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Five Nonprofit Solar Installations Completed in April and May!
Since 2011, CollectiveSun has been helping nonprofits go solar. We’ve proudly facilitated solar projects for over 200 nonprofits spanning 24 states. Now, we are pleased to welcome five new organizations in Arizona, California, and New York to our family of completed projects, with more to come: Rainbow Acres, San Jerardo Cooperative, Vista Community Clinic, Red Hook VFW, and Butte Humane Society.
All of these organizations are now powering their operations with clean energy from the sun, which will provide them electricity bill savings — allowing them to focus more financial resources on their important missions.
We’d like to thank our partners at BQuest Foundation, whose generous participation made the loans for these projects possible.
If you’d like to join our growing list of nonprofits saving money with clean solar energy, contact us now!
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Reminder: July 4 Deadline Is Coming Up!
For maximum savings on your nonprofit solar project, START YOUR PROJECT NOW!
Key dates to know
Start now to meet the July 4 deadline!
If you begin construction on your project on or before July 4, 2026, you can safe harbor the Investment Tax Credit (ITC) for 4+ years. If you begin construction after July 4, 2026, your project must be placed in service by December 31, 2027. In either case, your project will be subject to the Foreign Entity of Concern (FEOC) provisions in OB3. For details on FEOC and beginning of construction:
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Disclaimer: The information in our educational materials does not constitute legal or tax advice and should not be relied upon for any purpose. Please consult your legal counsel and tax advisor. |
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If you’re thinking about getting solar for your nonprofit, you’re not alone! Many nonprofit organizations across the nation are going solar, and for good reason. Solar not only lowers your carbon footprint, supporting the environment — it can also lower your nonprofit’s electricity bills, allowing you to focus precious financial resources on your mission.
But the process of going solar may seem daunting.
That’s why we’ve created a comprehensive 62-page solar guide to give you the information you need, every step of the way.
At CollectiveSun, we’ve helped hundreds of nonprofits across the country go solar. We can help you before, during, and after your solar is installed — helping you determine whether solar makes sense for your organization, explaining the available financing options and incentives, and even managing the project for you, if you pick a financing option that includes that service.
Now, the support we provide nonprofits includes our new 62-page guide, with information to support you wherever you are in your solar journey. The guide includes:
Solar basics Financing solar for your nonprofit Preparing your nonprofit for solar What to do after you go solar And more things you need to know As a subscriber to our newsletter, you can download the 62-page guide for free below. Let us know if you have any questions or comments — we’re always here to help.
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Know a Nonprofit?
If your favorite nonprofit organization is exploring going solar and their mission is to provide programs & services that support communities of concern benefitting:
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CollectiveSun is here to help you with your solar financing.
| Interest Rates Start at 4.99% | | Rates Are Based On Community Impact, Not Just Credit Score | | One Simple Payment | Term Length Up To 10 Years | | Payment Holiday Durning Construction of System | No Prepayment Penality |
Our goal is for you to end up with a solar system that reduces your carbon footprint and is a $0 down investment with a positive cash flow from day one, so it has an immediate impact on your bottom line. That’s what we want most for the organizations that are the backbone of our communities — financial and environmental sustainability that allows you to concentrate on your mission and reach your sustainability goals. |
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If you’d like to learn more, schedule
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Navigating the world of solar financing can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Our team of seasoned experts has been focused on delivering solar financing solutions for nonprofit and tax-exempt organizations across the country for over a decade. In just the last few years, we’ve proudly facilitated solar projects for over 200 nonprofits spanning 25 states. |
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At CollectiveSun, we understand that every nonprofit is unique, and that’s why we offer a diverse range of financing options. Whether you’re considering a loan like our CollectiveSun Solar Loan designed to support your purchase of a solar system while allowing you to benefit directly from the Direct Pay Tax Rebate; exploring third-party ownership options like our CollectiveSun Solar Power Agreement (SPA); or seeking a hybrid funding model like our CollectiveSun Prepaid Solar Power Agreement (Prepaid SPA), we have the perfect solution to match your solar financing needs.
For those looking to dive deeper into how Direct Pay can benefit you, we’re excited to offer a free comprehensive course series on HeatSpring. This series covers not only Direct Pay but also the additional ITC bonus adders, providing you with all the information you need for when your filing is due.
📚 Enroll in the free courses here: CollectiveSun HeatSpring Direct Pay & More Course Series
You’ll discover how these incentives can make solar energy even more accessible and cost-effective for your nonprofit organization. Together, let’s harness the power of the sun to fuel your mission and create a brighter, more sustainable future for all.
Let’s connect and start the conversation!
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Solar Leads the Way as Renewables Make Big Gains In 2025, record-breaking solar was the main driver for global renewables generation exceeding coal generation for the first time. The U.S. Energy Information Administration expects solar energy generation in this country to grow 17% this summer over 2025. So far in 2026, clean electricity is on the rise — with clean-power sources generating more electricity than fossil-fuel plants for the first time in March. Distributed solar, like the installations for nonprofits, could help continue this trend; last year, small-scale solar installations accounted for 19% of the total solar capacity added to the national grid.
Electricity Rates Keep Rising in Ongoing Trend By 2050, electricity consumption could grow by 55% — one of the drivers of rising electricity costs. Other factors include our aging electric grid and the Iran war. In February, average electricity prices rose 9% year over year, with some states seeing much steeper increases. Meanwhile, Nordic countries have lowered the cost of electricity by deploying more renewables, in some cases driving prices below zero. Could we do that here?
How Commercial-scale Solar Can Help Lower Electricity Costs Commercial-scale solar, like the projects deployed for nonprofits, could play an important role in lowering electricity costs; in Pennsylvania, developers say they could build gigawatts of projects to help ease the state’s power crunch and lower bills. With commercial electricity use set to surpass residential in 2027, now is a good time to continue the trend of installing commercial-scale solar across the nation. |
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CollectiveSun helps make solar for nonprofits a reality! Our innovative approach helps these organizations secure affordable financing and streamline project implementation. |
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