Eight neighborhood groups in Phoenix are receiving grant funding from the city, most for projects emphasizing water conservation.

Phoenix announced last week in a news release there will be eight recipients for the 2025 Lock Your Block Grant Program. Each neighborhood group will receive up to $5,000 in funding to complete their projects by early 2026, totaling $40,000 in funding for the program this year.

The Love Your Block Grant Program supports neighborhood-led projects that beautify communities, build civic engagement and promote environmental sustainability. This year, seven of the eight winning proposals include a water conservation component, reflecting the community’s growing commitment to sustainability.

The $40,000 for the program was funded through Phoenix’s Neighborhood Services, Public Works and Water Services departments. Notably, Phoenix Water Services sponsored four of the grants to support projects with a focus on water-smart solutions.

“Water conservation is not just about individual actions, it’s about empowering communities,” stated Phoenix Water Conservation Policy Manager Emilie Brown in a news release. “We’re excited to see residents embracing projects that support our desert environment and make Phoenix more resilient.”

This year’s winning proposals span the city and include:

• Community murals with strong water conservation messaging
• Pollinator gardens featuring native, low-water-use plants
• Grass removal in shared neighborhood areas with xeriscape replacements
• Rainwater harvesting installations
• Creation of a community “leak watch” group to identify and repair local leaks

For more details on the LYB program, visit phoenix.gov/nsd. For information on water conservation efforts, visit phoenix.gov/savewater.

Editor's note: The above was republished from a city of Phoenix news release.