Twelve Fort Wayne neighborhood associations were named as recipients of the City of Fort Wayne’s Neighborhood Engagement Grants.
City of Fort Wayne news release:
Mayor Sharon Tucker joins Foellinger Foundation to announce Neighborhood Engagement Grant recipients
Fort Wayne, Indiana (June 9, 2026) – Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker and Foellinger Foundation President and CEO Sarah Strimmenos announced today that 12 Fort Wayne neighborhood associations are receiving engagement grants to help fund programs and events that support connection, collaboration, and relationship-building.
Community Development’s Neighborhoods Department awarded grants up to $5,000 to complete projects in one of four areas: community celebration, educational opportunity, reaching residents, and working together.
“Our neighborhoods help make Fort Wayne a welcoming and viable community,” said Mayor Tucker. “I’m so encouraged by the support of Foellinger Foundation. They are a tremendous partner as we work together to help neighborhoods with needed projects and enhance the quality of life in our great city.”
The Neighborhood Engagement Grant program is supported by a Special Opportunity Grant from Foellinger Foundation and supports activities like block parties, educational workshops, neighborhood clean-up events, and social gatherings.
“Strong neighborhoods are built when people come together to celebrate, learn, and support one another,” said Strimmenos. “We are proud to invest in local ideas that create connection, expand educational opportunities, and reach residents where they are. When communities work together, even small efforts that foster connection can spark lasting impact and strengthen the fabric of our neighborhoods.”
The City of Fort Wayne’s Community Development Division works to establish Fort Wayne as the Community of Choice for residents, visitors and businesses by growing the economy, strengthening neighborhoods and supporting housing options. Visit CityofFortWayne.in.gov/CD for more information.
2026 Neighborhood Engagement Grant Program Awardees
- Beacon Woods Neighborhood Association – $4,145 – will utilize funds to support their neighborhood Summer Bash event. Facebook
- Caribe Colony Neighborhood Association – $2,582 – will use funds to support their three annual events; Caribe Colony 5k, Summer Block Party, and Fall Festival. website
- Crestwood Neighborhood Association – $5,000 – will host a summer block party event for their residents. Facebook
- Eastside Neighborhood Association – $4,825 – will host an internet awareness workshop for seniors in their neighborhood. They will also use the funds to support their local back-to-school event. Facebook
- Hamilton Neighborhood Association – $3,000 – will use their award to purchase supplies for their local back-to-school event. website
- Harvester Community Association – $2,670 – will host their annual Party in the Park event and co-host their local back-to-school event.
- Memorial Park Neighborhood Association – $4,775 – will host Volunteer Orientation, Party with a Purpose Block Party, and Family Skating Party, as well as co-host their local back-to-school event. Facebook
- Northside Neighborhood Association – $5,000 – will utilize funds to support their annual Lakeside Concert event. website
- Packard Area Planning Alliance – $5,000 – will use the grant award to support their Fall Celebration event. website
- Renaissance Pointe – $4,000 – will host an education workshop series, as well as a Fall Block Party. Instagram
- Wedgewood Community Homeowners Association- $3,877 – will use funds to support their annual Oktoberfest event. website
- Woodland Lake Association – $4,272 – will use the grant award to support several events: Yard of the Month, a Youth- Playground event, a Teen Engagement event, Family Entertainment Event, and an Ice Cream Social.
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