What is GrowNYC?

GrowNYC is a hands-on non-profit organization that has been improving New York Citys environment for over forty years. GrowNYC's dedicated staff green our neighborhoods, create the environmental leaders of the future, promote waste prevention and recycling, and run the largest farmers market program in the country.

How did GrowNYC start?

GrowNYC (GrowNYC), formed in 1970 by an Executive Order of Mayor John Lindsay, is a privately funded citizens organization in the Office of the Mayor.

How does GrowNYC support its programs?

Through public support in the form of grants and contributions from individuals, foundations and corporations; government grants and contracts, and fees for certain services.

Council on the Environment, Inc. a 501-C-3 tax-exempt organization receives and administers funds for GrowNYC. The 2006/2007 Operating Budget is $4,017,000.

How do I make a donation to GrowNYC?

Donations are tax deductible. Checks may be made payable to: Council on the Environment, Inc. and sent to: 51 Chambers Street, #228, New York, NY 10007. Donations may also be made online through Network For Good.

What is GrowNYC's governance?

Up to 35 Members are appointed by, and serve at the pleasure of the Mayor of New York City. Members play a vital role in the Council: advising, assisting, fundraising, advocating, securing services and more. Members Meetings are held four times per year. A Program Committee meets four times per year to focus on the individual programs and other initiatives in greater depth.

What is GrowNYC's organizational structure?

GrowNYC is a privately funded citizens organization in the Mayors Office. GrowNYC, Inc. receives and administers the funds. Members of GrowNYC elect to be Members of the GrowNYC, Inc. which has an 11-person Board of Directors which also serves as GrowNYC's Executive Committee. The CE, Inc. Board of Directors is elected by GrowNYC Members.

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