The 16 Tech Community Investment Fund was established to support resident-endorsed projects of all sizes that are important to the growth and vitality of the residents and neighborhoods near the 16 Tech Innovation District. It is overseen by the 16 Tech Community Corporation, which is firmly committed to making a positive impact in the geographic area surrounding 16 Tech. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:
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Riverside, Rivers Edge, Planners, NW Civic League, Neighbors Helping Neighbors, Kessler-Wides (KW30), Golden Hill, Cold Springs, Clifton on the River
Haughville, Hawthorne, Stringtown, We Care
Fayette Street, Indiana Avenue, MLK Jr. Street, Historic Flanner House Homes, and Ransom Place
Create meaningful workforce development opportunities for adults
that lead to career pathways earning at least a living wage.
Support the growth and sustainability of local businesses and entrepreneurs.
Expand educational opportunities for children in science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM).
Connect people and places to enhance community-building by investing in art, housing, nature and beautification of the built environment.
Build organizational capacity, grow social capital and an entrepreneurial spirit as well as support community organizing that leads to residents being more empowered.
Requests up to $25,000 from neighborhood organizations with annual operating budgets less than $1 million.
This funding pool supports projects up to $25,000 that align with the fund priorities.
Requests up to $100,000.
This funding pool supports projects up to $100,000 that align with the fund priorities. Multi-year requests will be considered.
The 16 Tech Community Investment Fund is the organization’s primary initiative to deliver on its commitment to ensure access,
opportunity and revitalization of neighborhoods near the 16 Tech Innovation District.
