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1		San Rafael, CA
2		LOS ANGELES, CA
3		Livermore, CA
4		San Francisco, CA
5		OAKLAND, CA
6		BERKELEY, CA
7		Sacramento, CA
8		Berkeley, CA
9		SACRAMENTO, CA
10		Lake Forest, CA
11		SAN FRANCISCO, CA
12		Oakland, CA
13		Los Angeles, CA
14		LOS ALTOS, CA
15		Mammoth Lakes, CA
16		LOS ANGELES, CA
17		EL CERRITO, CA
18		Santa Monica, CA
19		Ventura, CA
20		Corona del Mar, CA
21		Oakland, CA
22		LOS ANGELES, CA
23		PALO ALTO, CA
24		SACRAMENTO, CA
25		Pasadena, CA
26		Berkeley, CA
27		SAN MATEO, CA
28		LOS ANGELES, CA
29		SAN DIEGO, CA
30		San Rafael, CA
31		OAKLAND, CA
32		SACRAMENTO, CA
33		SAN FRANCISCO, CA
34		ROSEVILLE, CA
35		Sacramento, CA
36		Oakland, CA
37		SAN RAFAEL, CA
38		Milpitas, CA
39		SAN DIEGO, CA
40		LOS ANGELES, CA
41		Palm Desert, CA
42		SANTA ANA, CA
43		Sonoma, CA

Education and supporting wild animal, land, ocean, and other environmental protection programs.

YOUTH AMBASSADORS IAPW YOUTH AMBASSADORS, OUR SIGNATURE YOUTH EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM, PROVIDE TEENS WITH SOCIAL EMOTIONAL, AND LEADERSHIP SKILLS, EMPOWERING THEM TO FIND PURPOSE AND DEVELOP THE LIFE-READINESS AND CRITICAL THINKING NEEDED TO MAKE AN IMPACT ON THE . IAPW YOUTH AMBASSADORS ARE YOUNG PEOPLE AGES 13-18 PASSIONATE ABOUT SOCIAL CHANGE. THEY LEARN ABOUT GLOBAL ISSUES AS THEY MOVE THROUGH THE CURRICULUM BROAD RANGE OF AREAS THAT INCLUDES HEALTH, HUNGER, HOMELESSNESS, CLIMATE CHANGE, EQUALITY, EDUCATION, AND POVERTY. IAPW PROVIDES SERVICE-ORIENTED EDUCATION WITH CAPSTONE THAT INVOLVES ACTIVE PARTICIPATION AN INTERNATIONAL RURAL EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY HARMONY PROJECT.

Provide educational assistance to the public to promote environmentally and socially sustainable development; including, development and operation of a field station in , Central America.

For more than five decades, has challenged the systemic causes of poverty and racial discrimination by strengthening community voices in policy and achieving tangible legal victories advancing education, housing, transportation equity, and climate justice. We spur change through collaboration with grassroots groups representing low-income communities, people of color and immigrants, combined with strategic policy reform, media advocacy, and litigation.

ENVISIONS A RAPID, EQUITABLE TRANSITION TO A WORLD POWERED BY RENEWABLE ENERGY THAT BENEFITS EVERYONE. OUR MISSION IS TO BUILD COMMUNITY-POWERED SOLUTIONS TO ADVANCE ECONOMIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE THROUGH RENEWABLE ENERGY.

THE MISSION OF THE IS THE ADMINISTRATION OF GRANTS PRIMARILY IN THE AREAS OF MUSIC, THE ARTS AND EDUCATION WHILE ALSO SUPPORTING SOCIAL WORK, ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND SPIRITUAL AND COMPASSIONATE PROJECTS IN THE COMMUNITY. THE ALSO ORGANIZES AND IMPLEMENTS EDUCATION AND OUTREACH PROGRAMS, EXHIBITIONS AND OTHER EVENTS AND PROJECTS IN LIKE AREAS WHICH CARRY GRAHAMS LIFE STORY FORWARD AND KEEP HIS SPIRIT OF PHILANTHROPY ALIVE.

Tech is committed to providing career , job creation, job training, entrepreneurial opportunities in the economic sector. The program serves as a critical economic development resource for people from underprivileged backgrounds. Tech is charged with simultaneously developing clean energy workforce skills reversing the negative human impact on our environment.

Provide training in renewable energy sources for low-income communities.2. Provide fuel-efficient cook-stoves and training in maintenance of equipment.3. Create volunteer programs in conjunction with US universities involved in green technology to provide opportunities for students to work in community based activities.

SECURE SAFE FOR PEOPLE, RESTORE AND SUSTAIN FRESHWATER ECOSYSTEMS, BUILD CLIMATE RESILIENCE.

The specific purpose of this is to apply new green technology to build churches and homes for the needy. The is committed to mobilizing and partnering with churches and other charitable organizations for the Great Commission Matthew 28: 19-20 through all means. Its ministries involve the following: 1. To preach the Gospel and to plant indigenous churches in the rural areas: 2. To engage in social services and community outreach programs; 3. To apply green technology to build homes for people who cannot afford a place to live.

