Crime Prevention Ottawa, in partnership with the City of Ottawa, offers funding for outdoor mural projects that support graffiti prevention, community safety and the beautification of Ottawa neighbourhoods. The Paint it Up! Program empowers youth through community arts.
Since its inception in 2010, Paint it Up! has involved more than 2,673 youth aged 12 to 25. There have been close to 82 mural projects across the city supported by an average grant of $5,000.
- How to apply: To find out more about the program, download the guidelines and the application form.
- Application deadline: All applications must be postmarked, e-mailed, or received by 4 p.m. Tuesday, March 31 2020.
More information over at: https://www.crimepreventionottawa.ca/cpo-initiatives/paint-it-up-graffiti-program/