RXR Building Community Fund Extends Deadline To Apply

NEW ROCHELLE, NY — RXR Realty, a real estate owner, operator and developer in the New York Tri-State area, announced that the RXR Building Community Fund at the Westchester Community Foundation is now accepting applications for grants up to $50,000 to enrich the lives of young people in the city of New Rochelle. Applicants can apply here.

Due to strong interest from The Fund's launch, RXR has extended the application deadline to Feb. 14, giving even more organizations the chance to apply.

Tax-exempt organizations serving New Rochelle youth can apply for grants of no less than $2,500 and no greater than $50,000. Grants will be for a period of one year. Preference will be given to those innovative programs that enhance the skills, abilities, talents and resources of New Rochelle’s young people, and that incorporate youth voices in program design and/or implementation.

Capitalized with a seed contribution of $225,000 from RXR, the new fund will provide grants to innovative and meaningful programs and facilities that address issues including:

• Youth enrichment
• Workforce development
• Economic development
• Parks, recreation, and wellness
• Environment and sustainability
• Public safety

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