LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — A local nonprofit working to empower teens has received a $5,000 donation from Nexstar Media Group, the parent company of 6 News.
The $5,000 donation is part of the Nexstar Media Charitable Foundation’s 30 Days of Giving initiative, celebrating the company’s 30th anniversary. Every day throughout the month of June, Nexstar is donating to two organizations nominated by Nexstar’s employees.
WLNS employees nominated Building Twentyone. Of the more than 100 organizations that were nominated, it was one of 60 selected to receive funding.
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Building Twentyone serves teens throughout the Lansing area through its summer programs, Friday social events, a ninja gym and other resources, according to its website. The goal is to help teens gain confidence and build a community before age 21…