The city is offering $3,000 grants to individuals and organizations working to positively impact communities around the city facing challenges related to food, climate change and overall resilience. The Food and Climate Equity Grants program builds off of last year’s Food Justice Mini Grants and the Resilience Mini Grants programs, which gave $150,000 to 51 community-driven projects. The Office of Sustainability and the Office of Resilience are collaborating on the new program to make it easier for groups to apply and access any needed support. “By combining our grant programs, we’re hoping to create a more efficient process for those working on food and climate change solutions,” said Zach Baumer, Austin’s chief sustainability officer. “This program aligns with our city’s Climate Equity Plan and its strategy of prioritizing local community initiatives.” The application deadline is July 18.
Chad Swiatecki is a 20-year journalist who relocated to Austin from his home state of Michigan in 2008. He most enjoys covering the intersection of arts, business and local/state politics. He has written... More by Chad Swiatecki