GREEN
CITY
FORCE
Building the future.
“GCF not only helped me discover my interest in energy efficiency but also helped me secure my first job…and provided […]
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.
“If there’s a long road ahead of you, once you take that first step you’ll realize you’re already at your […]
Over the past few weeks, we had the pleasure of attending two exceptional Professional Development Days, thanks to the generous […]
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.”
NYCHA Residents
RESIDENTS
OF NYCHA
The Service Corps designs and drives closed-loop 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 through local leadership and community buy-in. 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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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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