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Big Grove Brewery believes in celebrating and giving back to the neighborhoods we call home. That’s why we’re excited to introduce The Neighborhood Beer Micro-Grant Program, fueled by every case of Neighborhood Beer sold. With proceeds from each case reinvested into our Big Grove for Good Foundation, we’re turning your beer into community-building power—supporting causes that matter most to you.

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More Than Beer

Through The Neighborhood Beer, we’re not just giving back; we’re celebrating the communities that inspire us. From amplifying local stories on our packaging and social channels to working hand-in-hand with neighbors, this is more than just a beer. It’s an initiative to ensure our communities continue to flourish.

What We’re About

While we’ll continue our broader support for our giving initiatives through the Big Grove for Good Foundation, we also know that sometimes it’s the small things that make the biggest difference. The Neighborhood Beer Micro-Grant Program empowers individuals and neighbors to bring positive change to their communities with grants ranging from $250 to $1,000.

Why It Matters

We believe strong communities are built through small acts of connection and care. By funding micro-grants, we’re investing directly in the people and projects that bring neighborhoods together—helping to strengthen bonds and create lasting positive change.

Big Grove Employees donating chainsaws to Local Fire department.
Photo of instructor and Hawk during School of the Wild class at big Grove
Overhead photo Big Grove Neighborhood Block Party
Big Grove Volunteers cleaning trash from Iowa Waterways
Big Grove Employees at Pride Parade

What We Fund

Enhancements and Accessibility

  • Small projects that enhance equity, accessibility, and improve or provide resources to your neighborhood.
  • Improvements like building ramps, benches, Community Fridges & Pantries or communal spaces.
  • Getting your hands dirty, building things, and providing supplies

Environmental Stewardship

  • Collaborative projects that preserve and enhance the local environment.
  • Creek clean-ups, tree planting, or pollinator gardens.
  • Encouraging getting outside and care for the environment.

Community Connection Events

  • Foster community engagement by creating spaces for connection, learning, & neighborhood initiatives.
  • Educational & community learning for neighborhoods
  • Cultural celebrations, neighborhood BBQs, or shared workshops that build relationships.

Neighbor-Nominated Projects

  • Have a neighbor in need? Apply on their behalf. Whether it’s helping someone rebuild after a storm, making their yard more sustainable, or improving their accessibility and quality of life, we want to help.

How It Works

Submit Your Idea

  • Fill out a simple application describing your project, its impact, and how it benefits your neighborhood.
  • Include a brief budget showing how the funds will be used.

Review and Approval

  • Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Priority is given to projects that align with our mission to foster social connection, address inequities, and enhance quality of life.
    Be sure to check the guidelines on who is ineligible for funding and the restrictions on how funds can be used.

Get to Work

  • Once approved, we’ll send you the funds—and in some cases, we might even roll up our sleeves and join in!
  • We’ll follow up with a brief survey to learn how your project went, along with an opportunity to share photos and personal stories.

Neighborhood Beer Microgrant Program 
Stipulations & Guidelines

Approved Uses of Funds

Funds awarded through the Neighborhood Beer Microgrant Program may be used for the following expenses:
• Materials & supplies
• Specialized labor
• Equipment
• Rentals
• Food & non-alcoholic beverages
• Entertainment

Prohibited Uses of Funds

Funds may not be used for:
• Alcohol
• Tobacco
• Weapons
• Controlled substances
• Personal bills & expenses

Eligibility Requirements
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The Neighborhood Beer Microgrant Program ("Program") is open to legal residents of the State of Iowa, Illinois, and Nebraska who are eighteen (18) years of age or older at the time of application. Void outside of these states. 
The following individuals and entities are not eligible to apply for or receive funding through the Program:
(a) Individuals who, on or after 1/1/2025, are or were directors, officers, employees, or agents of Big Grove Brewery ("Sponsor"), its parent, subsidiary, or affiliated entities, or any independent contractors directly involved in the administration of this Program.
(b) Individuals or organizations engaged in the development, production, or distribution of promotional materials for this Program.(c) Immediate family members (defined as spouse, IRS dependent, or biological/step-mother, father, sister, brother, daughter, or son, and each of their respective spouses) of any individual in the above categories, regardless of residence, and individuals residing in the same household as any such person, whether related or not.
(d) Individuals employed by a government entity or otherwise prohibited from applying for or accepting a grant by any applicable employment, internal, or institutional policy.
(e) Retailers, distributors, or their representatives who sell or distribute Sponsor’s products.
(f) Any individual or entity that is otherwise ineligible to lawfully participate in this Program under applicable law.By applying for the Program, each applicant unconditionally agrees to comply with these eligibility requirements and the decisions of Sponsor, which shall be final and binding in all respects.

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