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Downtown Event Grants

Montpelier Alive works to create a vibrant and livable Montpelier by celebrating its heart and soul: its downtown. A great way to celebrate is to bring community together through events!

Often, we’re asked to help run events for other organizations who may want to come into the downtown. While we love to see events come to Downtown Montpelier, we do not have the capacity and budget to get directly involved in implementing them. Although we put on our own series of events, taking on other events, even when they include really fun ideas, is generally outside of our ability and scope. Please know that just because we can’t organize your event doesn’t mean we are not in support of you and your efforts.  In addition to our equipment loan program, and access to our downtown event planning handbook, one of the many ways we support events is through our Downtown Event Grant Program!

Downtown Events Grant Program 2026

Now accepting applications for the 2026 Downtown Events Grant Program, supporting programs, festivals, and events that bring energy and activity to downtown Montpelier.

A total of $5,000 is available (with grants of up to $2,000) for projects taking place on or before April 1, 2027. In addition to funding, selected grantees receive hands-on support from Montpelier Alive, including event consulting, promotion, and access to equipment and resources to help bring ideas to life.

We’re especially interested in collaborative efforts, events that engage the downtown business community, and proposals that add something new to Montpelier’s event calendar. Applications are due by Friday, April 24, 2026 at 5pm.

Explore full guidelines and apply here.

2025 Downtown Grant Event Awardees

The 2025 recipients are: