Blog – New Sun Rising

MCDC seeking Request for Proposals for 216 North Avenue

Posted on July 26, 2022 by Alyse Horn

The Millvale Community Development Corporation (MCDC), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is seeking a qualified construction firm to provide reconstruction cost estimating services for 216 North Avenue, a mixed-used certified green building …

Local nonprofits to release “Boom & Bust,” a documentary posing questions about the future of petrochemicals in Beaver County

Posted on July 15, 2022 by Alyse Horn

AMBRIDGE, Pa. — It’s on the minds of many in the county, though some more overtly than others. After five years of construction, hype from government officials and pushback from …

Data + Creative Advocacy initiative launches to promote impact, social innovation

Posted on July 6, 2022 by Alyse Horn

Graphic by Hunter Smith To support the data needs of under-resourced organizations and communities, New Sun Rising (NSR) launched the Power in Numbers (PiN) initiative in 2019. At 1 p.m. …

Cultural festivals flourish through sustainable, collaborative values

Posted on June 21, 2022 by Alyse Horn

When it comes to setting the culture of community events, artists hold power. They create opportunities for others to become immersed in their environment and help establish sustainable, equitable pathways …

Virtual retreat brings together leaders of community transformation, creative expression

Posted on June 2, 2022 by Alyse Horn

Above: “Short Break” by Wildstyle Paschall for All317HipHop. Paschall was a speaker during the first Positive Deviants Virtual Retreat in May. When you think of Positive Deviants, what comes to mind? …

Triboro Ecodistrict Workshop brings together regional leaders interested in learning sustainability strategies

Posted on June 1, 2022 by Alyse Horn

For well over a decade, Millvale, Etna, and Sharpsburg have been pursuing and implementing ecodistrict strategies, and on March 25-26 during the Triboro Ecodistrict Workshop, they were able to connect …

Upcoming ONS Mini-Grant deadline June 2022

Posted on May 23, 2022 by Alyse Horn

Above: A student involved in the Believe & Achieve Learning Hub, which received mini-grant funding in 2020. Pittsburgh, PA — The next One Northside (ONS) Mini-Grant application deadline is Thursday, …

NSR project sites in Millvale, South Hilltop secure over $1.5 million in federal funding

Posted on April 29, 2022 by Alyse Horn

Above: A member of the South Hilltop Men’s Group working on phase two renovations at the Millvale Food + Energy Hub. Photo by Christian Nowlin. Resilient communities are built upon …

Etna-Sharpsburg Earth Day Challenge, Millvale Earth Day Clean-Up

Posted on April 15, 2022 by Alyse Horn

Friday, April 22 marks the 52nd anniversary of Earth Day with countless traditions being formed nationally and internationally over the years to commemorate the holiday. For the past three years …

Triboro Ecodistrict businesses, nonprofits can save by going solar

Posted on March 24, 2022 by Alyse Horn

Whether it’s cutting down on costs or lowering your environmental footprint, there are many reasons more and more organizations are choosing to go solar. G.E.T. Solar Communities: Triboro, a local …

Trade programs available for Triboro Ecodistrict residents

Posted on January 28, 2022 by Alyse Horn

Are you a Millvale, Etna, or Sharpsburg resident and looking to start your career in the trades or expand your education? Sharpsburg Neighborhood Organization is offer $100 per week stipends …

District PGH aims to assist regional communities, increase resilience through American Rescue Plan Act resources

Posted on January 28, 2022 by Alyse Horn

The Sustainable Communities Resource Guide created by District PGH can help communities utilize ARPA funds Pittsburgh, PA — With the creation of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), District PGH is …