Hayward offers grants to organizers of local community events that enrich the City’s cultural, social and economic vitality. Our grants support nonprofit organizations in planning engaging events that attract visitors, involve residents and contribute to our City's vibrancy. Apply today to bring your event vision to life! , Requirements & Eligibility, : Special event grants are available annually to local community-based nonprofits that are corporations, associations, or agencies with a 501 (c)(3), 501 (c)(6), or other nonprofit status under the Internal Revenue Service Code. For-profit entities and individuals are, NOT, eligible. Grant applications are required annually. Previously awarded grant funding is, NOT, a guarantee for future funding. , For funding applications to be considered the, , event, must meet the following requirements, : Event must take place with the City of Hayward city limits, events taking place in unincorporated Hayward are not eligible for funding., , Event must take place during the fiscal year (July – June) in which the funds were awarded. , Event must be free to enter and open to all Hayward residents & community members and comply with applicable requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. , Events that promote, foster or perpetuate discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, age, religion, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, national origin, physical or mental disability, immigration status or sexual orientation are, NOT, eligible for grant funding., , The event must, NOT, be organized around elections or political campaigns., Event, organizers/applicants, must meet the following requirements, : , , Be a legally registered 501c(3) organization, 501c(6) business entity, or other nonprofit status., , Be the primary organizer, manager, and financial administrator for the event., , Must comply with all other applicable state, county and local laws for conducting the event including, but not limited to, acquiring all necessary event permits, licenses and waivers. , , Must be in good standing with the City of Hayward and not have any outstanding debt(s)., , Organizers of previous events may be disqualified from eligibility if: , Organizers did not adhere to all Special Event Permitting conditions or satisfy the requirements of any previously awarded City of Hayward-issued grant, , The event compromised the safety or security of the public or public systems or negatively impacted the surrounding neighborhoods and/or businesses., Eligible Uses of Grant Award, : Grant funds may, only, be used to pay costs incurred in connection with the special event, including costs charged by the City for police services and permits; and other event costs such as private security, promotion and portable restrooms and event fencing., Available Funding Levels, : City of Hayward funds will be distributed based on the Special Event Tier of awardees. Hayward has five tiers, with four eligible for the Special Event Grant. , TIER I Special Event —, Organized activities that have a stationary footprint requiring the closure of streets, public squares or plazas, often involving amplified noise, food, beverage, merchandise or other entertainment and have a greater impact on the community, which may involve the closure of multiple city blocks; closure that inconveniences numerous residents or establishments; excessive noise; attendance of 500…, GRANT AMOUNT: $10,000, (deadline to apply 120 days prior to the event), TIER II Special Event —, Organized activities that have a stationary footprint requiring the closure of streets, public squares or plazas, often involving amplified noise, food, beverage, merchandise or other entertainment, but with a lesser impact on the community than Tier I events . These events close only one city block and/or an off-street venue; have fewer than 500 total attendees; affect a minimal number of…, GRANT AMOUNT: $5,000 , (deadline to apply 90 days prior to the event), TIER III Special Event —, Organized activities that have a stationary footprint requiring the closure of streets, public squares or plazas, often involving amplified noise, food, beverage, merchandise or other entertainment and minimally impact the community. These events take place in off-street venues and do not close roads; have fewer than 200 total attendees; affect a minimal number of residents or establishments; and…, GRANT AMOUNT: $2,500 , (deadline to apply 45 days prior to the event) , TIER IV Special Event —, Parades, races, and walks following a set course that involve full or partial closure of City streets, sidewalks and/or greenways., GRANT AMOUNT: $2,500, (deadline to apply 120 days prior to the event) , Submit an Application, : The grant application period opens in, June and closes in May of the following year, or, when the annual grant funds are exhausted, , whichever occurs first. Due to limited funding, we recommend applications be submitted as soon as possible and no later than the deadlines provided above ., To complete your application please have the following information prepared, : Verification of nonprofit status Description of the event: include the target audience, activities, entertainment, vendors, food, beverages, participating organizations, etc. Proposed event budget, including what you intend to use your grant funding for Details about your plans to market your event Applications will be reviewed and evaluated according to the eligibility requirements, level of…, SPECIAL EVENT GRANT APPLICATION
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Your role as the event organizer, : Event organizers play a vital role in ensuring a successful event by promptly responding to City staff, meeting deadlines and maintaining open communication. Collaboration before, during and after the event is key to a seamless process. Compliance with the Special Event Permit conditions is essential, and organizers are responsible for ensuring adherence. Event organizers are also required to…, Role of City staff, : We are here to help walk event organizers through the Special Event Permitting process. City staff is responsible for processing applications, reviewing event requests for compliance with City codes and other relevant policies and maintaining open communication with the event organizer. Staff also acts as a liaison between event organizers, City departments, and other partner agencies…, SpecialEvents@hayward-ca.gov, , or, (510) 583-3911, ., Special Events Planning Guide, : The Special Events Planning Guide below provides an overview of relevant policies and procedures in a user-friendly manner to assist with event planning. All event organizers should review this guide prior to applying for an event, so they are aware of the complexities that come with hosting an event. , Planning & preparing for your event, :, Check the City of Hayward's Event Calendar & Community Calendar to confirm the availability of your preferred event date. , The City of Hayward's Event Calendar & Community Calendar, along with links to other partner agency calendars can be found on our website here: , Hayward Events Calendars, Apply for Special Events Grant Funding., Each year, the City of Hayward allocates and awards funding to support the production and presentation of Special Events. Total funding available to support Special Events fluctuates—as do individual maximum awards and, from time to time, processes for applying