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Fund a Green Spaces Enhancement Project for the Parks Department or a nonprofit that focuses on beautification projects in Canarsie (

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In which borough should your idea take place? 
Brooklyn
Do you have a specific neighborhood(s) in mind?
Canarsie
Which audience(s) does your idea help? Select as many as apply.
Youth
Parents
Justice impacted individuals
Limited English proficient individuals
Veterans
Low income individuals
Black, Indigenous, and POC
Older adults
Unemployed individuals
LGBTQ+ community
Immigrants and/or migrants
Public housing residents
People with disabilities
Other
Describe the challenge you want to address:
nothing written
Describe your idea and approach to address the challenge:
Transform existing parks and vacant spaces into vibrant green areas. Work with local business owners with parking lots to install benches, outdoor fitness stations, and recreational equipment to benefit the community. Implement sustainable landscaping practices and engage the community in tree-planting initiatives. Host community gardening events and educational workshops on sustainable landscaping to foster environmental stewardship.
Write the zipcode that best represents your New York City community:
11236

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