AMERICA SEEKS TO INCREASE YOUTH PARTICIPATION IN OUR DEMOCRACY THROUGH VOTER REGISTRATION AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT ON ISSUES OF PUBLIC POLICY.

The funds and amplifies grassroots climate justice .

To conserve biodiversity ecosystem functions local cultural identities through participatory solutions that protect promote sustainable use of natural support the socioeconomic development of local communities help mitigate the effect of deforestation forest degradation enable adaptation to climate change. We currently work in Southeast Asia.

ECOTRUST FORESTS LLC: LOAN MADE AT BELOW-MARKET INTEREST RATE TO SUPPORT CONSERVATION-BASED FOREST MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES WITH A KEY AIM BEING TO MITIGATE CLIMATE CHANGE.

To promote the widespread use of renewable resources and to increase efficiency through education, planning, promotion and facilitation of demonstration projects and public policy.

EIN) IS THE ONLY ENVIRONMENTAL NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO ADVANCING FUEL CELL ELECTRIC VEHICLES (FCEVs) AND RENEWABLE STORAGE AND DEEP DECORBONIZATION. OUR ORGANIZATION ENGAGES IN COMPREHENSIVE RESEARCH, POLICY ADVOCACY AND PUBLIC OUTREACH TO PROMOTE THE WIDESPREAD ADOPTION OF A DIVERSE ZERO-EMMISSION PORTFOLIO. COMMITTED TO FIGHTING CLIMATE CHANGE AND IMPROVING AIR QUALITY, EIN BELIEVES THAT FCEVs AND BATTERY ELECTRIC VEHICLES (BEVs) ARE CRITICAL TO CATALYZE A RAPID TRANSITION TO A CLEAN ECONOMY.

is driving forward technological solutions that measure and advance the UNs Sustainable Development Goals We create impact by bringing together a broad network of interdisciplinary researchers nonprofits governments and corporate actor

Our mission is to educate and empower changemakers around the world to create positive change in their communities. We provide social and climate justice curriculum to schools in 35+ countries and host an annual Global Pitch competition for students to win seed funding for their action projects. We give our students the tools, mentorship, and funding they need to make an impact on an issue they care about.

is classified as a 501(c)(3) Charity organization that builds inclusive running communities dedicated to protecting the environment by organizing climate action, sustainability practices, the protection of , and equitable access to nature.

Climate , government integrity, civic engagement

Mobilizing resources to the frontlines of movements for racial, gender, and climate justice.

THE (HAA) IS COMMITTED TO SUPPORTING AND ADVOCATING FOR WAYS WE CAN IMMEDIATELY REDUCE POLLUTION. WE WILL LEAD DISCUSSIONS ABOUT ACTIONABLE SOLUTIONS AND CLEANER FUELS THAT WILL IMMEDIATELY LOWER HARMFUL EMISSIONS. CONSEQUENTLY, HAA SETS OUT TO BUILD A COALITION OF LIKE-MINDED INDIVIDUALS, ORGANIZATIONS, AND COMMUNITIES THAT AGREE THAT IMPROVING OUR QUALITY IS NOT JUST ABOUT ELECTRIFICATION OF TRANSIT AND INDIVIDUAL VEHICLES, BUT ALSO ABOUT EARTH-FRIENDLY ALTERNATIVES TO FOSSIL FUELS THAT CAN HAVE AN IMMEDIATE IMPACT TO REDUCE EMISSIONS, INCLUDING EARTH-FRIENDLY FUELS, BUILDING SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES, WHERE WALKING, BICYCLING, AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ARE AFFORDABLE FOR ALL, IMPROVING THE EFFICIENCY, PERFORMANCE AND AFFORDABILITY OF LOW-CARBON TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS AND INVESTING IN RESILIENT INFRASTRUCTURE TO PROTECT VULNERABLE COMMUNITIES FROM THE IMPACTS OF CLIMATE CHANGE.

is organized and operated exclusively for charitable purposes within the meaning of Internal Revenue Code section 501(c)(3). . (herein referred to as or the organization) furthers charitable purposes by supporting research, development, and educational activities intended to mitigate or bring about awareness of global climate change and its effects. The organizations long-term objective is to facilitate efforts to reduce the harmful effects of climate change in order to maintain a healthy planet for generations to come.

THE PURPOSE OF THE (THE ) IS TO SUPPORT AND ITS PROGRAMS. THE SUPPORTS PARTNERSHIPS BETWEEN THE PRIVATE SECTOR AND . THE RAISES REVENUES AND RECEIVES GRANTS OR OTHER FINANCIAL SUPPORT FROM PRIVATE SOURCES IN SUPPORT OF PROGRAMS ALIGNED WITH, AND/OR MANAGED BY THE , AND INDEPENDENTLY APPROVED BY ITS BOARD OF DIRECTORS. PROGRAMS SUPPORTED IN THE CURRENT YEAR INCLUDED CLIMATE ACTION CORPS LAUNCHED IN 2020.

accelerates global climate action by locating, quantifying, and tracking methane and dioxide emissions using satellite and airborne measurements. is committed to increasing global accessibility, transparency, and (continued on p. 2)

To educate the public on issues, remedy the root causes of change, and build a new world through a Just Transition out of the extractive economy.