for and evaluating applications for Special Events funding awards. Learn more about available funding here: , Special Events Funding Grant, Complete and submit a Special Event Application. , Review, complete and submit a Special Event Application. This is , NOT, the permit application. The Special Event Application gives staff preliminary information about a proposed event so we can identify: if the proposed location and the event are available, if additional licenses, permits or fees are needed and if the event organizer is requesting financial assistance for their event. Once your application has been received, we will begin processing and creating…, When you need a permit for your event, : Special Event Permits are required for events that use public spaces, such as roads, greenways, public squares and plazas. Answering a couple simple questions may help determine if one needs to apply for a Special Event Permit. Will the event take place on public property? Public property is all property owned, leased, and/or maintained by the City of Hayward. If yes,, a Special Events Permit is required. , Will the event be held on private property, including areas managed by Hayward Area Recreation and Parks District and Hayward Unified School District, and involve any of the following: over 500 attendees simultaneously or the potential to temporarily close a public street or sidewalk? If yes, a, Special Events Permit is required, . Applying for an event does, NOT, guarantee that an event will be approved. Depending on the size and complexity of one’s event, it can take several months to complete all the required steps. To ensure there is plenty of lead time to process applications, applicants are urged to observe and follow the deadlines below: , Applying for an event does NOT guarantee that your event will be approved. , Depending on the size and complexity of your event, it can take several months to complete all the required steps. To ensure there is plenty of lead time to process applications you should submit your application based on the deadlines below: , TIER I Special Event —, Organized activities that have a stationary footprint requiring the closure of streets, public squares or plazas, often involving amplified noise, food, beverage, merchandise or other entertainment and have a greater impact on the community, which may involve the closure of multiple city blocks; closure that inconveniences numerous residents or establishments; excessive noise; attendance of 500…, DEADLINE TO APPLY: 120 Days to the proposed event date, . , TIER II Special Event —, Organized activities that have a stationary footprint requiring the closure of streets, public squares or plazas, often involving amplified noise, food, beverage, merchandise or other entertainment, but with a lesser impact on the community than Tier I events. These events close up to one city block and/or an off-street venue; have fewer than 500 total attendees; affect a minimal number of…, DEADLINE TO APPLY: 90 days prior to the proposed event date., TIER III Special Event —, Organized activities that have a stationary footprint requiring the closure of streets, public squares or plazas, often involving amplified noise, food, beverage, merchandise or other entertainment and have minimally impact the community. These events take place in off-street venues and do not close roads; have fewer than 200 total attendees; affect a minimal number of residents or…, DEADLINE TO APPLY: 45 days prior to the proposed event date., TIER IV Special Event —, Parades, races and walks following a set course that involve full or partial closure of City streets, sidewalks and/or greenways. , DEADLINE TO APPLY: 120 days prior to the proposed event date., Complete the intake form here: , Special Events Permit Intake Application, Work with Community & Media Relations staff to gather and complete any additional licenses, permits & documentation required for your event., Depending on the size and scope of your event, applicants may be required to submit additional documents to the City or other agencies. Below is a list of all possible requirements. Once staff has reviewed your preliminary Special Event Application, they will provide you with a list of additional documentation needed for a final permit. Here is a partial list of additional licenses, permits…
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Proof of insurance coverage and liability waivers are necessary for all special events., For more information about special events visit: , https://www.hayward-ca.gov/discover/special-events/planning-guide, Click the link below to review and download the document:
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(HAYWARD, CA) – The Hayward Police Department officers from other agencies will be escorting the body of Sergeant Scott Lunger from Oakland to Chapel of the Chimes this afternoon. The procession is expected to enter the Hayward portion of the route at approximately 1415 hours to 1430 hours (2:15 pm to 2:30 pm). The plan is to enter Hayward at 580 and Foothill, to A St., then to Mission,…, Media Contact:, Frank Holland City of Hayward 510.583.4344 Frank.Holland@hayward-ca.gov
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Work on Hayward’s 21st Century Library and Heritage Plaza project has begun. The old main library will remain open for regular business throughout the upcoming 20 months of construction. Thanks to Hayward voters who approved Measure C funding in 2014, the project is fully funded and now under way. The new library will be the most environmentally sustainable public building ever built in Hayward.…
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[video:https://youtu.be/HwaVsf7AY4I?rel=0 width:768 height:432] On October 3, 2015, several hundred community members and dignitaries gathered in Municipal Parking Lot #10 on the corner of C Street and Mission Boulevard to celebrate the ground breaking for Hayward’s 21st Century Library and Heritage Plaza project. The festivities included music courtesy of Mariachi Juvenil de Hayward; the…
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ABOUT THE HAYWARD EXECUTIVE AIRPORT, Located in the Heart of the Bay, Hayward Executive Airport (HWD) serves the transportation needs of local businesses and residents, and it is a convenient gateway for visitors arriving by general aviation aircraft.
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PREPARE FOR TAKEOFF, Hayward Executive Airport has two parallel runways of 5,694 and 3,107 feet in length. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) operates a Level 6 air traffic control tower, and there are a number of instrument approaches. Services available include Fixed Base Operators (FBO), self-service fuel station station, passenger terminal, flight schools, and aircraft maintenance. The following links…
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LET'S DO BUSINESS TOGETHER, Commercial leasing opportunities do become available at Hayward Executive Airport including aviation and non-aviation uses. Please contact airport staff for information about current commercial leasing opportunities.
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WELCOME , TO THE HAYWARD PUBLIC LIBRARY, Delivering excellent customer service to you is our #1 goal. We welcome your comments, questions, ideas, and opinions in order to serve you better.
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