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Climate Resilient Communities

Review MOU

Summary:

Assist a non-profit empowering community voices to implement equitable climate solutions by reviewing a template MOU for use with partners that will provide educational programming.

Referred by:

Jurisdiction(s): U.S.
About the Organization: Climate Resilient Communities (CRC) is a California community-based organization empowering community voices to implement equitable climate solutions for unity, resilience, and justice. Their outreach cultivates environmental awareness while giving local residents in under-resourced communities a voice in proactive resilience planning and adaptation.
Legal Entity Type: Nonprofit/Charity
SDG(s): Affordable and Clean Energy, Clean Water and Sanitation, Climate Action, Gender Equality, Good Health and Well Being, Life on Land (sustainability of ecosystems), Sustainable Cities and Communities
Legal Issue(s):

Climate Resilient Communities launched their new Youth Climate Collective on April 29th. This program provides opportunities for underserved youth in East Palo Alto, North Fair Oaks, and Belle Haven to explore and experience firsthand the benefits of implementing climate adaptation strategies. They are partnering with other community-based organizations that will provide educational resources and programming through a series of 12 hands-on workshops and field trips. The Climate Resilient Communities team has drafted an MOU for use with these organizations and is seeking assistance reviewing the terms.