New York City Economic Development Corporation

Buyer is launching a fund to support workforce program pre-development activities in East Brooklyn. Buyer seeks to award funding to multiple proposals from nonprofit organizations. Eligible activities include research, partnership development, curriculum creation, marketing, and sustainable funding planning. Programs should connect jobseekers to industrial and green economy careers. Awards will range from $50,000 to $250,000 per organization.

• 11/18/2024 - Optional virtual information session
• 11/20/2024 - Deadline to submit questions
• 11/22/2024 - Deadline for NYCEDC to post responses
• 12/19/2024 - Proposal Due Date

• Nonprofit organization registered as a 501(c)(3)
• Operating for a minimum of 5 years
• Deep ties to communities in East Brooklyn
• History of delivering workforce development programs and services

• Conduct research and planning for workforce development programs
• Develop partnerships with industry and community organizations
• Create curriculum and training materials for workforce programs
• Design marketing and outreach strategies to recruit program participants
• Develop sustainable funding plans for long-term program operation