Community Microgrant Program

The Main Street Eureka Springs Community Microgrant Program (funded by Run Unicorn Run) is designed to help neighbors turn ideas into action. Whether it’s a small gathering, a creative project, or a new way to bring people together, these microgrants provide a little support to spark something meaningful. We believe some of the best ideas come from the people who live here—and sometimes all they need is a small boost to get started. Grants launch May 2026

What Could This Fund?

Not sure if your idea fits? If it brings people together in a welcoming, public space—there’s a good chance it does.

Here are just a few examples of what a microgrant could support:

Creative + Arts-Based

  • A community painting or mural project

  • Outdoor sketching or photography meetups

  • Pop-up poetry readings or storytelling nights

  • Beginner-friendly art or craft workshops

Connection + Gathering

  • Neighborhood potlucks in a park

  • Coffee meetups for new residents

  • Intergenerational game nights

  • Conversation circles around shared topics or experiences

Learning + Skill Sharing

  • “Teach what you know” workshops (gardening, cooking, budgeting, etc.)

  • Repair cafés or hands-on skill swaps

  • Creative writing or journaling groups

  • Intro classes for hobbies like knitting, chess, or music

Movement + Wellness

  • Walking groups or gentle fitness gatherings

  • Yoga or mindfulness in the park

  • Nature-based programs or guided walks

  • Beginner-friendly dance or movement classes

Just for Fun (Joy Counts!)

  • Outdoor movie nights

  • Pop-up game tournaments (chess, cards, trivia)

  • Themed community gatherings

  • Seasonal celebrations in public spaces

The Heart of It

We’re especially excited about ideas that:

  • Bring new people together

  • Use public or shared spaces

  • Offer something that doesn’t already exist

  • Are led by everyday residents

You don’t need to be an expert.
You just need an idea—and a willingness to try.