GRID Alternatives Greater Los Angeles - REDF

Our Vision
- Our VisionAn economy that works. for everyone.
- Who We BackWe partner with social entrepreneurs to amplify the success of their businesses and the people they employ.
- How We Do ItWe help our enterprises grow further, faster through a combination of capital, capacity building, and community support.
- ImpactOur partnership accelerates the growth and impact of the enterprises we back.
- InsightsWe evaluate what works and share our learnings to spark action for policy and systems change.
Our Work
- Our WorkWe invest in businesses that reveal and reinforce the talent of people breaking through barriers to employment.
- AcceleratorA six-month cohort-based learning experience for leaders of early-stage enterprises to springboard growth.
- Growth PortfolioA multi-year investment in growth-stage employment social enterprises to help them scale sustainably.
- Impact InvestingFlexible loan capital for employment social entrepreneurs whose lived expertise is their collateral.
- Gov. Partnerships & PolicyAdvocacy and public sector partnerships to advance the field.
- CommunityCurated space and resources to help our social enterprise partners connect, grow, and lead.
- WorkshopREDFworkshop is an open, free virtual capacity building toolbox to help you build, grow, and sustain high-impact employment social enterprises.
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About
- AboutWe envision a thriving and inclusive society where all people have the jobs and the support they need to realize their full potential.
- Mission & CultureIt’s not just what we do, it’s how we do it that matters.
- Our PeopleWe’re a motley crew of leaders and learners dedicated to building an economy that works. For everyone.
- CareersKnowing your work is improving lives is not the only benefit of the job. View opportunities to join our team.
- Farber FellowshipGrad students bring cutting-edge skills and passion to help employment social enterprises reach their full potential.
- SupportersOur generous funders and individual donors make this work possible.
- HistorySince 1997, REDF has been using business as a force for good.
- FinancialsREDF achieves the highest levels of accountability and transparency.
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GRID Alternatives Greater Los Angeles

GRID GLA installs state-funded solar in areas designated by the state as low-income and climate impacted. We have a paid training program for individuals to learn solar installation. We also create resiliency centers by installing solar and battery storage on senior centers, community centers, and health clinics – ensuring that vulnerable populations can access services when the power grid goes. GRID-Renewable energy to drive economic growth and environmental benefits in communities most impacted by under-employment, pollution, and climate change.

Target Population: Opportunity Youth, Veterans, Formerly Incarcerated

Eligibility: Ability to lift 50lbs or more, fall into one of our target populations, desire and willingness to learn and start a career in renewable energy or related industries.

Industry/Positions: Renewable Energy, Solar

Transitional Duration: 3 months

Location(s): South Park, Los Angeles

Contact: (310) 735-9782

District/Area: City Council District 14, Service Planning Area 4

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Milestones

2018-2019: Project Grant Recipient*
2020: LA:RISE Partner
2021-2023: Growth Portfolio Member
2024: CA Rise Partner

*Past REDF program offering

Populations Served

Industries

Environmental Services

Location

California