.

3. 4.

5. 6.

7. 8.

9. 10.

11. 12.

SCC Food Permit application
Purchase food, utensils
BBQ 05/30
Create and distribute ﬂiers 05/14
04/24
05/30
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1. Project Leader- The Project Leader serves as the primary point of contact for the grant application process. The Project Leader also has fiduciary responsibilities and is responsible for submitting a final project report to the City. The final report, including eligible receipts and invoices showing payment is due within 30 days of project/event conclusion and no later than December 31, 2026.

Project Leader Name:

Email: Phone Number:

Mailing Address:

Signature: Date:

2. Treasurer - The treasurer tracks expenses, files receipts, oversees the budget and submits a final financial report to the City. The Project Leader may also serve as the Project Treasurer. Note: The City of Sunnyvale reserves the right to audit grant award funds.

Treasurer Name:

Email: Phone Number:

Mailing Add
Signature: Date:

3. Other Project Team Member - List additional neighborhood residents who will work on this project and what their responsibilities will be? (i.e., coordinating volunteers, outreach to residents, creation of marketing materials, etc.)
Name:

Email: Phone Number:

Mailing Addr
Signature: Date:

CA
10/10/2025
10/10/2025
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Project Expenses
Activi
ty Estimated Costs

1. $

2. $

3. $

4. $

5. $

6. $

7. $

8. $

9. $

10. $
Estimated Total Expenses $
Amount Requested from the City of Sunnyvale $
20Print Fliers
191
289
500
500
Santa Clara County Food Permit (TFF - RC2)
Food, utensils
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Community Event and Neighborhood Grant Distribution SubcommitteeDecember 1, 2025

Community Event and Neighborhood Grant Distribution Subcommittee
December 1, 2025