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Welcome

Moving an Industry

• The global nonprofit/NGO industry has over 4 million organizations world-wide.

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A Huge IndustryCan Make a Meaningful Difference

GreenNonprofits Mission

• GreenNonprofits creates and supports the global movement that educates, assists and certifies nonprofits in becoming environmentally friendly.

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Dedicated To: Greening Nonprofits

The Green Pledge

1. To become more aware, to practice, and to promote a healthy environment within our organization and community;

2. To learn about the effect of my nonprofit on the environment and to take responsibility for that impact;

3. To actively adopt environmentally-friendly practices within our organization and community;

4. To take steps in advocating environmentally-friendly practices to other nonprofit/NGO organizations.

5. To seriously consider moving towards seeking GreenNonprofits certification.

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Start Here

Nonprofit/NGOs Take Lead

• Who should lead the way in helping the nonprofit/NGO industry become more "green" at the office?

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GreenNonprofits.org is a 501 (c) 3 charity

Positive Impact

• If nonprofits/ NGOs began using more "green" practices, what impact could this have on the environment?

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Together We Can Make A Difference

Donor Impact

What impact would being seen as 'green' have on your donors/supporters?

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Donors Will Love You

Going Green!

Room To Improve

How would you rate your organization's current "greenness“?

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59% of Charities Already Have

Green Practices

Actions Under Way

What Steps Are You Already Taking To Become More Green?

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Most Charities Have Already Started to Go

Green

Helping You Go Green

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Comprehensive Guide Specifically

Written for Charities

Over 20 Global Experts Offer Their

Best Advice

Certification Process

Green Nonprofit Certification•Online Application•Policy on Enforcement of the

GreenNonprofits Certification Program

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It’s Free to Get Started

“Green Nonprofit” Checklist

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 Total Points Earned (General): _________ (min 8 points, 6 required) Total Points Earned (Purchasing): _________ (min 8 points, 2 required)

Total Points Earned (Solid Waste): _________ (min 14 points, 2 required) Total Points Earned (Water Efficiency): _________ (min 6 points, 2 required) Total Points Earned (Employee Practices): _________ (min 4 points, 4 required) Total Points Earned (Landscaping): _________ (no minimum) Total Points Earned (Energy Efficiency): _________ (min 12 points, 4 required) Total Points Earned (Chemical Use & Pollution Prevent.): _________ (min 12 points) Total Points Earned (Transportation): _________ (min 10 points) Optional:Our Calculated Carbon Footprint is ___ Tons of CO2

We have offset 50% this year and pledge to do so again next year _________ (add 10 points)We have offset 100% this year and pledge to do so again next year _________ (add 20points)

 Total __________ MINIMUM 100 Points

Create Your Own Path To Certification

No Two Charities Are Exactly Alike

Frequently Asked Questions

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My Nonprofit is not Green. Where can I get assistance?• GreenNonprofits offers online and offline Greening Your

Nonprofit Programs. These programs can put your Nonprofit on the path to becoming certified and receiving recognition for your efforts. To learn more about these programs, visit http://www.greennonprofits.org or contact the Nonprofit Greening Program at 888-99-GREEN.

 Do I get credit for good things I’m already doing?• Yes! In fact, your organization may already qualify. Your

Nonprofit will get credit for existing Green practices, as well as newly adopted ones implemented to meet the GNPC program requirements.

We Can Help

Green Deeds Count!

Frequently Asked Questions

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Do I have to do everything on the checklist to become certified as a Green Nonprofit?

• No! Although you must complete the “Required Measures” in each category to receive certification, the

• additional “Optional Measures” in the checklist are intended to give Nonprofits flexibility in their approach to becoming Green. Many certified Green Nonprofits have taken their program to the next level using the additional measures as motivation and guidance.

Does it cost to become a Certified Green Nonprofit?• Yes. A minimal fee is applied to cover costs to administer

certification by GreenNonprofits staff. See the fee schedule listed in the How to Get Started Section.

How long does my certification last?• The Green Nonprofit Certification is valid for two years

You Only Need 100 Points

Good for 2 Years

GreenNonprofits.org

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4. Become a member

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Ted Hart, CEO888-99-GREEN (47336)tedhart@greennonprofits.org

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