Please see our past updates if you weren’t getting them, and please take a moment to register for our new webinar series!
Sustaining and Rebuilding Resilient Communities Webinar Series
– It was great seeing so many of you for yesterday’s discussion about Earth Day advocacy & organizing, EPN and L4GG resources, and federal updates. You can find slides from the call here.
– As reminder, we hope ALL of you will join us 1-2pm eastern on the 2nd Wednesday of each month for a new monthly webinar series to provide communities and their partners with deep dives into timely topics such as “Exploring Philanthropic Funding,” “Building Financial Management Capacity for Future Federal Funding,” “Lessons Learned from Emerging Climate Resilience Hubs,” and more. We will also give updates on litigation, regulations, and funding opportunities.
– Please register here and join us next month on Wednesday, May 13th, from 1-2pm eastern.
Federal Fund Protection Updates and Office Hours
Current grantees and those who are fighting for their funds are invited to join L4GG on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month to receive updates on the ongoing grant termination litigation, talk to lawyers about the Court of Federal Claims, and ask grant and litigation-related questions.
– Please register here for the next office hours on Wednesday, April 22, from 12:30-1pm eastern.
Philanthropic and Federal Funding Opportunities
EPN has launched Beyond Federal Funding: EPN’s Monthly Bulletin (updated on April 6), a resource guide to funding opportunities—including philanthropic, state, and local funding.
– Please check out our Funding Bulletin.
– And please use EPN’s Technical Assistance Request Form to request 1:1 funding discovery support or other technical assistance.
– L4GG’s Sprint Hub provides direct legal support for all types of green finance and funding needs for community projects. L4GG will work with you to identify potential investors or mission-driven lenders, including Green Banks and CDFIs, to close any funding gap. In addition, L4GG provides pro bono legal support from their Green Finance Team, led by Carol Khalil, to help you navigate the complex world of alternative funding sources for your project. Get direct pro bono assistance for your project here!
– Lastly, please see a number of highlighted philanthropic funding opportunities below:
US Climate Action Network (USCAN) 2026 Catalyzing Grants
The application portal for the USCAN 2026 Catalyzing Grants is now open. BIPOC-led grassroots and frontline organizations with budgets of $300,000 or less are eligible to apply for grants of up to $25,000 to support operations, campaigns, or programmatic needs. Applications are reviewed by a committee of network member leaders with deep experience in frontline organizing and environmental justice, ensuring decisions reflect community priorities. The application deadline is May 1 at 5pm eastern. Optional Office Hours will be held on April 15 at 12pm eastern for prospective applicants to ask questions and learn more. For additional information and to apply visit the USCAN’s website, and for questions, contact Tahisha Victor at catalyze@usclimatenetwork.org.
Solar Moonshot Program Grant
The Solar Moonshot Program supports nonprofit organizations across the United States in making the transition to clean, renewable energy. By helping offset the upfront cost of solar installations, the program enables mission-driven organizations to reduce operating expenses while advancing environmental sustainability. Grants of up to $25,000 are available, with award amounts based on each organization’s financial need and project scope. Priority is given to projects that:
- Leverage additional funding sources
- Are located in Communities of Concern
- Serve youth and educational institutions
At this time, they are not accepting applications from houses of worship or religious organizations.
In addition to direct grants, the program offers short-term, low-interest recoverable grants to help bridge funding gaps associated with the federal Investment Tax Credit.
The 2026 Solar Moonshot Program is made possible through support from the BQuest Foundation and two anonymous donors, and is managed by Hammond Climate Solutions Foundation. Learn more and fill out the program questionnaire here.
Fellowship Opportunity
HIP Líderes Fellowship
The HIP Líderes Fellowship is back for its 11th cohort—and this year, it’s heading to the Southwest. The program is now accepting applications from Latine, Afro-Latine, Indigenous-Latine, and Native leaders based in Arizona, Colorado, Navajo Nation, New Mexico, Nevada, Texas, and Utah who are working across philanthropy, nonprofits, advocacy, and the broader social impact sector.
Built by and for people doing the work on the ground, the Líderes Fellowship creates space for leaders to deepen their skills, build authentic relationships across the region, and strengthen their ability to show up for their communities with clarity and collective power. Rooted in a commitment to equity, the program is designed for those who are advancing opportunity, shifting narratives, and mobilizing resources in and alongside Latine and Indigenous communities—especially at a time when that leadership is both critical and urgent. Fellows join a cohort of peers who understand the challenges and opportunities of this work, gaining access to a supportive network and opportunities for growth that extend beyond the fellowship itself.
Applications are open through May 31, 2026. An informational webinar will be held on April 15, with application review taking place in June and July and final notifications shared in August.
Workshops, Conferences, and Town Halls
Elective Pay: Setting the Story Straight
L4GG is hosting a practical webinar focused on elective pay on Wednesday, April 15, at 11am Pacific/2pm eastern. This session is designed to separate fact from fiction and give you a clear understanding of where things stand today.
