Apply now for the Neighborhood STAR and Cultural STAR programs
The 2025 grant applications for the City of Saint Paul’s Neighborhood STAR and Cultural STAR programs are now open.
Online applications for both programs are due no later than Friday, May 2 at 4 p.m.
Neighborhood STAR
The Neighborhood STAR program funds capital projects in Saint Paul neighborhoods. To be eligible for a STAR grant, an applicant must:
- Be located in or do business in Saint Paul
- Make a capital improvement with an expected life of 7+ years
- Have a project that contributes to the prosperity, cultural diversity, and/or vitality of Saint Paul neighborhoods
Details on eligibility, application requirements, and the evaluation and selection process are available in the program guidelines. The guidelines are available in English, Spanish, Hmong/Hmoob, Somali, and Karen.
A virtual pre-proposal workshop will be held on Tuesday, April 8 from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. to provide program information to prospective applicants.
Have questions? Contact the Neighborhood STAR staff at PED-NeighborhoodStar@stpaul.gov.
Cultural STAR
The Cultural STAR program grows Saint Paul's economy by strengthening the arts and cultural sector and supporting downtown as a vital cultural center.
Organizations can apply for grants for special projects, organizational development, or capital projects. Special projects and organizational development work must take place between August 1, 2025 and July 31, 2026, to be eligible for this funding round. For capital projects, the work must happen between August 1, 2025 and July 31, 2027.
Attend the virtual information session on Tuesday, April 8 at 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. to learn more about the program and what makes a successful application.
For additional help, contact Cultural STAR staff at PED-CulturalStar@stpaul.gov.