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Sustainable Finger Lakes
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Sustainable Finger Lakes @sustainflx.bsky.social · 15h
The Neighborhood Mini-Grant Program supports community organizations through resident-based, grassroots initiatives that improve quality of life and long-term health in communities, promote environmental stewardship, generate collaboration between groups, & create opportunities for civic engagement.
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Sustainable Finger Lakes @sustainflx.bsky.social · 15h
Thank you to Wegmans for becoming a Neighborhood Mini-Grant Sponsor!

Wegmans’ contribution to the Neighborhood Mini-Grant Program shows their commitment to building stronger, healthier communities. Thank you, Wegmans, for your support!
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Sustainable Finger Lakes @sustainflx.bsky.social · 1d
As many NYSEG customers have realized, energy costs have gone up and will continue to rise. Gerri Wiley is a long-term resident in NY’s Southern Tier, dedicated to tracking and breaking down delivery and supply cost increases through periodic updates.

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Sustainable Finger Lakes @sustainflx.bsky.social · 2d
#sustainablefingerlakes #neighborhoodminigrant #fingerlakes #tompkinscounty #ithaca #sustainability #foodpantry #community
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Sustainable Finger Lakes @sustainflx.bsky.social · 2d
Big shoutout to @mutualaidtompkins, one of our Neighborhood Mini-Grant recipients!

Through their network of food sharing cabinets across Tompkins County, neighbors can freely give and take food and essential items, helping reduce waste and fight food insecurity.

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Third Act Upstate New York @thirdactupstateny.bsky.social · Sep 19
Sun Day with a FLX Twist, Geneva, 9/21, 1:00 PM

"...rally aims to celebrate clean energy while also highlighting the environmental dangers in the Finger Lakes region. They say those concerns have been inadequately addressed by state leadership."

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#SunDayofAction
Sun Day environmental rally to be held in Geneva - Rochester Beacon
The event, part of a national day of climate action, will highlight the dangers faced by the region and call on New York elected officials to do more to protect the environment
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Sustainable Finger Lakes @sustainflx.bsky.social · Sep 18
Check out our latest newsletter and meet our new staff! sustainablefingerlakes.org/2025/09/17/s...
Summer 2025 Newsletter - Sustainable Finger Lakes
Check out our latest newsletter here!
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Sustainable Finger Lakes @sustainflx.bsky.social · Sep 11
"In New York’s Southern Tier, a largely rural region with rising average temperatures, we found that the majority of respondents agreed that climate change is happening. Now, the question becomes: how can they be part of the solution?"

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Southern Tier climate action drives local sustainability efforts
Southern Tier climate action inspires residents to tackle climate change locally, with surveys showing strong belief and personal responsibility for sustainable solutions.
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Sustainable Finger Lakes @sustainflx.bsky.social · Aug 28
Registration closes on Monday! (9/1)

We have a few spots left for our free grant workshop. With limited federal funding options, learn how to navigate grant writing for state sources and private donors

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Sustainable Finger Lakes @sustainflx.bsky.social · Aug 28
Thank you for sharing! We are dedicated to promoting resilience in our region through our programs and support for like-minded organizations 💚
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Third Act Upstate New York @thirdactupstateny.bsky.social · Aug 21
"The Finger Lakes Region thrives on community-driven efforts that promote sustainable living and protect our environment. Various local organizations and tourism initiatives actively contribute to this mission."

Including our friends at @sustainflx.bsky.social!
Exploring Sustainable Living Trends in the Finger Lakes Region: A Path to Eco-Friendly Futures | Fingerlakes1.com
The Finger Lakes Region is a hidden gem when it comes to sustainable living. With its breathtaking landscapes and rich agricultural heritage, we’re witnessing a surge in eco-conscious practices that n...
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Third Act Upstate New York @thirdactupstateny.bsky.social · Aug 18
Sign up for a virtual or in-person public hearing in August or September on the Draft State Energy Plan! The first virtual hearing is Aug 19.

