Community and Individual Support Programs

The City of Lakewood offers a variety of programs to help eligible residents access and participate in community services. Explore the opportunities below to learn more and find out how to apply.

Community Grant Program

Annual grants to nonprofits serving Lakewood residents.

Energy and Water Program Income Qualified Resource Guide

A summary of FREE energy and water programs for income-qualified (low and moderate) households.

Food Scrap Drop-Off Program

Drop off food scraps for composting at convenient sites across the city.

Lakewood Possibilities Fund scholarships can be applied to fees for programs and facilities, including before and after school care, summer and other break camps, arts classes, swim lessons, admission to recreation centers and swimming pools.

Let's Go Camping

Learn the basics of camping at this overnight event for first-time campers hosted annually in June at Bear Creek Lake Park. We'll provide outdoor activities, dinner and breakfast. Eligible Lakewood Possibilities Fund use.

Neighborhood Get-Togethers Grants

These grants, ranging from $100 to $300, are intended to support projects or event that bring neighbors together around a shared purpose or activity. Block parties, cleanups, supplies for a neighborhood volunteer project - these are just a few examples of projects that are eligible for funding.

Community and Individual Support Programs

Community Grant Program

Energy and Water Program Income Qualified Resource Guide

Food Scrap Drop-Off Program

Lakewood Possibilities Fund

Let's Go Camping

Neighborhood Get-Togethers Grants

Neighborhood Participation Program

School Age Services

Youth Programs Grant