Expanding Access to Solar for Nonprofits
This grant helps Pima County nonprofits serving marginalized communities install solar energy systems, reducing energy costs and environmental impact while promoting sustainability.
Funder: Community Foundation for Southern Arizona
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards in 2025 totaled $944,609 across 9 organizations; individual award sizes may vary.
Summary: Supports Pima County nonprofits serving marginalized populations to transition to solar energy, reducing costs and environmental impact.
Description
The Nonprofit Solar Project, administered by the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona (CFSA) in partnership with private donors and Solar United Neighbors of Arizona, aims to expand access to solar energy for nonprofits in Pima County. The initiative targets organizations serving marginalized or environmentally impacted communities, helping them reduce energy costs, lower their carbon footprint, and redirect savings to programming and operations. The program invests in local distributed solar energy, promotes sustainability, and seeks to increase the visibility and adoption of solar power in the region.
