Neighborhood Development & Community Engagement
When we look at our communities, we don’t just see customers, we see our neighbors. We take pride in our New York neighborhoods, so we want to do more than provide reliable, quality service. That is why we are providing lasting support in the form of investment in local organizations, volunteer initiatives, community planning, neighborhood impact programs, community outreach, New York restoration projects and more.
Volunteering in our communities
Volunteerism is one of our bedrock values, and our partners and employees always show up strong to make a difference at our events. From our Day of Service to the Season of Giving, when we volunteer together, we’re improving our neighbors’ lives and effecting change on the ground in the places we live and work.
Goals
Volunteer on the ground to serve our communities
Provide community development grants to local organizations
Beautify local buildings and landmarks to reflect our local pride
Increase our neighborhood impact
Offer family and community engagement programming
Provide community service projects to improve neighborhoods
Our programs
By working with local municipalities on recommendations for storefront upgrades, murals and other construction projects, we can improve our communities and leave them in a better place.
In partnership with the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Children's Museum, we are providing children with learning experiences through STEM-based activities to get them learning in new ways.
Love Letter Series
We love our communities and we work with our partners to support them.
Grant Opportunities
Neighborhood Investment Program
We’re proud to support nonprofits, faith-based organizations, cultural institutions and recreational programs that offer our community members more affordable housing and public services.
Learn about Neighborhood Investment Program
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Small Business Technical Assistance
We’re providing small business grants that will provide the resources our economic development partners need, so they can continue to serve and support local businesses in New York.
Learn about Small Business Technical Assistance
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Youth Spaces Competition
With the direct input of our community members, we’re helping nonprofits revitalize physical spaces meant to serve young people—from computer labs to dance studios and beyond.
Learn about Youth Spaces Competition
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Coming together for our communities
A Tiny Home for Good
Providing safe, affordable and dignified housing for people coming out of the shelter system.
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City Parks Foundation
Dedicated to invigorating and transforming parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life.
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Girls Inc.
Building the new generation of strong, smart and bold leaders through direct service and advocacy.
United Veterans Beacon House
Offering housing and essential services to help homeless veterans reintegrate into society.
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Island Harvest
Ending hunger and reducing food waste on Long Island.
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1653 Foundation
Preserving, restoring and enhancing Huntington’s parks and public spaces.
Murals
Buffalo, NY
Mural by Tyshaun Tyson
Syracuse, NY
Mural by Ally Walker
Troy, NY
Brooklyn, NY
Long Island, NY
Articles & updates
Contact us
Want to learn more about our New York sustainability initiatives? Contact us today at ProjectC@nationalgrid.com.