{"id":126,"date":"2017-08-18T16:50:08","date_gmt":"2017-08-18T20:50:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/realtorparty.com\/?page_id=126"},"modified":"2025-08-12T14:04:46","modified_gmt":"2025-08-12T14:04:46","slug":"smart-growth","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth","title":{"rendered":"Smart Growth Grant"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;alert alert-danger&#8221;]Due to overwhelming interest, the 2025 Smart Growth Grant program has reached full capacity and is no longer accepting applications. The program will reopen in January 2026.<\/p>\n<p>Thank you to all REALTOR\u00ae associations who applied. We value your commitment to advancing Smart Growth in your communities.<\/p>\n<p>To prepare for the next cycle, contact\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:hdannenfelser@nar.realtor\" data-di-id=\"di-id-ac3cadb0-c626ba6\">Hugh Morris<\/a>, Manager, Community Development and Growth or schedule a <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach-planning-sessions\" data-di-id=\"di-id-5b62fe3e-2238cf98\">Community Outreach Planning Session<\/a>\u00a0for tailored support and ideas to help you make the most of future grant opportunities.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-15058 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/SG-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"292\" height=\"292\" srcset=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/SG-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/SG.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/SG-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/SG-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/SG-958x958.jpg 958w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/SG-70x70.jpg 70w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/>Smart Growth Grants support state and local REALTOR\u00ae associations\u2019 efforts to advance programs, policies and initiatives aligned with one or more of the <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/principles\">10 Smart Growth Principles<\/a>. Applications open December 4th 2024 through October 15, 2025, or until commitment levels reach 100%. In 2025, the 10% financial commitment requirement is waived for associations under <em>Right Tools, Right Now.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Questions? Email <a href=\"mailto:SmartGrowthGrants@nar.realtor\">SmartGrowthGrants@nar.realtor<\/a> or <a href=\"mailto:hmorris@nar.realtor\">Hugh Morris<\/a> at 202-383-1278<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/faqs\"><i class=\"fa fa-question-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i> Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/grant-ideas\"><i class=\"fas fa-lightbulb-o\"><\/i> Ideas for Using a Smart Growth Grant and Success Stories<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/resourceguide\/programs\/smart-growth-action-grant#successStories\"><i class=\"fas fa-check-square\"><\/i> NEW! <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Smart-Growth-Toolkit-2023.pdf\">Smart Growth Toolkit<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/resourceguide\/programs\/smart-growth-action-grant#successStories\"><i class=\"fas fa-check-square\"><\/i> REALTOR\u00ae Party Success Stories<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Level 1<\/h2>\n<p>Level 1 Smart Growth grants support efforts to educate REALTORS\u00ae and community stakeholders about smart growth topics including hosting a <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/smart-growth-21st-century\">Planning &amp; Zoning Resource: Advocating for your Community\u2019s Future class<\/a>. (<strong>Note: the grant no longer supports hosting NAR\u2019s <em>Smart Growth for the 21<sup>st<\/sup><\/em> <em>Century<\/em> class<\/strong>)\u00a0 Activities may include a class or forum, a speaker(s) who can address specific smart growth issues or a meeting with stakeholders to develop coalition efforts.<\/p>\n<p>Details:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Maximum award: $3,000.<\/li>\n<li>Associations may receive one Level 1 Smart Growth grant per calendar year.<\/li>\n<li>Funds are disbursed using a reimbursement process.<\/li>\n<li>Reimbursement request must be submitted by December 15, 2024.<\/li>\n<li>Grant recipients must complete an evaluation form for the supported activity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><i class=\"fas fa-wpforms\"><\/i> LEVEL 1 SMART GROWTH GRANT APPLICATION<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/SG1-REALTORS-of-South-Central-Kansas-KS.pdf\">Download examples<\/a> of successful Level 1 Smart Growth Grant applications.<\/p>\n<h2>Level 2<\/h2>\n<p>Level 2 Smart Growth grant supports activities to engage in local land-use, growth and transportation issues with other stakeholders and elected officials which will have an impact on policies.\u00a0 These activities could include community planning and input sessions, development of comprehensive plans and zoning policies, studies, research and reports<\/p>\n<p>Details:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Maximum award: $7,500.<\/li>\n<li>Associations may receive one Level 2 Smart Growth grant per calendar year.<\/li>\n<li>Funds are disbursed using a reimbursement process.