Sustainable Dubuque, Multicultural Family Center to Host Information Session on Youth Climate Action Fund

MAY 16, 2024

Teenagers and young adults in Dubuque are invited to learn more about the funding available through the Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Youth Climate Action Fund at an informational session next week. Sustainable Dubuque and the Multicultural Family Center will host the session at the MFC, 1157 Central Ave., on Thursday, May 23, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Participants can enjoy free pizza, then join a brainstorming session to discuss possible projects.

Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Youth Climate Action Fund is a program that provides funding and technical assistance for young people between the ages of 15 and 24 to design, produce, and govern urgent climate solutions. Dubuque was announced as one of 100 cities joining the program last month. The City has received $50,000 to distribute in the form of microgrants. If that funding is fully committed within six months, an additional $100,000 will be made available.

Microgrants of between $1,000 and $5,000 are being made available for young adults in Dubuque. Projects may vary in scope, but must align with Dubuque’s 50% by 2030 Climate Action Plan. Details on how to secure one of the grants will also be discussed at the informational session on May 23.

Additional information about Dubuque’s participation in the Youth Climate Action Fund can be found at www.sustainabledubuque.org/ycaf.

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MEDIA CONTACT
Gina Bell, Director of Sustainability
GBell@cityofdubuque.org, 563.690.6038