Greenpoints’ Holiday Lights Face Funding Shortage As Crowdfunding Campaign Launches

The large illuminated G hanging above the intersection of Greenpoint and Manhattan avenues often signals the start of the winter holiday season, but this year, the festive display is in jeopardy. Typically underwritten by small businesses throughout Greenpoint, the Greenpoint holiday lights display may not raise enough money to fund the installation and electricity during 2020.

“Local businesses cannot afford to fund the Greenpoint Holiday Lights this year. This means that Manhattan Avenue will be…