The Love Your Block Program, run by the City of Jackson, is offering mini-grants for businesses, nonprofits, community groups, churches, and educational institutions to implement neighborhood improvement projects. These projects aim to beautify neighborhoods, create communal spaces, foster community engagement, and celebrate local culture. The program will award up to eight grants ranging from $250 to $5,000. Proposals must include projects that benefit the entire community, such as public art, community gardens, or cultural events. Applications open on August 14, 2024, and close on August 30, 2024. Selected projects must be completed by April 1, 2025, with exceptions for murals, which have a deadline of May 16, 2025.