CLIMATE FIRST FOUNDATION, INC.
EUSTIS, FLORIDA

Launched in 2009 as Climate First Foundation, the First Green Foundation is a nonprofit committed to fostering community projects focused on renewable energy and sustainable practices in Central Florida. Based in Eustis, this organization has been instrumental in advancing environmental initiatives through strategic grants. From 2013 to 2015 alone, it awarded $54,200 across various projects that collectively generated more than 350 KW of renewable power annually. The Foundation’s recent work includes providing financial support for educational gardens and projects by the Florida Springs Institute to study aquifer systems. Additionally, they funded hydration stations designed to encourage students to use reusable water bottles. Although solar panel installations are currently not a focus, their grants are directed towards nonprofits, schools, government agencies, and municipalities in renewable energy initiatives. Known for its transparency, the organization partners with respected platforms like www.Guidestar.org as a Gold Participant and offers insights through profiles on the Central Florida Foundation website. Interested parties can delve into financials or learn about donor contributions via these resources or directly through the Division of Consumer Services at 1-800-HELP-FLA. Understood leadership includes President Lex Ford, Treasurer Kenneth E Laroe, and Vice President Robbie Gossett, together steering their ongoing commitment to enhancing local environmental health. The First Green Foundation actively invites new applications under its latest guidelines showcased on their News page.