Our grantee partner, Go Austin/Vamos Austin! (GAVA) has worked tirelessly for years organizing and mobilizing community power to reduce barriers to health while increasing institutional capacity to respond to the people most impacted by historic inequities.. Through various programs and campaigns, GAVA seeks to reduce the negative impacts of systemic health inequities in the following three ways: ✅ Increase access to physical activity and improved nutrition ✅ Build community power ✅ Foster permanency As it relates to climate justice, GAVA has continued to support residents in identifying, initiating, and leading efforts to reduce the negative impacts of flood risks, extreme heat, grass fire risks, and other climate shocks and stressors that strain community health and the ability of residents to stay in their neighborhoods. We are proud to shine a spotlight on GAVA this #LatinxHeritageMonth!
The Solutions Project
Non-profit Organization Management
Oakland, California 6,726 followers
Let's create the future we want!
About us
The Solutions Project funds and amplifies grassroots climate justice solutions across the US and Puerto Rico, especially those created by Black, Indigenous, Immigrant, women, and other people of color-led organizations. We operate as a national intermediary dedicated to improving the material conditions of the people directly impacted by the climate crisis, who we believe play a central role in finding and scaling solutions. We make grants to over 140 organizations closest to the problems created by pollution and climate change, amplifying the ideas and energy of those on the frontlines. We use culture, policy, and media as a strategy to bring focus and attention to what is working and what is not. The current moment appeals to philanthropy to be more attuned and holistic in its approach. To recognize interconnectedness, and to be in deeper service of communities. This is the type of philanthropy we embody. We envision a world where everyone has affordable housing, meaningful work, and a healthy place to live. A world created for the people, by the people. 100% for 100%. We make grants to the dozens of organizations closest to the problems of and solutions to pollution and climate change. We also help our partners tell their stories in the media so people everywhere can see what's working in the most unlikely of places. Finally, we get the best climate solutions in front of decision makers in government, business, and philanthropy so they put their money behind what works. Let's create the future we want!
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http://thesolutionsproject.org/
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- Non-profit Organization Management
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- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Oakland, California
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2014
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- media, communications, funding, grantmaking, climate change, environmental justice, philanthropy, climate solutions, non-profit, grassroots solutions, BIPOC leadership, Feminine leadership, and Frontline leadership
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4096 Piedmont Ave
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Oakland, California 94611, US
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In honor of #LatinxHeritageMonth, below are a few inspiring books about environmentalism and climate change by some profound Latinx authors! 📖 Climate Change from the Streets by Michael Méndez 📖 Latinx Environmentalisms by Sarah D. Wald, David J. Vazquez, Priscilla Solis Ybarra & Sarah Jaquette Ray 📖 Youth To Power by Jamie Margolin Lets us know in the comments if you've read! #TheSolutionsProject #ClimateSolutions #ClimateJustice
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Our CEO, Gloria Walton, is redefining climate justice! 🌍 Read how she's turning challenges into victories in her latest feature.
Just another inspirational post ❎ Real ideas to fuel your leadership journey ✅ Hear from the 2024 #McNultyPrize Winners—Anseye Pou Ayiti's Nedgine Paul Deroly and Jean-Claude Brizard, Resilience Force's Saket Soni, and The Solutions Project's Gloria Walton—as they share life-changing advice that has guided them through adversity, empowering them to persist and lead with resilience and purpose. Want more inspiration? Head to the link in our bio to hear their powerful stories, explore their leadership journeys, and discover innovative solutions to today’s most pressing challenges. https://lnkd.in/dPq4vsBQ
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The words of Gloria Walton speak truth to power and we are so grateful to the McNulty Foundation for amplifying them!
“We all know that the climate crisis affects all of us, but it does not affect us all in the same way.” - Gloria Walton, #McNultyPrize Winner and CEO of The Solutions Project. At the Resnick #AspenAction Forum, Gloria highlighted a crucial truth: the solutions to the climate crisis are right in front of us. The key to lasting change lies in community-led, people-first approaches that prioritize equity and justice.. As Climate Group’s #ClimateWeekNYC begins, these approaches will be central to the discussions. The Solutions Project will be at the forefront, advocating for climate solutions that empower the communities most impacted. Learn more and support this organization today: https://lnkd.in/dNHqwkJ
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Yesterday at #ClimateWeekNYC , Shaheen H., from The Solutions Project, spoke on an inspiring panel with climate justice leaders: 💚 Darryl Molina Sarmiento Communities for a Better Environment 💚 KD Chavez from Climate Justice Alliance 💚 Dwaign Tyndal from Alternatives for Community & Environment (ACE) 💚 Courtenay A. Barton, MPA from UNITE-EJ - the EPA Thriving Communities Western States National regranting award winner, partnered with CJA, Chisholm Legacy, NDN Collective and governed by the Fund for Frontline Power. They shared powerful stories from the frontlines, reminding us that climate justice is racial justice. We’re honored to work alongside these leaders to uplift the communities most affected by the climate crisis. #LetsCreateTheFuture #ClimateWeekNYC #ClimateJustice
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Our next grantee spotlight for #LatinxHeritageMonth is dedicated to the hardworking staff and members of Comite Civico del Valle (CCV)! CCV was founded on the principle, “informed people build healthy communities" and continues to incorporate that mission statement in all partnerships, research studies, and civic engagements comprised by their organization. With the Imperial County having the lowest rate of EV chargers per capita of all 58 counties in California, recently, they successfully launched an initiative for much-needed Electric Vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, locating their first charger in the City of Brawley, CA. Their current goal is to install 40 publicly accessible charging stations in order to produce more local green jobs, boost tourism, create STEM education opportunities, and reduce harmful air pollution so that they can achieve EV Equity and Environmental Justice for disadvantaged communities of the Salton Sea California Border Region. We applaud CCV's commitment to advancing ambitious climate goals while also making sure marginalized communities always have a seat at the decision-making table when it comes to creating climate solutions that will impact the health of current residents, as well as future generations.
