The City of Dubuque will begin accepting applications for its 2026 Community Support and Empowerment Grants on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026. Applications must be submitted by Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026.

The Community Support and Empowerment Grant awards funding to multiple recipients, with a total amount not to exceed $10,000, to support programs, activities, or services that build a Dubuque community where everyone feels a sense of belonging, support, and empowerment. Proposals can be submitted by individuals, groups of residents, non-profit organizations, clubs, or businesses. Applications must include an education or engagement component and must align with at least one of the City of Dubuque’s Five Year Goals:

• Connected Community
• Diverse Arts, Culture, Parks, and Recreation Experiences and Activities
• Financially Responsible, High-Performance City Organization
• Healthy and Safe Community
• Livable Neighborhoods and Housing
• Robust Local Economy
• Sustainable Environment

Grant recipients will be notified in mid-February.

Application materials can be reviewed at cityofdubuque.org/CommunityGrants Printed application forms are also available at the Multicultural Family Center, 1157 Central Ave.