Solutions Project Inc

EIN: 463811348 501(c)(3) Environment

Oakland, CA

Total Revenue
$19,356,592
Total Expenses
$20,189,264
Total Assets
$30,075,631
Net Assets
$28,308,483
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2013
Legal Domicile
CA
Principal Officer
Gloria Walton
Phone
5102555547
Tax Period
2023-01-01 to 2023-12-31

Solutions Project Inc, founded in 2013, is a mid-sized nonprofit in the Environment sector that reported $19.4M in total revenue in fiscal year 2023. Revenue surged 273% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum.

Mission

The Solutions Project funds and amplifies climate justice solutions created by frontline community organizations.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $9,203,879

Grantmaking: Our grantmaking provides financial support for grassroots organizations primarily led by women and people of color that are improving lives in communities facing the climate crisis. In...

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Grantmaking: Our grantmaking provides financial support for grassroots organizations primarily led by women and people of color that are improving lives in communities facing the climate crisis. In 2023, we awarded $8.3M in grants to 127 organizations.

Program 2
Expenses: $8,186,307 Revenue: $170,500

Ecosystem Funds: We administer grantmaking for movement-accountable funds that are designed to strengthen frontline climate leadership and innovation. These funds include the Justice40 Accelerator...

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Ecosystem Funds: We administer grantmaking for movement-accountable funds that are designed to strengthen frontline climate leadership and innovation. These funds include the Justice40 Accelerator and Fund for Frontline Power. In 2023, we awarded an additional $7.7M in ecosystem grants to 119 organizations.

Program 3
Expenses: $1,840,975

Narrative & Communications: Our narrative and communications programs amplify diverse voices and solutions to change mainstream climate narratives. In 2023, our support helped 50 grantees secure...

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Narrative & Communications: Our narrative and communications programs amplify diverse voices and solutions to change mainstream climate narratives. In 2023, our support helped 50 grantees secure 20,200 social media mentions and press hits that generated an estimated 10 billion potential views.

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Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)

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Financial Overview (2023)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $19,094,894
Program Service Revenue $170,500
Investment Income $89,827
Other Revenue $1,371
TOTAL REVENUE $19,356,592

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $16,120,004
Salaries & Benefits $1,808,529
Fundraising Expenses $456,089
Program Expenses $19,231,161
Other Expenses $2,260,731
TOTAL EXPENSES $20,189,264

Year-over-Year Comparison

2023 2022 Change
Revenue $19,356,592 $5,188,682 +2.7%
Expenses $20,189,264 $14,268,549 +0.4%
Net Income $-832,672 $-9,079,867 -0.9%
Key Indicators
Grants to Organizations Grants to Individuals Lobbying Political Activity Foreign Activities Donor Advised Fund Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
8
Independent Members
8
Employees
11
Volunteers
8

Governance Policies

Conflict of Interest Policy
Whistleblower Policy
Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

Operated a School
Operated a Hospital
Provided First Class Travel
Reported Conflict of Interest
Reported Asset Diversion
Excess Benefit Transaction
Made Political Expenditures
Engaged in Lobbying
Operated Donor Advised Fund
Maintained Art Collections
Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers
5
$990,734
Total Directors
9
$990,734
Key Employees
1
$215,701
Highest Compensated
4
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Billy Parish Board Member 3.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Brandon Hurlbut Board Member, Treasurer 3.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Don Cheadle Board Member 3.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Favianna Rodriguez Board Member, Interim Vice Chair 3.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
George Goehl Board Member, Secretary 3.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Justin Winters Board Member 3.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Mark Ruffalo Board Member 3.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Sharon Alpert Board Member, Interim Board Chair 3.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Gloria Walton CEO & President 40.00
Officer Director
$362,790 $627,944 $990,734
Sarah Shanley Managing Director 40.00
Key Emp
$182,335 $33,366 $215,701
Clare Winterton-joined 52023 Chief Programs & Operating Officer 40.00
Highest
$125,920 $33,471 $159,391
Thelma Young Sr. Communication Strategist 40.00
Highest
$125,052 $31,317 $156,369
Ena Coleman Digital Strategist 40.00
Highest
$116,757 $16,714 $133,471
Ming Liu Public Relations Manager 40.00
Highest
$112,448 $23,890 $136,338
Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Net Income
2024 No data No data No data No data
2023 $19,356,592 $20,189,264 $30,075,631 $-832,672
2022 $5,188,682 $14,268,549 $34,968,135 $-9,079,867
2021 $7,109,557 $12,107,353 $43,392,918 $-4,997,796
2020 $45,401,764 $3,953,475 $43,539,033 $41,448,289
2019 $1,801,529 $2,003,633 $2,071,432 $-202,104
2018 $3,222,611 $2,763,506 $2,065,928 $459,105
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