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In support of New Yorkers across the city in their efforts to help build stronger communities, the Citizens Committee for New York City awards grants of $500 to $3,000 to volunteer-led groups that work on community improvement projects they feel are important to them. The Committee also supports public school-based initiatives focused on the environment and beautification, and offer project planning assistance and skills-building workshops. The application deadline is Jan. 31. For more information, call (212) 822-9580/9568 or visit www.citizensnyc.org/grants.