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This #LatinxHeritageMonth, we want to highlight some of our Latinx staff and member-led grantee partners that are making huge strides toward combating climate change in their communities. Up first is People Organizing to Demand Environmental and Economic Rights (PODER)! PODER's mission is to organize with Latinx immigrant families and youth to put into practice people-powered solutions that are locally based, community-led and environmentally just. They strongly believe everyday people can shape their neighborhoods and economies and they work in several key areas to ensure their communities in San Francisco are strong and sustainable including: ✔️ Civic Engagement & Immigration Rights ✔️ Community Organizing & Building Power ✔️ Intergenerational Leadership Development ✔️ Solidarity Economy & Climate Resilience Visit their page to support their incredible work and help them advance their community vision!
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Join The New School and Climate Justice Alliance for an inspiring conversation on how grassroots-led climate solutions are not just innovative and scalable but essential for the systemic change we need – featuring our Managing Director of Grantmaking and Programs, Shaheen H.
#ClimateWeek2024EventAnnouncement Grassroots Power: Perspectives on the Impact & Scale of Community-led Climate Solutions 🗓️Date/Time: Thursday, September 26, 2024, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (EDT) 📍Location: The New School Wollman Hall, 66 West 12th St., NYC Register Today: bit.ly/Grassroots_Power This #ClimateWeek2024, join the Tishman Environment & Design Center, Climate Justice Alliance, and the National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy for our joint event, “Grassroots Power: Perspectives on the Impact & Scale of Community-led Climate Solutions in-person and virtual event.” This will be a galvanizing conversation on how grassroots-led climate solutions are not just innovative and scalable, but essential for the systemic change we need. Learn and exchange with seasoned leaders from frontline communities, who will share real-world examples of how these solutions redefine success in climate action and how to support these transformative programs and models across academia, government, the private sector, and philanthropy. Follow our partners to stay connected to the Climate Justice news and initiatives: Climate Justice Alliance National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy Alternatives for Community and Environment The Solutions Project Movement Generation Justice and Ecology Project The Alliance for Sustainable Resources Management (AMANESER 2025) #EJisDemocracy #CenteringJustice #EJDisruptDesign #ClimateJustice
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During the most recent Resnick Aspen Action Forum, our President & CEO Gloria Walton participated in a fruitful conversation with Stace Lindsay of Aspen Institute, Saket Soni of Resilience Force, and Nedgine Paul Deroly & Jean-Claude Brizard of Anseye Pou Ayiti. They discussed the importance of amplifying frontline innovation and Gloria shared her bold vision of channeling resources to frontline communities, emphasizing that these communities know what’s best for their needs and are advancing climate solutions that benefit everyone. Click the link below to read our latest blog celebrating Gloria Walton's leadership and The Solution Project's commitment to funding frontline climate solutions! https://lnkd.in/eDkuPWek
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This is incredible! 🎉 Congratulations to Naomi Davis, Suzanne Singer, and Oscar Londoño for being featured on The Grist 50! 🌱🙌
President & Chief Executive Officer at The Solutions Project
I’m excited to share that The Solutions Project grantee partners Naomi Davis of Blacks in Green, Suzanne Singer of Native Renewables, and Oscar Londoño of WeCount have been featured on The Grist 50! This recognition celebrates leaders who are driving transformative change in their communities and pioneering innovative solutions. - Naomi Davis founded Blacks In Green to bring her vision of sustainability to Chicago. They are transforming vacant lots into gardens and turning a church into a clean energy hub, and creating a blueprint for resilient, prosperous Black communities. - Suzanne L. Singer co-founded Native Renewables Inc to bring off-grid solar power and battery storage to homes on Navajo and Hopi reservations. They are improving energy independence and the quality of life for Indigenous communities while advancing the clean energy revolution. - Oscar Londoño, co-executive director of WeCount!, fights to protect immigrant workers in South Florida from exploitation and climate change. His team launched the ¡Que Calor! campaign, advocating for heat protection standards for water, shade, and rest breaks. Though developers blocked the vote and Florida banned local heat standards, the movement continues to grow, inspiring similar efforts in Phoenix and pushing for national protections. Your dedication to climate and economic justice inspires me today and everyday. I’m honored to celebrate your leadership and vision being recognized. Continue to shine! ✨