During the webinar, they’ll walk through which tax credits remain available, how to approach construction timelines in light of recent updates, and what you need to know about the new Prohibited Foreign Entity restrictions. They’ll also cover the nuts and bolts of successfully filing with the IRS to claim credits through the elective pay process, including how to navigate common challenges and ongoing delays.
Importantly, you’ll hear directly from peers who have already gone through the process. They’ll share practical strategies, lessons learned, and tips for working effectively with the IRS—insights you won’t find in guidance documents alone. Register here.
Fair Shake Environmental Legal Services Workshops
Fair Shake Environmental Legal Services is a nonprofit environmental law organization that expands access to environmental justice by providing legal services regardless of income. The organization offers legal counsel, litigation support, nonprofit consulting, and community planning and outreach to individuals, community groups, and nonprofits navigating environmental law and policy. Fair Shake also hosts a monthly legal advocacy workshop series (held every third week of the month) focused on building practical law and public policy skills.
Upcoming events include “Policy, Legal, and Organizing Levers” on Monday, April 20, from 12–1:30pm eastern, which provides the opportunity to explore a “Choose Your Own Adventure” resource to find levers that you can pull to move your goals forward. Please visit Fair Shake’s events page for the most current workshop information and to register.
BEA’s AI and Environmental Justice: Community Town Hall
As conversations around AI accelerate, it’s important to ground them in the realities facing communities on the ground. Join BEA on April 29 from 1–2:30pm eastern for a community conversation designed for grassroots and environmental justice groups to explore what AI means for work, communities, and the broader landscape of power and governance. Drawing on insights from across BEA’s network, this session will surface emerging themes, reflect on shifting perspectives, and offer tools and framing to support your strategy and organizing—whether you’re already engaging on AI or just beginning to navigate its impacts. Register here to join.
Forth 2026 Mobility for All Scholarship
Forth is now accepting applications for the 2026 Mobility for All Scholarship, offering a valuable opportunity for community leaders to attend the Forth Roadmap Conference, taking place September 13–15, 2026, in Seattle, Washington.
This scholarship is designed to support leaders from community-based organizations who are working to expand access to clean transportation in historically underserved communities and communities of color. Selected recipients will receive complimentary conference registration along with a $1,000 travel stipend to help offset the cost of attending. (Limit one recipient per organization.)
The Forth Roadmap Conference brings together advocates, policymakers, industry leaders, and community voices for two days of connection, collaboration, and innovation focused on the future of equitable, clean transportation. Scholarship recipients will have the opportunity to engage directly in these conversations, share their perspectives, and build meaningful partnerships. The deadline to apply is April 30, 2026, and notification of awards will be June 29, 2026. Apply here, and for more information about the scholarship or the conference, please contact Simbiat Yusuff-Mueller at SimbiatY@forthmobility.org.
EPA’s Water Technical Assistance
Closing America’s Wastewater Access Gap Initiative
EPA’s “Closing America’s Wastewater Access Gap” initiative supports communities that lack adequate wastewater and sanitation infrastructure—an issue affecting an estimated 2.2 million people nationwide. Through the program, underserved rural, Tribal, and low-income communities can receive no-cost technical assistance to assess needs, identify solutions, and access federal funding made available through recent infrastructure investments.
The initiative is designed to improve public health, environmental protection, and economic opportunity by helping communities build sustainable wastewater systems. Applications for assistance are accepted on a rolling basis, with no fixed deadline. Learn more and request assistance here. For questions, email SepticHelp@epa.gov.
EPA’s Real Water Technical Assistance (RealWaterTA) Initiative
EPA’s Real Water Technical Assistance initiative provides free, hands-on support to communities and water systems working to improve drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure. The program is designed to help address common challenges such as aging systems, regulatory compliance, and limited technical or financial capacity—particularly in small, rural, and underserved communities.
Through RealWaterTA, EPA and its partners offer customized assistance, including help with planning, system management, funding applications, and project development. The goal is to strengthen local capacity and ensure communities can access and effectively use federal infrastructure investments. Requests for assistance are accepted on a rolling basis, with no fixed deadline. Request assistance here.
Resources
Climate Ready Resource: Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA)
In response to increased attention on the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA), Climate Ready has shared a new resource to support organizations navigating this evolving landscape. “FARA:10 Things To Do Now” provides practical, actionable steps organizations can take to strengthen compliance, reduce risk, and prepare for potential scrutiny.
Drawing on recent experience and emerging challenges across the field, this resource covers key areas including legal considerations, communications strategies, and financial readiness. It is designed to help organizations move from a reactive posture to a more proactive and prepared approach as the environment continues to shift.
You can access the resource through the Climate Future Ready Hub at www.climatefutureready.com/hub (password: EF2026CRP), where you’ll also find additional tools and insights to help your organization stay ahead of emerging risks.