About Us
Mission
Greening Projects empowers communities to transform urban landscapes into vibrant, sustainable environments where people and nature thrive together.
We partner with community groups and individuals who envision greener neighborhoods and cities, providing expert consulting in planning, design, development, and project management.
Through collaborative engagement and professional guidance, we help turn environmental aspirations into tangible green spaces that strengthen community bonds, enhance ecological health, and create lasting positive change in the urban fabric.
Our Commitment
- Community-Centered: We listen to and amplify the voices of those who know their neighborhoods best
- Sustainable Impact: We design projects that benefit both present and future generations
- Professional Excellence: We bring expertise and dedication to every phase of the greening process
- Urban Transformation: We believe cities can be both vibrant and green, where nature and community flourish side by side
Vision
To create as much green space as possible within our urban environments.
Core Pillars: Greening Projects
1. Professional Excellence (The “How”)
We believe that community projects deserve the same rigor as commercial developments. By providing top-tier planning, design, and project management, we ensure that every green space is built to last and meets the highest safety and sustainability standards.
2. Radical Accessibility (The “Where”)
Nature should not be a luxury. We prioritize “urban deserts,” areas lacking in shade and greenery, to ensure that every resident, regardless of zip code, has access to the physical and mental health benefits of a thriving natural environment.
3. Community Stewardship (The “Who”)
A project only succeeds if the neighborhood owns it. We don’t just build for communities; we build with them. By engaging local voices in the design and development process, we create spaces that reflect the unique identity and needs of the people who use them.
4. Ecological Resilience (The “Why”)
Our work is a direct response to a changing climate. We focus on “smart greening”—using native plants, managing stormwater, and reducing urban heat—to help our cities breathe easier and withstand the environmental challenges of tomorrow.
BOARD
Michael P. Doherty, PMI-ACP
Dawn Saboe
Em Rhodenbaugh
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Program-by-program description of all monies expended or budgeted during the calendar or fiscal year
IRS Verification Letter
Greening Projects DeterminationMost recent federal tax return filed under Section 990
- IRS 990 Greening Projects FY 2022
- IRS 990 Greening Projects FY 2023
- IRS 990 Greening Projects FY 2024
Verification of current valid registration with the State of California’s Registry of Charitable Trusts
Jorge Romero-Lozano, PE, LEED AP, PMP, is the Executive Director and Founder of Greening Projects. As a licensed civil engineer with a passion for planning, designing, and building green spaces, he provides the technical expertise and passion to envision potential green spaces and support neighborhoods, individuals, and other professionals who wish to improve their environments and engage their communities.
I am passionate about creating green, open space within the built environment that is accessible to everyone. Green public spaces offer numerous benefits, including positive environmental impacts, enhanced physical and mental well-being, and increased social cohesion. The latter is particularly important for increasing community engagement, improving discourse across diverse groups of people, and building trust.
I began my career as a civil engineer over three decades ago, at a time when the industry standard was still geared towards expanding the built environment by containing or displacing nature, which has led to increased flooding, a decrease in the tree canopy, and the worsening of the heat island effect. Now, I am using my experience in design, construction, and project management to transform neglected lands into gardens, parks, and urban farms.
Michael P. Doherty, PMI-ACP, is the Chief Operating Officer and Development Director. Mike brings extensive operational leadership experience to his role. As a certified PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), he combines traditional operational excellence with modern, adaptive management approaches to drive organizational success. In his capacity as Development Director, he oversees fundraising initiatives, cultivates donor relationships, and strategically aligns development goals with the organization’s mission and operational objectives.
My passion lies at the intersection of community vision and grassroots action, where neighbors’ shared dreams for green spaces meet the practical skills to make them flourish. Drawing from extensive experience across venture capital, project management, and the dynamic startup ecosystem, I’ve learned that the same principles that build successful companies can transform neighborhoods.
This foundation in funding and scaling ventures has shaped my approach to community development. I understand that great ideas for green spaces exist in every neighborhood. Still, the ability to organize resources, navigate challenges, and sustain momentum is what turns vacant lots into thriving gardens and neglected corners into community gathering places.
