Faith Alliance for Climate Solutions (FACS)

The Faith Alliance for Climate Solutions (FACS) is a Virginia-based nonprofit that brings together the faith community to advocate for local solutions to climate change. Their advocacy work spans a broad range of issues, including electrification, expanding parks, reducing waste, and encouraging congregations to transition to renewable energy sources. Residents can get involved by joining a local hub, which connects them with a diverse network of advocates in their area.

Link: Faith Alliance for Climate Solutions [ https://faithforclimate.org/ ]

Action: Take Action [ https://faithforclimate.org/advocacy/advocacy-action/ ]

Faith in Place

Faith in Place empowers communities of various faiths to serve as leaders in the environmental movement. Their Green Team Coaches work in concert with local faith communities to help them enact positive change, develop leadership skills, and connect with potential allies. Faith in Place has Green Teams across Wisconsin, Illinois, and Indiana, and is also an affiliate of the national Interfaith Power & Light organization, which advocates for environmental justice nationwide.

Link: Faith in Place [ https://www.faithinplace.org/ ]

Action: Connect with a Green Team Coach Near You [ https://www.faithinplace.org/green-team-coaches ]

Plant with Purpose

Plant with Purpose is an international Christian organization that works to reverse both global poverty and environmental damage in 9 countries worldwide. In pursuit of this mission, they empower rural farming families with community-based projects related to watershed restoration, regenerative agriculture, agroforestry, climate mitigation, economic resilience, and education. Their development work is holistic and locally-led, with an additional emphasis on women’s inclusion.

Link: Plant with Purpose [ https://plantwithpurpose.org/ ]

Action: Pray with Us [ https://plantwithpurpose.org/pray/ ]

Learn more about the relationship between spirituality & environmentalism here. [NOTE: 1y4e is a secular organization.]