A Fund of

Purpose

The Fund for Community Climate, Sustainability and Resilience from the City of El Paso empowers local, grassroots programs that support neighborhood-level energy efficiency, sustainable living education, and environmental stewardship initiatives across the region.

Through the Paso del Norte Community Foundation, contributors gain a streamlined, tax-deductible, and impactful giving pathway, ensuring that funds directly support local, high-impact projects aligned with the El Paso Climate Action Plan and community priorities.

Your partnership provides essential resources for local climate action, fosters environmental stewardship, and elevates the capacity of neighborhoods to adapt to a changing climate.

Annual Partnership Tiers

Tier Contribution Amount Key Benefits & Recognition
NEIGHBORHOOD BUILDER $25,000

• Exclusive recognition as the funder of a major project (e.g., green infrastructure project, neighborhood-scale tree planting campaign).

• Top-tier branding on all project signage, educational materials, and official dedication ceremonies.

• Featured in a video and press release.
ADVOCACY CATALYST $10,000

• Elevated recognition as the sponsor of a Sustainable Workshop Series (e.g., rain catchment, composting, or weatherization training).

• Logo placement on all workshop materials, educational kits distributed to participants, and promotional flyers.

• Opportunity for a representative to offer remarks at key workshops.
LOCAL STEWARD $5,000

• Recognition as a contributor to the Community Resilience Micro-Grant Program (which funds small, resident-led projects).

• Name featured prominently on the Fund’s online donor wall and in the Annual Impact Report.

• Listed as a sponsor of a Community Clean-Up or Tree Planting Day event.
GREEN SUPPORTER OPEN CONTRIBUTIONS

This tier supports year-round, hyper-local activities like neighborhood weatherization kits, school garden seed grants, and community resource navigation for utility assistance. Ideal for individuals and local businesses committed to grassroots change.

How Funds Are Used

All contributions are directed to community projects for tangible, local projects. See some examples below:

  1. Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy: Providing free, low-cost home improvements (like insulation and air sealing) to low-income residents to reduce energy bills and carbon footprints.
  2. Community Stewardship Program: Funding for tree planting programs that mitigate heat island effects, enhance local ecosystems, and foster community leadership and involvement.
  3. Educational Outreach: Developing culturally relevant, bilingual materials and training sessions to equip residents with skills for sustainable living.
  4. Micro-Grants: Providing small grants directly to community-based organizations and to implement their own neighborhood climate solutions.

Every partnership ensures that climate action is driven by, and directly benefits, the most vulnerable communities in our region.

 

Non-Cash

Tangible personal property. Examples may be real estate, oil, gas, or mineral interests.

Planned Gifts

Bequests, appreciated securities, life insurance, retirement plans, and charitable remainder trusts, and more.