<\/li>\n<li>Reimbursement request must be submitted by December 15, 2024.<\/li>\n<li>Grant recipients must complete an evaluation form for the supported activity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><i class=\"fas fa-wpforms\"><\/i>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>LEVEL 2 SMART GROWTH ACTION GRANT APPLICATION<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Download examples of successful Level 2 Smart Growth Grant applications.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/SG1-Berkshire-Cnty-BOR-MA.pdf\">BERKSHIRE COUNTY BOARD OF REALTORS\u00ae<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/SG2-Egyptian-BOR-IL.pdf\">EGYPTIAN BOARD OF REALTORS\u00ae INC<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/SG2-Honolulu-BOR-HI.pdf\">HONOLULU BOARD OF REALTORS\u00ae INC<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Level 3<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/level3-application\">Level 3 Smart Growth Grant<\/a> supports comprehensive initiatives leading to long-term impact in a community with significant REALTOR\u00ae and public and private stakeholder involvement.<\/p>\n<h3>Level Three<\/h3>\n<p>Details:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Maximum award: $15,000.<\/li>\n<li>Associations may receive one Level 3 Smart Growth grant per calendar year.<\/li>\n<li>Funds are disbursed using a reimbursement process.<\/li>\n<li>Reimbursement request must be submitted by December 15, 2024.<\/li>\n<li>Grant recipients must complete an evaluation form for the supported activity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><i class=\"fas fa-wpforms\"><\/i>\u00a0LEVEL 3 SMART GROWTH GRANT APPLICATION<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/SGL-3example.pdf\">Download an example<\/a> of a successful Level 3 Smart Growth Grant application.<\/p>\n<h2>Smart Growth Grant Resources<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth-toolkit.html\"><strong>Smart Growth Grant\u00a0Toolkit\u00a0for REALTOR\u00ae Associations<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/a>The toolkit is a collection of strategies, resources, and success stories meant to inspire REALTORS\u00ae and associations on the ways they can help improve their community\u2019s land use and transportation systems for long-term success.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/training\/community-outreach\/community-outreach-webinars\"><strong>Smart Growth Learning Lab Recording\u00a0<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nThe Learning Lab recording from April 2025 titled \u201cSmart Growth Learning Lab\u201d on the Community Outreach webinar page provides information and examples of how NAR grants and resources can help your association champion key initiatives \u2013 from land use to housing opportunities.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/news\/success-stories\"><strong>Success Story Database<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nSearch the phrase \u201cSmart Growth\u201d in the REALTOR\u00ae Party Success Story database to read numerous examples of successes from state and local associations around the country who are working to expand housing access.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Smart Growth Grant funds state and local REALTOR\u00ae Association\u2019s land-use and transportation-related activities that \u00a0have an impact on public policies that support one or more of the <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/principals\">10 Smart Growth Principles<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The Smart Growth Grant has 3 Levels: Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3.\u00a0 A maximum of one Level is awarded per year per association.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Deadline<\/strong>: October 15, 2022<\/p>\n<p><strong>Grant Amounts<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Level 1: up to $1,500 if all criteria met, see below<\/li>\n<li>Level 2: up to $5,000 if all criteria met, see below<\/li>\n<li>Level 3: up to $10,000 if all criteria met, see below<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Evaluation Form<\/strong>: the <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/evaluation\">Smart Growth Grant Evaluation Form<\/a> needs to be submitted after completion of activity.\u00a0 Reimbursement will not be made until the evaluation form is submitted.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Reimbursements<\/strong>:\u00a0 Review the <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/faqs\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a> for details on requesting reimbursement.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Note \u2013 10% Grant Commitment Waived in 2022<\/strong>.\u00a0 As part of NAR\u2019s Right Tools, Right Now, the 10% financial contribution requirement is waived.<\/p>\n<h3>Level 1<\/h3>\n<p>The Level 1 Smart Growth Grant can be used for educational activities including hosting speakers who can address specific growth and development issues and to host the <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/smart-growth-21st-century\">Smart Growth for the 21st Century Class<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Review the <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/faqs\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a> for more details on the grant including activities that can and cannot be funded.