THE AWARDS AIM TO RECOGNIZE ALL GOOD DEEDS THAT PROMOTE COMPASSION AND EMPATHY, BENEFIT MANKIND, AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT. AT ITS CORE, THE AWARDS HOPE TO SPREAD THE FAITH OF "MUTUAL LOVE AND "SYMBIOSIS" THROUGH CELEBRATED ROLE MODELS. IT HAS AWARDED THREE INDIVIDUALS FOR THEIR ACHIEVEMENT IN "SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP", "HUMANITY AND "ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION".

We are a climate justice collective creating educational resources and experiences that empower the next generation of environmentalists.

COMBATTING CLIMATE CHANGE AND FOOD INSECURITY AND EDUCATING THE PUBLIC IN ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSCIOUS FARMING PRACTICES.

To promote the common good and social welfare of the people of by educating the public and advocating on important issues of public policy, including energy and , that will improve the quality of life and the environment in .

IS A 21ST CENTURY THINK-TANK THAT CHAMPIONS INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS TO FIX U.S. ECONOMY AND UPLIFT NEXT GENERATION. IS A CATALYST FOR CHANGE ON PRESSING ISSUES SUCH AS EXCESSIVE INCARCERATION, WORKFORCE TRAINING FOR URBAN YOUTH, AND CREATING AN INCLUSIVE GREEN ECONOMY.

TO ADVANCE ENERGY EFFICIENCY RENEWABLE ENERGY SOLUTIONS.

WE USE THE POWER OF THE LAW TO PROTECT HEALTH, PRESERVE ECOSYSTEMS, AND COMBAT CLIMATE CHANGE.

was founded on a vision of assisting low-income residents in the area of energy conservation in 1978, and is at the forefront of the affordable housing crisis in our communities, having provided decent affordable housing since 1995.

protection/enhancement advocacy

We envision a future where communities of color can build wealth, live in healthy places, filled with economic opportunity, and are ready to meet challanges posed by racism and climate change.

CONSERVE NOW WORKS TO PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT, CONSERVE NATURAL RESOURCES, ADDRESS CLIMATE CHANGE, PRESERVE HISTORIC TREASURES BY CONNECTING GENEROUS DONORS WITH CAUSE RELATED ORGANIZATIONS.

Mission is: To support the sustainable development of Vietnamese communities and the enrichment of their cultural heritage.

WE ENGAGE LEADERS TO PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN UNDER RESOURCED COMMUNITIES.

OPERATION OF SPECIFIC PROGRAMS AND GRANTMAKING TO OTHER ORGANIZATIONS EXEMPT UNDER 501(C)(3) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE. THE ORGANIZATION HAS PROGRAMS TO ERECT ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL JUSTICE INFORMATIONAL BOOTHS AND AREAS AT CONCERTS TO EDUCATE AND ENLIGTHEN PEOPLE WHO ATTEND THESE CONCERT EVENTS,AND WORK WITH BANDS AND THEIR MANAGEMENT TO DISTRIBUTE ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL JUSTICE EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION THROUGH THE BAND APPROVED INTERNET WEBSITES.THE ORGANIZATION GRANTS TO DIFFERENT EXEMPT ORGANIZATIONS THAT WORK THEIR COMMUNITIES TO PROMOTE SOCIAL WELFARE, INCLUDING SUPPORT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION,CLEAN ENERGY,ARTS,EDUCATION,SOCIAL JUSTICE AND ASSISTANCE DUE TO NATURAL DISASTER. THE ORG PROVIDES AID AND OTHER SUPPORT TO NEEDY, UNDERPRIVILEGED INDIVIDUALS WHO ONCE HAD CAREERS THE MUSIC INDUSTRY AND HAVE FALLEN ON HARD TIMES OR WHO HAVE PROVEN A LONG TERM COMMITMENT TO PROMOTE SOCIAL WELFARE BUT ARE NOW FINANCIAL NEED AND DISTRESS OR ARE EMERGENCY MEDICAL NEED.

To promote renewable energy policies in with a particular focus on energy storage.

is organized operated exclusively for public charitable purposes. The specific purpose of this corporation is focused on sustainable development initiatives leadership development nationally globally. . seeks to serve the needs of developing communities in the Third World by working with ethnic leaders in these impoverished communities to provide them with the economic resources training necessary to develop manage micro-business with the eventual goal of helping the communities achieve the independence that comes from the ability to provide for themselves through financial sustainability. . current activity: . has currently partnered with a non-governmental foundation in Thailand is working with this organization by support to build expand its aquaculture research fish-farming business.

To promote and improve the common business interests of industry members involved with residential energy efficiency systems and improvements thereto.

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