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Hunters Point Civic Association Food Drive
Hunters Point Civic Association will distribute food this weekend to local food pantries as part of its annual food drive. Over the past few weeks the organization as collected donations from all over the city. There's still time to give and volunteer. Find out more here and by emailing brent.oleary@gmail.com.
Info Session for the All In Neighborhood Grant Program - Nov 29
Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr. is partnering with Citizens Committee for NYC (CitizensNYC) for a virtual info session covering the All In Neighborhood Grant Program. The program provides $1 million in grants to 'neighborhood-led projects that improve the quality of life in New York City.' The program is open to all types of organizations including nonprofits, voluntary groups, and civic associations. Apply here. Event info here. The session takes place on November 29 at 12:00 p.m.
Nonprofits: Application Deadline Extended to Nov 30 for COVID-19 Recovery Grant
The COVID-19 Commercial District Recovery Grant will fund nonprofit organizations that have at least three partnerships with CBDO subcontractors. To receive a grant, applicants can propose a variety of projects—neighborhood beautification, public space maintenance, merchant organizing, and more. Applications close at 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, November 30. More info here.
