Greening Projects Services
Greening Projects is unique in that we provide support from the earliest conceptual stages, in other words, at the time a community leader or group identifies an opportunity to create a green and sustainable space, and continue our support until the project is finalized. We can provide this assistance because our agency has the necessary technical, design, managerial, and permitting expertise.
Greening Projects Services
Fiscal Sponsorship: We provide fiscal sponsorship services to community groups and organizations dedicated to environmental projects. This allows groups without 501(c)(3) status to receive tax-deductible donations and apply for grants that require nonprofit status. Our fiscal sponsorship enables grassroots initiatives to access funding and resources while we handle administrative and financial management.
Feasibility Analyses: All greening projects begin with a vision of the desired outcome. Therefore, we assess that vision and determine what is required to make it a reality. This process includes:
- a technical/engineering analysis for constructability
- recommending funding options
- preparing a project plan, as needed
- Our feasibility analyses will also provide the information needed for grant applications.
Grant Preparation: Our staff has extensive experience in preparing proposals and grant applications. Therefore, we can prepare the grant on your behalf and/or provide as much support as you need to prepare the grant package. Our expertise is invaluable in developing:
- Scope of the project (narrative), including engineering design description and sketches if needed
- Project Budget
- Project Schedule
- Maintenance plan
- Permitting process
Consulting: Once the project is greenlit, we will provide ongoing support in the following areas to help select and hire the appropriate professionals. Our consulting services include the following technical, design, and procedural areas:
- Topographic analysis of the site
- Civil engineering
- Landscape design
- Public agency permitting (Department of Public Works, Planning, etc.)
- Construction Administration
Project Management: In addition to assisting and/or preparing a project plan to achieve project success, we can also assist in the following managerial tasks:
- Scope, budget, and schedule monitoring and control
- Resource Management
- Risk analysis and management
- Stakeholder engagement and expectations management
- Procurement management
Education: As we are passionate about our work, we aim to expand our outreach and support the training of current and future stewards of greening projects. To that end, we have developed a comprehensive training program related to “greening projects,” which includes the following:
- How to identify potential greening sites, including their feasibility from a design and financial standpoint, as well as their constructability
- Grant preparation
- Project management for greening projects
- Permitting process with respect to local, state, and federal guidelines
Ready to bring your greening vision to life? Whether you’re a community leader with an idea for a new park, a neighborhood group looking to transform a vacant lot, or an organization seeking support for an environmental project, we’re here to help. Contact us today to discuss your project and discover how our comprehensive services can bring your green space dreams to life. Together, we can create a healthier, more sustainable San Francisco – one project at a time.