Supporting neighborhood walking groups that build connection and encourage healthy, active lifestyles.

The City of Fishers’ new Neighborhood Walking Grant provides funding to help homeowners associations and neighborhood groups launch or expand walking groups within their neighborhoods.

Neighborhood walking groups provide an easy way for residents to stay active while building relationships and strengthening social connections close to home. Through this program, the City aims to help neighborhoods create welcoming opportunities for residents to connect and move together as part of Fishers’ Culture of Health initiative.

Neighborhood Walking Grant Application Details:

• Applications Open: Oct. 1, 2026
• Application Deadline: Oct. 30, 2026
• Applicants will be notified and announced no later than Nov. 13, 2026
• Grant Amount: $200
• 10 Grants Available, limit one grant per neighborhood.

Grant Snapshot

• Available to homeowners associations and neighborhood groups within Fishers city limits.
• Provides $200 to launch or support a neighborhood walking group.
• Grant-supported walking groups must be open and inclusive to residents throughout the neighborhood.
• Selected neighborhoods will receive a yard sign to promote their walking group.
• Funding may be used for supplies and materials that encourage participation and healthy living.

Who can apply?

Homeowners associations within Fishers city limits may apply to:

• Launch a new neighborhood walking group.
• Expand or enhance an existing neighborhood walking group.

Eligible Expenses

Grant funds may be used for items that support participation, healthy living and the overall walking group experience.

Examples include:

• T-shirts or group apparel
• Water
• Healthy snacks
• Walking group supplies such as vests, walking sticks
• Race registrations
• Other related materials that encourage participation

About Neighborhood Walking Groups

A neighborhood walking group can be as simple as setting a regular day and time for neighbors to meet and walk together.

Groups can help residents get to know their neighbors, add more movement to their routines and create an ongoing opportunity for social connection. Neighborhoods are encouraged to create a walking group that works for their residents and welcomes participants of varying ages and abilities. Applicants may be asked to show how meeting opportunities are shared through regular communication, including newsletters, social media and other resident communications.

Application Requirements

Applications will be reviewed and scored based on the rubric outlined in the application. Applicants will be notified of their status and score after funding decisions are finalized.

Applicants should be prepared to provide:

1. Completed online application.
2. HOA contact information
3. Brief description of the proposed or existing walking group.
4. How grant funding will be used.
5. Plans for promoting the group to neighborhood residents.
6. Current EFT and W-9.

Questions?

For questions about the Neighborhood Walking Grant, contact Jim Ziino, Culture of Health Ambassador at ziinoj@fishersin.gov or, 317-595-3151.