<\/p>\n<p>Example of a Level 1 Smart Growth Grant Application: <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/SG1-REALTORS-of-South-Central-Kansas-KS.pdf\">REALTORS\u00ae OF SOUTH CENTRAL KANSAS INC<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/grants\/grant-manager\"><strong><i class=\"fas fa-wpforms\"><\/i>\u00a0LEVEL 1 SMART GROWTH GRANT APPLICATION<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Level 2<\/h3>\n<p>The Level 2 Smart Growth Grant funds activities to engage in local land-use, growth and transportation issues with other stakeholders and elected officials which will have an impact on policies.\u00a0 These activities could include community planning &amp; input sessions; development of a variety of growth and development plans;\u00a0 development of policies impacting growth; and studies and reports.<\/p>\n<p>Review the <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/faqs\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a> for more details on the grant including activities that can and cannot be funded.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Examples of Level 2 Smart Growth Grant Applications:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/SG1-Berkshire-Cnty-BOR-MA.pdf\">BERKSHIRE COUNTY BOARD OF REALTORS\u00ae<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/SG2-Egyptian-BOR-IL.pdf\">EGYPTIAN BOARD OF REALTORS\u00ae INC<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/SG2-Honolulu-BOR-HI.pdf\">HONOLULU BOARD OF REALTORS\u00ae INC<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/grants\/grant-manager\"><strong><i class=\"fas fa-wpforms\"><\/i>\u00a0 LEVEL 2 SMART GROWTH ACTION GRANT APPLICATION<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Level 3<\/h3>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/level3-application\">Level 3 Smart Growth Grant<\/a> funds activities to engage in local land-use, growth and transportation issues with other stakeholders and elected officials which will have an impact on policies.\u00a0\u00a0 However, the Level 3 grant was developed to support more a more comprehensive initiative, demonstrates a commitment to have a positive impact on a community, and involve multiple partners and\/or stakeholders.<\/p>\n<p>Review the <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/faqs\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a> for more details on the grant including activities that can and cannot be funded.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/grants\/grant-manager\"><strong><i class=\"fas fa-wpforms\"><\/i>\u00a0LEVEL 3 SMART GROWTH GRANT APPLICATION<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Contact <a href=\"mailto:hmoskerintz@nar.realtor\">Holly Moskerintz<\/a> at 202-383-1157 to determine if the activity qualifies for a grant.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Questions? <\/strong>Contact <a href=\"mailto:hmoskerintz@nar.realtor\">Holly Moskerintz<\/a> at 202-383-1157.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-15058 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/SG-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"292\" height=\"292\" srcset=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/SG-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/SG.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/SG-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/SG-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/SG-958x958.jpg 958w, https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/SG-70x70.jpg 70w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/>Smart Growth Grants support state and local REALTOR\u00ae associations\u2019 efforts to advance programs, policies and initiatives aligned with one or more of the <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/principles\">10 Smart Growth Principles<\/a>. Applications open December 4th 2024 through October 15, 2025, or until commitment levels reach 100%. In 2025, the 10% financial commitment requirement is waived for associations under <em>Right Tools, Right Now.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Questions? Email <a href=\"mailto:SmartGrowthGrants@nar.realtor\">SmartGrowthGrants@nar.realtor<\/a> or <a href=\"mailto:hmorris@nar.realtor\">Hugh Morris<\/a> at 202-383-1278.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Important, please read: Community Outreach Grant Application Update: Reaching Capacity Soon<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Due to overwhelming interest, the Community Outreach Grant program is nearing full capacity well ahead of the scheduled October 15, 2025 application deadline. With strong demand for grants supporting Fair Housing, Housing Opportunity, Smart Growth, Placemaking, and Rural Outreach initiatives, we anticipate closing the application window early as commitment levels have reached <span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>99%<\/strong><\/span> of budget.