The 2026 grant cycle is now closed
Grant Update🎉 Congratulations to this year's award recipients! The 2026 grant cycle is now officially closed for the budget season as project work begins across the Alameda corridor.
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Project Completion Deadline: All grant-funded projects must be completed by December 31, 2026.
Looking Ahead
You are still welcome to express your interest below for the 2027 grant cycle which will open in March!
PRO TIP: Start now!
Plan Your Project & Tell Your Story
- Write a description: Explain what you plan to do, why it is needed, and make sure your written scope matches your contractor's estimate.
- Show your vision: Collect or create pictures or drawings that will help us clearly understand the project.
- Create a budget: List out expected project costs.
The Easy Part!
- 8 Min video: Watch the Lakewood Police Crime Prevention Resources video. (No cheating, there will be a test!)
- Join your Peers: Sign up for Lakewood Business Watch and screenshot the confirmation.
- Schmooze: Attend our Community Meeting on the first Wednesday of select months.
- Become a paid member of Alameda Connects (our 501c6): While properties (like yourself) within the Alameda Corridor Business Improvement District have a free Honorary Membership, a paid membership opens you up to additional perks.
- See Your Name in Lights!: Sign up for our Alameda enewsletter and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.
Gather The Required Items
- Vulnerability Analysis: Consider getting a Lakewood Crime Prevention through Environmental Design review.
- Contractor Estimate: Get at least one estimate from a licensed contractor.
- Tax ID: Find your Lakewood Sales and Use Tax number.
- W-9 Form: Fill out a standard W-9 form.
- Bank Connection: Connect your bank to our grant payment system.
- Permits: Begin applying for any required city permits.
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