Event Grant Program
Looking to produce an event in Hoboken? We provide resources to help get your event off the ground!
The Hoboken Business Alliance supports new and existing events that drive people into Hoboken Businesses, utilize public, outdoor, or other highly visible spaces, highlight the local community, enhance cultural offerings, and provide unique experiences in Hoboken.
The Grant Funding Period is for events happening between July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025. Applications will be considered twice per year, on a seasonal basis. For the first year, applications for Fall events September – December 31 will be accepted on a rolling basis. Thereafter, applications must be submitted at least 3 months prior to event. Any applications submitted less than 90 days will not be considered.
Applications for Winter and Spring events will be accepted starting September 1. Eligible events must be located within The City of Hoboken. This grant program is administered via the Hoboken Business Alliance.
Event Criteria
The grant is open to event producers & groups looking to produce an event or activation in The City of Hoboken. Requests will be reviewed by the HBA Events Department based on the following criteria.
Economic Impact
The number of potential visitors this event will bring to the city and the potential economic impact on local businesses.
Cultural Impact
HBA will prioritize events and activations that foster social inclusion, community empowerment, are open to all ages, and are free or low cost.
Collaboration
HBA will prioritize events that support other Hoboken organizations or are produced with local partners.
Location
Events will prioritize events that activate public space and are visible at street level.
Event Grant Program Details
HBA support may be in-kind and/or monetary. In kind support may include but not be limited to social media and digital promotion; table, chair, and tent loan; and day of assistance. Grant funding of up to $15,000 based on scope, concept, and engagement opportunity is the sole discretion of the HBA and subject to a contractual agreement.
Please note we want to help enhance new concepts and supplement existing events, but we are unable to sponsor an entire event or activation through this grant. Other streams of revenue may be important to the success of the event.
We require that the proposed events enhance the Hoboken Experience. We want to find new ways to bring more people into Hoboken and support events that highlight Hoboken’s local community. Some examples of event categories include live music, art, fitness, food, fashion, etc.
Events that are free, inclusive, large-scale, and unexpected will be given priority. We also give preference to events that utilize Hoboken businesses as partners. Our goal is to increase repeat visits, extend the length of stay in Hoboken, and promote community well-being.
Remember – at least a portion of your event/activation must take place in a public space or be highly visible. Hoboken public space includes parks, plazas, streets, alleys, riverfront spaces, and sidewalks. Events inside of cultural spaces and public institutions, or within publicly accessible storefronts and locations will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Events must adhere to permits required by The City of Hoboken and be approved through the City of Hoboken event process.
Ready to apply?
We accept applications throughout the year and ask to receive them at least 90 days before the event and no more than 6 months in advance. We encourage you to submit your application as early as possible within that timeframe.
- Review the eligibility requirements to make sure your organization request fits the guidelines listed.
- Fill out the Event Grant Application
- Send any supplemental sponsorship decks
If you have any questions please email [email protected]
HBA reserves the right to return applications with additional questions, and to suggest modifications to submitted materials in order to meet the goals and objectives of the HBA Events Grant Program.