Investing in Stronger, Safer Neighborhoods: Neighborhood Watch Grant Cycle Opens February 1

The Memphis Area Neighborhood Watch (MANW) Office is now accepting applications for the Neighborhood Crime Prevention Grant (NCPG) for the upcoming grant cycle running February 1 through May 15.

During the last grant cycle alone, more than $34,000 was awarded to neighborhood groups across the city to support meaningful, community-driven crime prevention and safety initiatives.

Neighborhood Watch is a network of residents committed to preventing crime in their neighborhoods. Through partnerships with MPD, Neighborhood Watch groups work together to build stronger, safer, more connected communities.

The Neighborhood Crime Prevention Grant supports crime-prevention projects, encourages the formation of new Neighborhood Watch groups, and assists existing groups by providing resources, guidance, and funding.

Eligible neighborhood groups may apply for grants of up to $2,500 to fund crime-prevention initiatives such as lighting, cameras, and other safety-related resources.

Grant Eligibility Requirements:

To be eligible for the Neighborhood Crime Prevention Grant, applicants must:

  • Be an active neighborhood group, Homeowners Association, or faith-based organization
  • Be registered with their local MPD Station Coordinator
  • Submit an updated letter from law enforcement verifying required meetings and partnership
  • Attend a mandatory Neighborhood Crime Prevention Grant workshop
  • Be a permanent resident of the City of Memphis
  • Submit a MANW Group Registration Form with the application
  • Have a valid checking account in the group’s name
  • Submit a completed application by the deadline

Mandatory Grant Workshops

  • Virtual Workshop: January 28, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
  • In-Person Workshop: February 7, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library at 3030 Poplar Avenue

Registration and attendance at one of the two workshops are required to apply.

To register, visit: https://powerforms.docusign.net/ee10df42-3292-4062-ade0-a68ba348c487?env=na3&acct=19cbdccc-227e-46af-a46c-0559a3cca114&accountId=19cbdccc-227e-46af-a46c-0559a3cca114

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