Sponsored by @renewableheatnow.bsky.social and also @agreeny.bsky.social, @allourenergy.bsky.social, @mothersoutfront.org New York, and Third Act Upstate NY.
New York State Energy Plan Public Hearings
New York must lead the transition to a clean energy economy. We're calling on the New York State Energy Planning Board to guide our state toward a reliable energy system that protects the environmen...
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Sustainable Finger Lakes @sustainflx.bsky.social · Aug 18
Grant Writing Tips for Funding from Foundations www.downtownithaca.com/event/grant-...
Grant Writing Tips for Funding from Foundations
Sustainable Finger Lakes, in collaboration with WE ACT, an environmental justice group from West Harlem, is excited to offer: “Grant Writing Tips for
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NYPIRG @nypirg.bsky.social · Aug 12
🚨 Congress and the federal administration are undermining our environmental protections. NY's Congressmembers must protect NY's air and water by defending the National Environmental Policy Act!

🌍 Sign-on letter: www.nypirg.org/pubs/202508/...

📰 News release: www.nypirg.org/pubs/202508/...
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Sustainable Finger Lakes @sustainflx.bsky.social · Aug 11
Discover how Groton Public Library’s bike repair station came to life with support from our Neighborhood Mini-Grant and see the impact it’s having on the community. 💚🚴‍♀️

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Neighborhood Mini Grant in action: Bike Repair Station!
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Sustainable Finger Lakes @sustainflx.bsky.social · Aug 4
With help from our Neighborhood Mini-Grant, the Finger Lakes Toy Library was able to recognize and appreciate their dedicated volunteers who keep toys circulating, families engaged, and waste reduced through reuse and sharing!

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Neighborhood Mini Grant in action: Toy Library!
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Sustainable Finger Lakes @sustainflx.bsky.social · Jul 31
With support from our Neighborhood Mini-Grant, Open Doors English purchased library carts and books.

This initiative is giving students access to reading materials that help them practice English.

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Neighborhood Mini Grant in action: Open Doors English!
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Sustainable Finger Lakes @sustainflx.bsky.social · Jul 31
Registration is OPEN!

What you’ll learn:
- Finding state-level and private funding opportunities
- Identifying and connecting with potential donors
- Refining your organization’s elevator pitch

Register at tinyurl.com/grantworkshopsflx
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Sustainable Finger Lakes @sustainflx.bsky.social · Jul 28
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Neighborhood Mini Grant in Action: Marshy Garden!
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Sustainable Finger Lakes @sustainflx.bsky.social · Jul 28
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Neighborhood Mini Grant in Action: Marshy Garden!
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Sustainable Finger Lakes @sustainflx.bsky.social · Jul 28
#sustainablefingerlakes #sustainability #marshygarden #ithaca #environment #neighborhoodminigrant #greenfuture #soilfactory
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Sustainable Finger Lakes @sustainflx.bsky.social · Jul 28
Meet the people turning their vision for sustainability into reality! With support from our Neighborhood Mini-Grant, The Marshy Garden, now a native plant and pollinator garden, blossomed into a welcoming space for the community to grow, gather, and connect.

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Grist @grist.org · Jul 22
The race to build solar and wind in New York before Trump’s tax credit deadline.

Trump’s megabill gives wind and solar companies one year to put as many shovels in the ground as possible. They want New York officials to help.

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The race to build solar and wind in New York before Trump’s tax credit deadline
Trump’s megabill gives wind and solar companies one year to put as many shovels in the ground as possible. They want New York officials to help.
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Sustainable Finger Lakes @sustainflx.bsky.social · Jul 21
Join for a screening and panel:

🌱 Chris Burger (@sierraclub Sierra Club, National Zero Waste Committee)
🌊 Hilary Flint (@bcmac_ frontline anti-plastics organizer)
💚Liz Kreitinger, @cayugalakewatershed

Bring a friend. Share widely. Show up.
Let’s talk about plastic, pollution, and action.
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Third Act Upstate New York @thirdactupstateny.bsky.social · Jul 21
"The program is now facing drastic budget cuts. In a meeting last Friday, the state’s energy research and development arm NYSERDA warned local contractors who install the upgrades that it would be cutting the Empower+ budget from roughly $220 million this year to $80 million in 2027."
New York to Scale Back Key Energy Affordability Program
Empower+ helps thousands of New Yorkers afford energy efficiency upgrades. The state is planning to slash funding by nearly two-thirds in two years.
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