Georgia BRIGHT is about bringing the benefits of solar and battery storage to the families that need it most. One of our first lessees, the Thomas Family, shared this powerful story about how their system helped them during #HurricaneHelene To get a free assessment and explore solar for your home, fill out an inquiry form today at https://georgiabright.org #CleanEnergy #SolarPower #nonprofit
Capital Good Fund
Financial Services
Providence, RI 1,667 followers
We help people fix their finances, reduce stress, and build for the future
About us
Founded in 2009, Capital Good Fund (Good Fund) is a social change organization whose mission is to create pathways out of poverty through equitable financial services. As a nonprofit, U.S. Treasury certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), we offer families living in poverty one-on-one Financial & Health Coaching and honest, affordable loans. www.GoodFund.us
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http://capitalgoodfund.org/
External link for Capital Good Fund
- Industry
- Financial Services
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Providence, RI
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2009
- Specialties
- microfinance and Financial Coaching
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Primary
22 A Street
Providence, RI 02907, US
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Employees at Capital Good Fund
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Capital Good Fund is expanding affordable solar options in Southwest PA with the launch of Pennsylvania BRIGHT! Thanks to $1.15M in local funding, 100 low-to-moderate-income families in select counties can access solar and battery systems, reducing their energy costs by 20% monthly. With support from The Heinz Endowments, The Henry L. Hillman Foundation, The Pittsburgh Foundation, and BQuest Foundation, this initiative will ease the energy burden for communities who need it most. At launch, the program will be working with a growing list of trusted local installers, including EIS Solar, Envinity Inc., Elysium Solar Energy and Green Rack Solar. Learn more via the press release: https://bit.ly/3XIfRWY. #SolarEnergy #Sustainability #EnergyEquity #Pittsburgh #ClimateAction #RenewableEnergy #PennsylvaniaBRIGHT
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Capital Good Fund reposted this
As we head into Climate Group #NYCClimateWeek, we want to highlight some of the work Candide Group’s newly launched Afterglow Climate Justice Fund is up to! So far, we’ve moved $7.8M to three companies: RE-volv – RE-Volv is a climate justice nonprofit that helps nonprofits in historically excluded communities across the country go solar, while raising awareness about equitable climate solutions and training the next generation of clean energy leaders. Green Energy Justice Cooperative via Blacks In Green– The purpose of Green Energy Justice Cooperative is to create energy sovereignty for Black and Brown communities everywhere by owning clean renewable energy generation and distribution that meets the needs of our communities. The Cooperative’s vision is to achieve economic, political, and educational independence for Black and Brown communities everywhere through the achievement of energy sovereignty. Georgia Bright via Capital Good Fund – Capital Good Fund is a Rhode Island-based nonprofit social change organization that uses financial services to tackle poverty and environmental injustice in America. Capital Good Fund offers solar leases, low-interest loans, and one-on-one Financial Coaching for the lower-income residents of Georgia, Rhode Island, Texas, Illinois, Florida, Delaware, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Colorado. We look forward to meeting with ecosystem partners in the coming months as we strive to more capital to essential community projects on the front lines of the climate crisis. Big thanks to Neal Parikh, Aner Ben-Ami & James Pippim and everyone else who helped get these deals across the finish line! #afterglowcjf #climatejustice #impactinvesting #climateweek
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🛑 "I am currently on maternity leave and not receiving any money. I have a newborn and I need money for food, as well as to pay my bills while on maternity leave." 🛑 This is a word-for-word response from a Good Fund client seeking a low-dollar, low-interest loan for help through a period of financial instability. We can all agree that every American should have the resources, support, and financial safety to feed their children, afford their rent, navigate health crises, receive dental care, and pay their bills. But the stark reality is many simply do not. One nonprofit, grant, or loan can't solve these issues, but I am so, so, so very proud of Capital Good Fund's staff, dignified resources, capital, kindness, and compassion for the clients we serve. If you work with or know folks who may need a bridge for financial support feel free to share the info below ⬇ #CDFI #CapitalAccess #EconomicMobility #FinancialServices
Impact Loans - Capital Good Fund
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Capital Good Fund reposted this
Stop the #DebtTrap! Car title loans are expensive, risky and place borrowers in a cycle of long-term debt. There are safer lending options available! Please see the alternatives below: 1. Capital Good Fund offers financial services in the form of small loans and financial coaching. 2. Self-Help Credit Union offers fair, accessible banking and financial services, education and resources. 3. Bank on Atlanta offers safe, affordable and certified banking accounts. 4. On the Rise Community Development Inc. offers financial education and mentorship to build financial well-being. #FinancialEducation #SelfHelp #MakingChange #AffordableLoans #FinancialWellness #GeorgiaWatch #ConsumerProtection Liz Coyle
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Georgia residents face triple-digit interest rates from title lenders, making it harder for many to break free from debt. Georgia Watch is looking to change that.👏 Learn more about these efforts and read how our low-interest loans offer an alternative to high-cost debt traps via 11Alive: http://bit.ly/4e4NSYe. #GeorgiaResidents #BreakTheCycle #AffordableLoans #FinancialWellness #GeorgiaWatch #ConsumerProtection #DebtTrap #Georgia #CommunityResource
'They just prey on us' | State law allows title lenders in Georgia to charge triple-digit interest rates, trapping many customers in cycle of debt
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In the next installment of our Financial Enrichment Webinar Series, coaches will be covering "Couples & Money" alongside Independent Financial and Citizens on Thurs, Sept 18th at 6pm EST. 💸 Learn more and register to join via bit.ly/3GuzcT2. #financialcoach #nonprofit #moneyconversations #couplesandmoney #financialfreedom #finlit #webinar
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Please join me on Wednesday, September 25th for the first stakeholder meeting of the Georgia Solar for All Program! This meeting will be held via Zoom from 12 pm to 1 pm and is open to all interested stakeholders and members of the public. During this 1 hour session, we will provide an overview of the proposed Georgia Solar for All program, share an estimated timeline for launching programs, and highlight future opportunities to get involved as a community partner, project host, vendor, or participant. We will also take your questions and feedback to shape our ongoing work plan negotiations with the EPA. Please register here and share widely! https://bit.ly/3TncByP
Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Georgia BRIGHT Webinar: Solar For All Stakeholder Meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
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Capital Good Fund reposted this
Check out this excellent report from RMI looking at how Direct Pay can accelerate the adoption of clean energy in low-income communities. Among other things, RMI highlights Capital Good Fund's BRIGHT Solar Lease model! Check it out: https://lnkd.in/ggVhVZsq
Scaling Low-Income Solar with the Inflation Reduction Act - RMI
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I am so honored to congratulate Capital Good Fund's very own Director of Georgia Bright, Alicia Brown, for being selected as one of Grist's 50 people "who are tackling some of the most pressing problems of today in innovative and exciting ways." We are delighted to have her leading our Georgia Solar for All work--she is a true dynamo and champion for environmental justice, and a kind, brilliant, and passionate person! Read more about why she was selected here: https://lnkd.in/gTHua3Uf
Grist 50 2024
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