Want to paint your home or replace your driveway next year? What about installing solar panels or putting in a new HVAC system? Let us help you pay for these expenses!
The City of Merriam invests in our community with several grant opportunities for residents and business owners. Merriam City Council added new grants in 2021, including a Sustainability Grant for residents and a Historic Downtown Exterior Grant for qualified businesses.
Learn more about these programs or apply for a grant at merriam.org/grants. All grant applications must be approved before you start any work on your home or business.
Contact David Easley with the Community Development Department at 913-322-5526 with any questions.
Grants for Homeowners
Exterior Home Improvement Grant
- Residents/property owners can make outdoor improvements, including a new fence, deck, roof gutters, irrigation system, tree removal, painting, siding, new driveway, and more.
- Accepting applications beginning Jan. 4
Residential Sustainability Grant
- Residents/property owners can install energy-saving systems, including solar power, wind power, high-efficiency HVAC, insulation, energy-efficient windows and doors, and geothermal heating and cooling. View the grant or contact staff for eligible energy-saving systems.
- Accepting applications beginning Jan. 4
Block Party Grant
- Residents can cover party-related expenses such as food, paper goods, party favors, and the hiring of entertainment/performers.
- Accepting applications beginning April 1
Neighborhood Island Grant
- Residents can get 100% reimbursement to purchase preapproved plants and pay for upkeep for one of 20 islands. Plants must be installed by June 15.
- Accepting applications beginning April 1
Stormwater Program
- Residents can receive 50% matching funds for adding rain barrels, rain gardens, native tree plants, and other native plantings to their property.
- Accepting applications beginning Jan. 4
Grant for Business Owners
Historic Downtown Exterior Improvement Grant
- Business/property owners can make outdoor improvements, including painting, siding, door/window replacement, awnings, building additions, landscaping, and more. See website for program boundary.
- Accepting applications beginning March 8
