If you’re a small business owner in New York City, here’s a timely opportunity to expand your impact and your brand. The nonprofit CitizensNYC is now accepting applications for its Neighborhood Business Grant, offering up to $5,000 for locally rooted, for-profit businesses that are committed to social and community impact. CitizensNYC.org
What you should know:
- Eligible businesses must be located in one of NYC’s five boroughs, have operated for at least two years, and have 10 or fewer employees.
- Your business must be profit-generating and provide proof of business activity (tax documents, bank statements, POS records).
- The grant is designed to support a specific project your business will undertake that benefits the community—not simply covering overhead or routine expenses.
Why apply?
This grant isn’t just cash—being selected helps you join a network of City-based changemakers, receive coaching and capacity-building through CitizensNYC, and boost your visibility in your neighborhood.
How to apply:
Visit the CitizensNYC webpage for the Neighborhood Business Grant to view a downloadable application summary and evaluation criteria. You’ll find sample applications and detailed guidelines to help you prepare a strong submission.
Take action now:
If your business fits the criteria—operating in NYC, small team, community-oriented—don’t wait. Review the eligibility guidelines and craft a clear, compelling project plan that explains how your business will strengthen local connections, address a neighborhood need, and deliver quality of life benefits. The opportunity is real—and your brand could benefit, your community could benefit, and you could position yourself for stronger local impact.
Link to apply and full details: Neighborhood Business Grant – CitizensNYC CitizensNYC
