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GCF Celebrates Women’s History Month, National Nutrition Month and Social Work Month!

GCF Celebrates Women’s History Month, National Nutrition Month and Social Work Month!

Dear GCF Community, Did you know that March is Women’s History Month, National Nutrition Month and National Social Work Month? We […]

Service Corps



Program
Overview

The Service Corps is GCF’s flagship AmeriCorps service and training program. Corps Members serve full-time to gain the skills, certifications, and experience required to launch sustainable career pathways while serving NYC public housing communities.

 

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Our
Mission

We are working toward a “green city” rooted in social, economic, and environmental justice. We view young adults from frontline communities as the essential force for driving the emergence of sustainable and resilient cities—by transforming their own lives, leading community transition, and promoting the values of a new regenerative and inclusive economy.


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Lift Every Voice! Celebrating Black History, Resistance, and Excellence!
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Lift Every Voice! Celebrating Black History, Resistance, and Excellence!

Dear GCF Community, This year, I have been struggling to land on a Black History Month message that felt right. […]


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Alumni Profile of the Month: Cristal Gonzalez
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Alumni Profile of the Month: Cristal Gonzalez

“I had an interest in hydroponics, spa science and cooking and [GCF] helped me to turn that interest into a […]


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Graduate Testimonial

“The first time I wore my uniform, I walked with a sense of purpose and I realized how important being a Corps Member was to me.”

Anisa McMillan, Cohort 20, 2020 Graduate

Social Enterprise



SOCIAL
ENTERPRISE
PROGRAM

The GCF Illuminators help thousands of low-income New Yorkers reduce their energy bills every year in partnership with energy service providers and NYSERDA. Staffed and operated by GCF alumni, the Illuminators execute large-scale energy audit and retrofit projects in low-to-moderate-income single and multi-family housing.

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NYCHA Residents



RESIDENTS
OF NYCHA

The Service Corps designs and drives sustainability initiatives across the New York City Housing Authority and NYC. From Farms at NYCHA to Love Where You Live, GCF serves residents’ and communities’ health and sustainability. Learn how you can get involved, take home fresh produce, join the Service Corps or refer a friend or family member.

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