Do you have an idea for a project that will improve your neighborhood, school or community? 

The United Way of Greater New Bedford is seeking applications for its Changemaker Grants (formerly the Community Building Mini-Grants Program) which aim to empower residents to submit innovative, community projects that will bring people together while creating a positive impact in the area.

Volunteer groups in Greater New Bedford (Acushnet, Dartmouth, Fairhaven, Freetown, New Bedford, Marion, Mattapoisett, Rochester, or Wareham) can apply for up to $2,500 to complete projects that are engaging, community driven, solutions-focused, and foster unity through community action.

To be eligible for a grant, groups must be all-volunteer with budgets less than $40,000. Projects should be small in scale, Potential projects must be small in scale and reflect the goals of United Way in the areas of health, education, financial stability, or basic needs.

Last year, the grants funded projects at the Dartmouth Youth Commission and Helfand Farm Community Gardens.

Those interested in learning more about the grants are encouraged to attend virtual information sessions on Feb. 8 at 1 p.m. and Feb. 9 at 5:30 p.m. To register for the sessions, visit unitedwayofgnb.org/changemaker-grants or call (508) 994-9625.

Grant applications will be accepted through March 11 via United Way’s grant portal at unitedwayofgnb.org/changemaker-grants.