Love Your Block Initiative Takes Off in Dallas
Last Friday, the City of Dallas proudly hosted its inaugural Love Your Block (LYB) Mini-Grant Awards Ceremony in the Flag Room at City Hall. The event was filled with energy, excitement, and a shared sense of community pride.
Celebrating Community Projects
Neighbors, resident leaders, city staff, and community partners came together to celebrate 30 neighborhood projects that received over $45,000 in mini grants to help transform blocks across 11 council districts. These projects range from colorful murals and public art to litter cleanups, native plant gardens, community education, and creative ways to build more resilient, connected neighborhoods.
About the Love Your Block Initiative
Love Your Block – Dallas is part of a national Cities of Service initiative supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies and managed by the Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation at Johns Hopkins University. Since joining the program, Dallas has become part of a powerful network of cities working to bridge the gap between local government and residents, one block at a time.
What’s Next for Love Your Block
What’s Next
As the first cycle of Love Your Block moves forward, the real work is happening on the ground. Over the coming months, these 30 projects will continue to grow and take shape. Residents can expect to see more murals, cleaner streets, and new spaces that bring people together — all led by the neighbors who call Dallas home.
Building a Better Future
We’re already looking ahead to next year’s cycle, when even more Dallas residents will have the chance to apply for mini-grants and bring their creative ideas to life. Together, we’re proving that small actions, when led by community members, can lead to big changes.
A Message of Appreciation
A huge thank you to all our community leaders, volunteers, partners, and supporters who made this first year such a success. Your passion and dedication are helping us build a cleaner, greener, and more connected Dallas.
Visit Keep Dallas Beautiful Love Your Block for updates, resources, and future application details.
Conclusion
The Love Your Block initiative is a shining example of what can be achieved when community members come together to create positive change. By providing mini-grants and support, the City of Dallas is empowering residents to take ownership of their neighborhoods and make a real difference. As the program continues to grow and evolve, we can expect to see even more innovative and impactful projects that benefit the entire community.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Love Your Block initiative?
The Love Your Block initiative is a program that provides mini-grants to community members to help transform their neighborhoods and make them more resilient and connected.
How can I get involved in the Love Your Block initiative?
To get involved, you can visit the Keep Dallas Beautiful Love Your Block website for updates, resources, and future application details. You can also reach out to community leaders and partners to learn more about the program and how you can participate.
What kind of projects are eligible for mini-grants?
Eligible projects include those that aim to improve the quality of life in Dallas neighborhoods, such as litter cleanups, public art installations, community education, and native plant gardens.
How do I apply for a mini-grant?
Application details and deadlines will be announced on the Keep Dallas Beautiful Love Your Block website. Be sure to check back regularly for updates and to submit your application.
What is the goal of the Love Your Block initiative?
The goal of the Love Your Block initiative is to bridge the gap between local government and residents, one block at a time, and to create a cleaner, greener, and more connected Dallas.