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Once capacity is reached, the application period will close and reopen early January 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">We understand the importance of these grants to our REALTOR\u00ae associations and encourage you to apply soon if you are planning an eligible initiative. Be sure to visit this page regularly for the latest updates.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">For questions, please contact:<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Christine Windle<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Director, Community Outreach<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">202-383-1135 |<a href=\"mailto:cwindle@nar.realtor\"> cwindle@nar.realtor<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/faqs\"><i class=\"fa fa-question-circle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i> Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/grant-ideas\"><i class=\"fas fa-lightbulb-o\"><\/i> Ideas for Using a Smart Growth Grant and Success Stories<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/resourceguide\/programs\/smart-growth-action-grant#successStories\"><i class=\"fas fa-check-square\"><\/i> NEW! <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Smart-Growth-Toolkit-2023.pdf\">Smart Growth Toolkit<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/resourceguide\/programs\/smart-growth-action-grant#successStories\"><i class=\"fas fa-check-square\"><\/i> REALTOR\u00ae Party Success Stories<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Level 1<\/h2>\n<p>Level 1 Smart Growth grants support efforts to educate REALTORS\u00ae and community stakeholders about smart growth topics including hosting a <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/smart-growth-21st-century\">Planning &amp; Zoning Resource: Advocating for your Community\u2019s Future class<\/a>. (<strong>Note: the grant no longer supports hosting NAR\u2019s <em>Smart Growth for the 21<sup>st<\/sup><\/em> <em>Century<\/em> class<\/strong>)\u00a0 Activities may include a class or forum, a speaker(s) who can address specific smart growth issues or a meeting with stakeholders to develop coalition efforts.<\/p>\n<p>Details:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Maximum award: $3,000.<\/li>\n<li>Associations may receive one Level 1 Smart Growth grant per calendar year.<\/li>\n<li>Funds are disbursed using a reimbursement process.<\/li>\n<li>Reimbursement request must be submitted by December 15, 2024.<\/li>\n<li>Grant recipients must complete an evaluation form for the supported activity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/grants\/grant-manager\"><strong><i class=\"fas fa-wpforms\"><\/i> LEVEL 1 SMART GROWTH GRANT APPLICATION<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/SG1-REALTORS-of-South-Central-Kansas-KS.pdf\">Download examples<\/a> of successful Level 1 Smart Growth Grant applications.<\/p>\n<h2>Level 2<\/h2>\n<p>Level 2 Smart Growth grant supports activities to engage in local land-use, growth and transportation issues with other stakeholders and elected officials which will have an impact on policies.\u00a0 These activities could include community planning and input sessions, development of comprehensive plans and zoning policies, studies, research and reports<\/p>\n<p>Details:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Maximum award: $7,500.<\/li>\n<li>Associations may receive one Level 2 Smart Growth grant per calendar year.<\/li>\n<li>Funds are disbursed using a reimbursement process.<\/li>\n<li>Reimbursement request must be submitted by December 15, 2024.<\/li>\n<li>Grant recipients must complete an evaluation form for the supported activity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/grants\/grant-manager\"><strong><i class=\"fas fa-wpforms\"><\/i>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>LEVEL 2 SMART GROWTH ACTION GRANT APPLICATION<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Download examples of successful Level 2 Smart Growth Grant applications.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/SG1-Berkshire-Cnty-BOR-MA.pdf\">BERKSHIRE COUNTY BOARD OF REALTORS\u00ae<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/SG2-Egyptian-BOR-IL.pdf\">EGYPTIAN BOARD OF REALTORS\u00ae INC<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/SG2-Honolulu-BOR-HI.pdf\">HONOLULU BOARD OF REALTORS\u00ae INC<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Level 3<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/level3-application\">Level 3 Smart Growth Grant<\/a> supports comprehensive initiatives leading to long-term impact in a community with significant REALTOR\u00ae and public and private stakeholder involvement.<\/p>\n<h3>Level Three<\/h3>\n<p>Details:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Maximum award: $15,000.<\/li>\n<li>Associations may receive one Level 3 Smart Growth grant per calendar year.<\/li>\n<li>Funds are disbursed using a reimbursement process.<\/li>\n<li>Reimbursement request must be submitted by December 15, 2024.<\/li>\n<li>Grant recipients must complete an evaluation form for the supported activity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/grants\/grant-manager\"><strong><i class=\"fas fa-wpforms\"><\/i>\u00a0LEVEL 3 SMART GROWTH GRANT APPLICATION<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/SGL-3example.pdf\">Download an example<\/a> of a successful Level 3 Smart Growth Grant application.