Description
Title: A resolution approving a Youth Climate Action Fund grant application from Bloomberg Philanthropies to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Office of the Mayor, to create a Neighborhood Youth Climate Captains program in collaboration with the non-profit Cumberland River Compact to offer Nashville youth a way to have a tangible impact on the city.
Summary
The legislation pertains to a grant application for $50,000 from Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Youth Climate Action Fund to establish a "Neighborhood Youth Climate Captains" program in Nashville. This initiative, in collaboration with the Cumberland River Compact, aims to empower local youth (ages 15-24) to engage in climate action projects, such as tree planting and community cleanups. The program is designed to foster leadership skills and community involvement among young residents. Approval of this resolution is crucial as it enables the city to access funding that supports environmental sustainability and engages youth in meaningful civic activities, ultimately benefiting Nashville's climate resilience efforts.