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GRANT APPLICATION
Welcome and thank you for your interest in leading the way in climate action on your NYCHA development. Your visions are at the heart of NYCHA's future. Before you begin your grant application, please review the information below as well as our Application Guidelines and Inspiration Projects. All applications must be submitted online through the link to the application form, included below. Please direct any questions or problems to sustainbility@nycha.nyc.gov. Good luck on your application!
Eligibility
All NYCHA Residents
The Climate Action Grant is open to all current NYCHA residents. Awardees may be subject to an address check. Any outstanding questions regarding eligibility may be emailed to sustainability@nycha.nyc.gov
Timeline
Grant Cycle
Applications are currently being accepted on a rolling basis.
Awards
NYCHA will award projects up to $5,000 in value*
*A single (1) awardee to be granted to residents of Community Board 104 (Harborview, Elliot, Chelsea and Fulton Houses) through West Side Community Grant.
Selection Criteria
Creativity and Innovation
How creative is this proposal and is it a new and bold project for the development or NYCHA?
Impacts
How well does the proposal address sustainability and how will it affect climate action at the development moving forward? Are the costs reasonable for the impact expected?
Longevity
How long are the impacts of the program expected to last and to what degree? Will this program leave its mark on the community once passed?
Readiness and Feasibility
In terms of schedule, budget, and available resources- how likely is this project feasible and capable of being completed during the grants window?
Community Building
How will this project strengthen lasting social infrastructure and build networks that support further climate action? How will this project be intergenerational - engaging youth, working adults, and seniors for sustainability?
Mission Alignment
How does this project meet the priorities of the NYCHA Sustainability Agenda or wider priorities of the NYCHA Sustainability Department?
Application Form
Before you begin answering these questions, make sure you've reviewed the criteria above as well as the Application Guidelines. Good luck! If you have any questions, please refer to our FAQ page, or email sustainability@nycha.nyc.gov
Application Support Webinar
A virtual application webinar was hosted during the inaugural round of submissions which may be requested for viewing. For any application support or questions, please reach out to sustainabilty@nycha.nyc.gov.
We are happy to share more about the grant program, eligibility requirements, project timeline, and assist applicants who are inspired to realize their impact-driven idea.
Website and program materials were developed by Grain Collective.
To learn more about the program, or if you have any questions, please email: SUSTAINABILITY@NYCHA.NYC.GOV