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;alert alert-danger&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>The 2021 Community Outreach grant application deadline was Friday October 15.\u00a0 The 2022 grant applications will be available the first week of January, 2022.<\/strong><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Smart Growth Grant funds state and local REALTOR\u00ae Association\u2019s land-use and transportation-related activities that \u00a0have an impact on public policies that support one or more of the <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/principals\">10 Smart Growth Principles<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Review the <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/faqs\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a> for more details on the grant including criteria, usage and funding disbursement before submitting the application.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Note &#8211; 10% Grant Commitment Waived in 2021<\/strong>.\u00a0 As part of NAR\u2019s Right Tools, Right Now, the 10% financial contribution requirement is waived for any association that requests reimbursement between 5\/1\/2021 through 12\/31\/2021.<\/p>\n<h2>Level One<\/h2>\n<p>The Level 1 Smart Growth Grant can be used to host the <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/smart-growth-21st-century\">Smart Growth for the 21st Century Class<\/a> or other educational activities including hosting speakers who can address specific growth and development issues impacting your community.\u00a0 A new update in 2021 provides for funding for activities to increase connectivity, walkability, bikeability and wayfinding\u00a0to provide for a more walkable community.\u00a0\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/faqs\">See details in the FAQs<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Grant Amount:\u00a0 up to $1,500 if all criteria met.\n<ul>\n<li>Note that any instructional fee is capped at $1,000 and the remaining $500 can be used to fund instructor travel, meals, marketing, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Number\/Year: A maximum of one Level 1 grant is awarded per year per association.<\/li>\n<li>Deadline: October 15. A decision will be made within 10 working days provided all the criteria is met.<\/li>\n<li>Evaluation Form: after completion of activity, evaluation form needs to be submitted.\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/evaluation\">Smart Growth Grant Evaluation Form<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Example of a Level 1 Smart Growth Grant Application: <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/SG1-REALTORS-of-South-Central-Kansas-KS.pdf\">REALTORS\u00ae OF SOUTH CENTRAL KANSAS INC<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/grants\/grant-manager\"><strong><i class=\"fas fa-wpforms\"><\/i> LEVEL 1 SMART GROWTH ACTION GRANT APPLICATION<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Level Two<\/h2>\n<p>The Level 2 Smart Growth Grant funds activities to engage in local land-use, growth and transportation issues with other stakeholders and elected officials which will have an impact on policies.<\/p>\n<p>These activities could include community planning &amp; input sessions; development of a variety of growth and development plans;\u00a0 development of policies impacting growth; and studies and reports.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/faqs\">See the details in the FAQs<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Grant Amount: up to $5,000 if all criteria met.<\/li>\n<li>Number\/Year: A maximum of one Level 2 grant is awarded per year per association.<\/li>\n<li>Deadline: October 15. A decision will be made within 10 working days provided all the criteria is met.<\/li>\n<li>Evaluation Form: after completion of activity, evaluation form needs to be submitted.\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/evaluation\">Smart Growth Grant Evaluation Form<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Examples of Level 2 Smart Growth Grant Applications:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/SG1-Berkshire-Cnty-BOR-MA.pdf\">BERKSHIRE COUNTY BOARD OF REALTORS\u00ae<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/SG2-Egyptian-BOR-IL.pdf\">EGYPTIAN BOARD OF REALTORS\u00ae INC<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/SG2-Honolulu-BOR-HI.pdf\">HONOLULU BOARD OF REALTORS\u00ae INC<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/grants\/grant-manager\"><strong><i class=\"fas fa-wpforms\"><\/i>\u00a0 LEVEL 2 SMART GROWTH ACTION GRANT APPLICATION<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Questions? <\/strong>Contact <a href=\"mailto:hmoskerintz@nar.realtor\">Holly Moskerintz<\/a> at 202-383-1157.<\/p>\n<h2>Disbursement of Funds: Level 1 and Level 2<\/h2>\n<p>The request for reimbursement must be made within 1 year from when the application was approved.<\/p>\n<p>Funds will be distributed as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Request reimbursement via email to <a href=\"mailto:hmoskerintz@nar.realtor\">Holly Moskerintz<\/a>.