Local non-profits can now apply for $225k in funding

Applications are being accepted for NBC 4 New York and Telemundo 47's "Project Innovation" grant challenge, supporting local organizations who are addressing local community issues through innovative solutions.

For program details, rules/eligibility information and to submit a grant application in English, visit nbcuprojectinnovation.com. Bilingual service organizations interested in submiting a grant application in Spanish can also visit nbcuproyectoinnovacion.com.

Applications for Project Innovation close on February 15, 2019. Winners will be announced by both stations in April 2019.

“Building strong classrooms and advancing STEM education are important community priorities for WNBC. This is why we are excited to again partner with the NBCUniversal Foundation and reward innovative non-profits who are making our schools and neighborhoods better places to live and learn,” said Eric Lerner, WNBC President and General Manager.

Eligible non-profits will be located in the Tri-State region and serve the WNBC/WNJU viewing area. They must have an annual operating budget of more than $100,000, and use innovation to inspire community solutions in any of the following four grant categories:

1. Community Engagement: Programs that enable individuals to engage and volunteer in their communities.
2. Culture of Inclusion: Programs that seek to build pathways for diverse and equitable communities.
3. Youth Education: Programs that equip youth with the tools they need to succeed, including STEM/ STEAM education. 4. Community Engagement: Programs that enable individuals to engage and volunteer in their communities.

“Telemundo 47 is pleased to support innovative non-profits who are driving change and moving our region’s Spanish-speaking communities forward,” said Cristina Schwarz, Telemundo 47 President and General Manager.

To learn more about Project Innovation 2019, join the stations’ webinar on Tuesday, January 22 at 4 PM ET. Register here.