Solutions Project Inc
- Assets
- $43.4m
- Revenue
- $7.1m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 11
- Location
- Oakland, CA
- Founding
- 10/2014
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 46-3811348
Organization Overview
Solutions Project Inc is located in Oakland, CA. The organization was established in 2014. According to its NTEE Classification (C35) the organization is classified as: Energy Resources Conservation & Development, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Solutions Project Inc employed 11 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Solutions Project Inc is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2021, Solutions Project Inc generated $7.1m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 29.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $12.1m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 36.5% per year over the past 7 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2015, Solutions Project Inc has awarded 446 individual grants totaling $15,909,563. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE SOLUTIONS PROJECT FUNDS AND AMPLIFIES GRASSROOTS CLIMATE JUSTICE SOLUTIONS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
CONNECT: WE CONNECT OUR PARTNERS WITH POLICYMAKERS, ELECTED OFFICIALS, PHILANTHROPISTS, AND CORPORATIONS READY TO SCALE, JUST CLIMATE SOLUTIONS.
INSPIRE: WE LEVERAGE OUR RELATIONSHIPS WITH ESTABLISHED ARTISTS AND ENTERTAINERS, CORPORATIONS, AND THE MEDIA TO AMPLIFY GROUND-UP EFFORTS.
INVEST: OUR FIGHTER FUND GRANT PROGRAM PROVIDES FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR GRASSROOTS ORGANIZATIONS IMPROVING LIVES IN COMMUNITIES FACING THE CLIMATE CRISIS.JUSTICE40 ACCELERATOR: THE JUSTICE40 ACCELERATOR WAS DESIGNED TO INCREASE ACCESS AND CAPACITY TO DRAW DOWN FUNDING FOR FRONTLINE GROUPS ELIGIBLE FOR NEW FEDERAL INVESTMENTS. THE SOLUTIONS PROJECT PARTNERED WITH ELEVATE, GROUNDSWELL, HUMMINGBIRD FIRM, AND PARTNERSHIP FOR SOUTHERN EQUITY TO MANAGE THE JUSTICE40 ACCELERATOR FUNDS.FUND FOR FRONTLINE POWER: FUND FOR FRONTLINE POWER WAS CREATED TO ACCELERATE THE FLOW OF CAPITAL, LAND STEWARDSHIP, AND RESOURCES TO THE GRASSROOTS. FULLY GOVERNED BY 13 FRONTLINE LEADERS, IT IS A $10 MILLION FUND SUPPORTING THE SOLUTIONS MOST IMPORTANT FOR CLIMATE JUSTICE. THE SOLUTIONS PROJECT PARTNERED WITH CLIMATE JUSTICE ALLIANCE AND EDGE FUNDS NETWORK TO MANAGE THE FUND FOR FRONTLINE POWER FUNDS.COMMUNICATING OUR POWER: COMMUNICATING OUR POWER IS DEDICATED FUNDING FOR COMMUNICATIONS STAFF AND NARRATIVE FELLOWSHIP PARTICIPATION. THE SOLUTIONS PROJECT COLLABORATES WITH CENTER FOR STORY-BASED STRATEGY AND CLIMATE JUSTICE ALLIANCE TO MANAGE THE COMMUNICATING OUR POWER FUNDS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Gloria Walton Board Member, President | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $264,881 |
Sarah Shanley Vice President, Brand And Partnerships | Officer | 40 | $174,900 |
Sekita Grant Vice President, Programs | 40 | $133,622 | |
Stacey Heras Operations Manager | 40 | $117,129 | |
Brandon Hurlbut Board Member, Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Favianna Rodriguez Board Member, Interim Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Story & Reach Communications Communication And Media Services | 12/30/21 | $200,446 |
Benjamin Canyon Gass Communication And Media Services | 12/30/21 | $153,404 |
No 29 Communications Communication And Media Services | 12/30/21 | $116,500 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $196,358 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $6,688,565 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $502 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $6,884,923 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $174,250 |
| Investment income | $6,737 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $7,109,557 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $9,368,816 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $466,717 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $46,672 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $665,796 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $39,172 |
| Other employee benefits | $149,752 |
| Payroll taxes | $79,442 |
| Fees for services: Management | $20,893 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $34,620 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $911,764 |
| Advertising and promotion | $152,276 |
| Office expenses | $1,312 |
| Information technology | $11,826 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $1,315 |
| Travel | $29,012 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $35,122 |
| Insurance | $16,128 |
| All other expenses | $29,638 |
| Total functional expenses | $12,107,353 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $9,633,447 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $20,008,794 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $124,909 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $57,333 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $13,567,947 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $488 |
| Total assets | $43,392,918 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $210,946 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $5,793,250 |
| Total liabilities | $6,004,196 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $12,179,378 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $25,209,344 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $43,392,918 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Solutions Project Inc has awarded $9,302,347 in support to 183 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
FUND FOR FRONTLINE POWER PURPOSE: Contribution to Fund for Frontline Power grantmaking | $1,000,000 |
JUSTICE40 PURPOSE: Contribution to Justice40 Accelerator grantmaking | $250,000 |
Slidell, LA PURPOSE: Solar battery kits for Hurricane Ida relief | $202,701 |
Flagstaff, AZ PURPOSE: Fighter Fund - Capacity Building Grant | $200,000 |
Miami, FL PURPOSE: Fighter Fund - Capacity Building Grant to Miami Climate Alliance | $200,000 |
Florence, SC PURPOSE: Fighter Fund - Capacity Building Grant | $200,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Solutions Project Inc has recieved totaling $250.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Gannett Foundations Inc Mclean, VA PURPOSE: CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $250 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance Inc Portland, OR | $17,873,097 | $40,333,579 |
Grid Alternatives Oakland, CA | $32,269,792 | $33,853,183 |
Grid Alternatives Oakland, CA | $40,864,368 | $37,598,833 |
Energy Coalition Irvine, CA | $17,114,410 | $15,434,629 |
Solutions Project Inc Oakland, CA | $43,392,918 | $7,109,557 |
Energy Action Fund San Francisco, CA | $13,042,856 | $15,440,948 |
Californias For Energy Independence San Rafael, CA | $5,056,304 | $11,791,038 |
Calcef Innovations Oakland, CA | $15,783,035 | $8,813,623 |
Global Alliance For Incinerator Alternatives Berkeley, CA | $3,935,588 | $4,680,505 |
Climate Action Reserve Los Angeles, CA | $8,572,004 | $4,530,759 |
Green Building Initiative Inc Portland, OR | $9,419,082 | $7,219,837 |
Western Climate Initiative Inc Sacramento, CA | $14,036,664 | $9,896,538 |