Here at SRP, we value community. One of the ways we encourage our customers to join us in bettering the community is with our SRP Solar for Nonprofits™ program.
The gift of free solar
SRP Solar for Nonprofits is an opportunity for customers to contribute as little as $3 a month to go toward solar-covered parking structures, or “solar canopies,” for Valley nonprofits. Donations help pay for the solar installations and SRP oversees maintenance of the installation for two years. Helping nonprofits offset their power use with solar allows them to spend less money on electricity and more on helping the community. The program has saved our solar recipients more than $1,000,000 to date.
Community impact
We’ve been able to support many local nonprofits with the benefits of solar. Here’s how the program has positively impacted their organization.
Catholic Charities
Catholic Charities aids those in crisis by providing housing programs for people experiencing homelessness, as well as providing other basic needs like food and clothing to the impoverished.
“With the addition of this new solar system, we can use our reduced energy costs to reallocate funds to client programs which will allow us to serve more people in need,” said Paul Mulligan, CEO of Catholic Charities.
A New Leaf
A New Leaf, a solar recipient, is also able to better support vulnerable communities in the Valley.
“This novel donation will have a great impact for our organization,” said Michael Hughes, Chief Executive Officer. “We will be able to redirect funds to provide essential services like basic needs, case management, children’s services, employment services and so much more. It’s innovation with a heart.”
Native Health
Native Health, a nonprofit that works toward providing accessible, holistic and patient-centered care, was a recipient of a solar installation through SRP Solar for Nonprofits in 2023. CEO Walter Murrillo said, “This new solar system will not only help reduce our carbon footprint, but it will also help us in our ongoing efforts of becoming more sustainable. The reduced energy costs from the new system will translate to more money spent in other critical areas of our organization.”
Aid to Adoption of Special Kids
Another previous recipient, Aid to Adoption of Special Kids (AASK), was delighted to get a free solar canopy.
“The bottom line is that any money we save in operation costs goes right back to those we serve. Saving money allows us to focus on our mission and provide more resources to families who are building relationships with children through foster care,” said Barb Trella, Director of Development at AASK Arizona.