named programs · 9 · from sources
what they call their work
Access to Electric Vehicles
Connects low-income communities with electric vehicle programs.
Community Solar
Develops shared solar arrays that benefit high energy-burdened customers and affordable housing providers
Energy for All Program
Provides no-cost solar installations for low-income homeowners, multifamily affordable housing, and community solar projects
Installation Basics Training (IBT)
Hands-on solar training program connecting people to clean energy jobs through real-world installation experience
International Program
Brings solar energy and job training to off-grid communities in Nicaragua, Nepal, Mexico, and Puerto Rico
Policy and Program Administration
Works to ensure access to solar energy for all, including administering solar incentive programs in California and advocating for low-income solar policies.
SolarCorps
AmeriCorps-funded fellowship program providing career-launching solar installation and workforce training
Tribal Energy Alternatives
Tribal-led program implementing solar projects and workforce development in Native American communities
Workforce Development
Offers hands-on solar training and connects individuals to clean energy jobs, including through AmeriCorps fellowships and Installation Basics Training (IBT).
activities · 7 clusters
what they do
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Off-Grid Solar Installation & Training 2 activities
- Post-installation homeowner supportProvides ongoing support to homeowners after solar system installation to ensure system performance and customer satisfaction.
- Workforce training in solar energyProvides hands-on job training and workforce development opportunities in solar installation for community members and job seekers, including through programs like Installation Basics Training (IBT), with pathways to employment in the clean energy sector.
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Low-Income Clean Transportation Access 1 activity
- Clean mobility and energy access integrationConnects low-income communities with electric vehicle programs and integrates battery storage incentives into solar projects, expanding access to clean mobility and resilient energy systems.
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Fair Chance Employment Support 1 activity
- Employer engagement and job placement supportHosts job fairs such as "Rooftop Ready" in Greater Los Angeles to connect recent solar training graduates with local solar employers, supporting workforce entry and job placement.
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Solar Incentive Program Administration 1 activity
- Solar incentive program administrationAdministers state-level solar incentive programs in California, including SASH, DAC-SASH, and the solar component of LIWP, to expand access to solar energy for low-income and disadvantaged communities.
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Solar Infrastructure Installation 1 activity
- Solar installations for community institutions and tribal communitiesImplements solar energy projects for community-serving institutions such as health centers, children’s museums, and Operation Dignity, as well as in tribal and rural communities. Projects support sustainable operations, climate education, and energy access, with measurable energy generation and emissions reductions.
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Weatherization and Energy Efficiency Upgrades 1 activity
- Solar installations for low-income householdsInstalls no-cost solar electric systems on single-family, multifamily, and rental homes for low-income homeowners and renters to reduce electricity costs, with projects saving households an average of $1,000 per year. Projects are implemented across California, including in San Jose and other communities, often using job trainees.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Community and shared solar programsProvides access to solar power through community or shared solar projects, enabling participation by individuals regardless of roof condition or homeownership status. These programs expand clean energy access to underserved populations.
- Solar for affordable and multifamily housingProvides technical assistance, low-cost design, and installation services for solar projects on affordable and multifamily housing developments serving low-income renters. Includes support for housing providers and integration with energy efficiency upgrades.
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financials · form 990 · fy2022
the money
revenue
Total revenue$40.83M
Contributions & grants$10.76M26%
Program service revenue$30.07M74%
Investment income$9K0%
Other revenue$-5K
expenses
Total expenses$42.09M
Program expenses84%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$20.16M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$39.10M
Cash$1.84M
Investments$0
Liabilities$29.02M
Net assets$10.08M
Liquid reserves0.5 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +1.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
who runs it
paid leadership · 15
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| ARTHUR BART-WILLIAMS | EXEC DIRECTOR - GRID BAY AREA | 40 | $145K |
| ASHLEY CHRISTY | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR - GRID GLA | 40 | $135K |
| JAIME ALONSO | EXEC DIR - GRID INLAND EMPIRE | 40 | $133K |
| JONATAN R E MARROQUIN | DIR OF CONST AND OPS - GRID GLA | 40 | $125K |
| ALEX TUREK | DIR OF STRATEGIC DEV - GRID GLA | 40 | $125K |
| DAVID GRIFFIN | CO-EXEC DIR - GRID C. VALLEY | 40 | $124K |
| PAUL CLEARY | EXEC DIRECTOR - GRID SAN DIEGO | 40 | $123K |
| ELIJAH CHARLES PERRY | EXEC DIRECTOR - GRID MID ATLANTIC | 40 | $118K |
| KARINA GONZALEZ | CO-EXEC DIRECTOR - GRID C. VALLEY | 40 | $116K |
| PABLO RAFAEL DEL AGUILA | CONST DIRECTOR - GRID N. VALLEY | 40 | $115K |
| ANN FOX | FINANCE & OPS DIR - GRID N.V. | 40 | $115K |
| TOM ESQUEDA | OUTREACH MANAGER - GRID C. VALLEY | 40 | $113K |
| STACI RICHARDSON | EXEC DIRECTOR - GRID N. VALLEY | 40 | $62K |
| MARGARET KRAL | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR - GRID CO | 40 | $28K |
| ADRIENNE JULIA SEARS DORSEY | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR - GRID CO | 40 | $18K |
board members · 10
- ALEX SAUCEDO — BOARD MEMBER - GRID INLAND EMPIRE
- ALICIA SCHWARZ — DIRECTOR - GRID GLA
- ANJITH WEERASINGHE — INT. PRESIDENT - GRID C. VALLEY
- ANTHONY HERNANDEZ — BOARD VICE CHAIR - GRID GLA
- ASPEN STOVER — BOARD MEMBER - GRID CO
- BELINDA WAYMOUTH — DIRECTOR - GRID GLA
- BENNY BARCO LEFT 52022 — PRESIDENT - GRID C. VALLEY
- BLAINE BOYER — TREASURER - GRID INLAND EMPIRE
- BLANCA BROWN — TREASURER - GRID SAN DIEGO
- BRIAN VICKERS — BOARD TREASURER - GRID CO
relationships · 14
who they work with
- California Government — Administra programas de incentivos de energía solar en colaboración con entidades gubernamentales en California.
- Center for Employment Training Partner — Partner organization providing job trainees for solar installations.
- Energy Upgrade California Partner — Partner organization promoting energy savings
- Invenergy Partner — Partners with GRID Alternatives in a three-year collaboration to expand clean energy access and workforce development.
- Operation Dignity Partner — Collaborated with GRID Alternatives to transition to clean energy through solar installation.
- San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum Partner — Partnered with GRID Alternatives to install a rooftop solar system to support sustainability and climate education.
- San Fernando Community Health Center Partner — Partnered with GRID Alternatives to install a solar system that reduces energy costs and carbon emissions.
- affordable housing organizations Partner — Partners with affordable housing organizations to implement solar projects.
- government agencies Partner — Partners with government agencies on solar program implementation.
- job training groups Partner — Partners with job training groups to connect people to clean energy jobs.
- local communities Partner — Partners with local communities to deliver clean energy solutions.
- municipalities Partner — Partners with municipalities to deliver clean energy projects.
- tribes Partner — Partners with tribes to implement energy access projects in U.S. tribal communities.
- utilities Partner — Partners with utilities to implement solar and energy access programs.