CAPACITY FUND GRANTEE, FRIENDS OF FRANCIS LEWIS PARK
The return of outdoor programming in New York has been a breath of fresh air and community groups across the city are taking full advantage with our support. Friends of Francis Lewis Park (FOFLP) in Queens recently hosted their first ever "Paint in the Park" session for kids after receiving our Capacity Fund Grant.
The event connecting art, nature, and community was born from a public engagement effort in which FOFLP surveyed park goers around what they want to see most in the park. Dorian Mecir, co-president of FOFLP, noted that the arts have been stifled during the pandemic, leaving kids yearning for an outlet. “The combination of sunshine, music, fresh air, and creativity made for the perfect day,” exclaimed Mecir.
Have a creative idea for your local park? Bring it to life with our Capacity Fund Grant! Our next deadline is in January, with info sessions happening this fall. |
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