Small grants for community projects are available through the Community Foundation South Okanagan Similkameen.
The Neighbourhood Small Grants program provides up to $500 for projects by residents in communities throughout the region.
The grants are given to projects that connect and engage residents, share skills and knowledge within the community, build a sense of ownership and pride and respect and celebrate diversity.
Examoples include block parties, art shows, craft workshops, yoga at sunrise and others.
Applications open on March 31.
Online applications are available at cfso.net.