\n<ul>\n<li>Submit the <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Grant-Reimbursement-Form-2.xlsx\"><strong>Smart Growth Grant Reimbursement Request Form<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li>Submit the <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/ACH-FORM-1.pdf\">ACH form<\/a> with your reimbursement request. Reimbursements during COVID-19 will be made via electronic transfer.\n<ul>\n<li>If electronic transfer is not possible, you can request a check.\u00a0 Checks can only be made payable to your association or board. Please provide the name and address of your Association when submitting the check request.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Submit proof of how funds were spent.\n<ul>\n<li>Acceptable forms of proof include an invoice, signed contract, receipts and cancelled checks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Level Three<\/h2>\n<p>The<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/level3-application\">Level 3 Smart Growth Grant<\/a><\/span> funds activities to engage in local land-use, growth and transportation issues with other stakeholders and elected officials which will have an impact on policies.\u00a0\u00a0 However, the Level 3 grant was developed to support more a more comprehensive initiative, demonstrates a commitment to have a positive impact on a community, and involve multiple partners and\/or stakeholders.\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/realtorparty.realtor\/community-outreach\/smart-growth\/level3-application\"><u>See details<\/u><\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;alert alert-danger&#8221;]Due to overwhelming interest, the 2025 Smart Growth Grant program has reached full capacity and is no longer accepting applications. The program will reopen in January 2026. Thank you to all REALTOR\u00ae associations who applied. We value your commitment to advancing Smart Growth in your communities. To prepare for the next cycle, contact\u00a0Hugh Morris, Manager, Community Development and Growth or schedule a Community Outreach Planning Session\u00a0for tailored support and ideas to help you make the most of future grant opportunities.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]Smart Growth Grants support state and local REALTOR\u00ae associations\u2019 efforts to advance programs, policies and initiatives aligned with one or more of the 10 Smart Growth Principles. Applications open December 4th 2024 through October 15, 2025, or until commitment levels reach 100%. In 2025, the 10% financial commitment requirement is waived for associations under Right Tools, Right Now. Questions? Email SmartGrowthGrants@nar.realtor or Hugh Morris at 202-383-1278 Frequently Asked Questions Ideas for Using a Smart Growth Grant and Success Stories NEW! Smart Growth Toolkit REALTOR\u00ae Party Success Stories Level 1 Level 1 Smart Growth grants support efforts to educate REALTORS\u00ae and community stakeholders about smart growth topics including hosting a Planning &amp; Zoning Resource: Advocating for your Community\u2019s Future class. (Note: the grant no longer supports hosting NAR\u2019s Smart Growth for the 21st Century class)\u00a0 Activities may include a class or forum, a speaker(s) who can address specific smart growth issues or a meeting with stakeholders to develop coalition efforts. Details: Maximum award: $3,000. Associations may receive one Level 1 Smart Growth grant per calendar year. Funds are disbursed using a reimbursement process. Reimbursement request must be submitted by December 15, 2024. Grant recipients must complete an evaluation form for the supported activity. LEVEL 1 SMART GROWTH GRANT APPLICATION Download examples of successful Level 1 Smart Growth Grant applications. Level 2 Level 2 Smart Growth grant supports activities to engage in local land-use, growth and transportation issues with other stakeholders and elected officials which will have an impact on policies.\u00a0 These activities could include community planning and input sessions, development of comprehensive plans and zoning policies, studies, research and reports Details: Maximum award: $7,500. Associations may receive one Level 2 Smart Growth grant per calendar year. Funds are disbursed using a reimbursement process. Reimbursement request must be submitted by December 15, 2024. Grant recipients must complete an evaluation form for the supported activity. \u00a0LEVEL 2 SMART GROWTH ACTION GRANT APPLICATION Download examples of successful Level 2 Smart Growth Grant applications. BERKSHIRE COUNTY BOARD OF REALTORS\u00ae EGYPTIAN BOARD OF REALTORS\u00ae INC HONOLULU BOARD OF REALTORS\u00ae INC Level 3 Level 3 Smart Growth Grant supports comprehensive initiatives leading to long-term impact in a community with significant REALTOR\u00ae and public and private stakeholder involvement. Level Three Details: Maximum award: $15,000. Associations may receive one Level 3 Smart Growth grant per calendar year. Funds are disbursed using a reimbursement process. Reimbursement request must be submitted by December 15, 2024. Grant recipients must complete an evaluation form for the supported activity. \u00a0LEVEL 3 SMART GROWTH GRANT APPLICATION Download an example of a successful Level 3 Smart Growth Grant application. 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