"Trust-based philanthropic grantmaking needs to be an essential component of the investment strategy for any institution serious about advancing a just and equitable transition to renewable energy. This isn't only an opportunity to mitigate climate change; it’s a vital opportunity to reinvest resources and power into communities that have historically borne the brunt of economically and environmentally extractive industry." - Suzanne Singer, ED of Native Renewables & Emily Teitsworth, ED of the Honnold Foundation
In September 2023, the Honnold Foundation traveled to New York City Climate Week with a clear message: trust-based philanthropy is essential.
Joined by HF partners Native Renewables Inc, Ceibo Alliance, Amazon Frontlines, and BK ROT INC, Alex and HF Partners took the stage at Clinton Global Initiative, Concordia, Salesforce, and the Explorer's Club of New York to advocate for solar investments in frontline communities worldwide.
Every year, we comb through hundreds of inspiring applications from grassroots communities, small nonprofits, and leaders who have an idea to use solar energy to alter the trajectory of their community for the better. In 2023, we reviewed over 300 applications and identified $28 million in fundable projects. HF has grown dramatically in the past few years, and we're prepared to once again fund $2 million in solar energy projects around the world. However, the global demand for this work still dramatically outpaces our funding capacity, underscoring the urgency of the work ahead.
Remember, Alex Honnold's annual commitment covers the Honnold Foundation's operating expenses. That means that a donation to HF directly supports our Partners' work— no admin, no overhead, just impact. Interested in sponsoring a project, or group of projects? Reach out!