Race must never be a barrier to opportunity.

Race must never be a barrier to opportunity.

Celebrating 30 Years of a Building a Just Economy. Learn more

About Us

Shaping an Abundant Future

Community drives every aspect of our work.

The Greenlining Institute works towards a future where communities of color can build wealth, live in healthy places filled with economic opportunity, and are ready to meet the challenges posed by climate change.

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An Opportunity Economy is Possible with Greenlining

October 3, 2024
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BIPOC Women Drive Climate Tech and the Industry Needs to Take Note and Support

September 24, 2024
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Climate Equity on the Ballot: Why Your Vote Matters This November

August 27, 2024
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GREENLINING THE BLOCK

Community Visions for Climate Justice

In 2023, The Greenlining Institute announced Greenlining the Block, a multi-year initiative to build power in community-based organizations that are advancing climate justice neighborhood projects with a $6.75 million commitment of resources to communities in California and across the country. Greenlining the Block is partnering with 24 community-based organizations in neighborhoods to prepare for and maximize federal, state, and local infrastructure investments to drive effective climate action that meets their needs.

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Our Work

Working Towards a Future Not Yet Realized

The Greenlining Institute, founded in 1993, was created to fight the lasting legacy of redlining, the illegal and systematic practice of excluding communities of color based on their race. We’re creating a future of abundance by shaping a more just, inclusive economy.Learn More

Economic
Equity

We advocate for race-aware policies that hold financial institutions accountable, end discriminatory practices, and establish pathways to financial security and prosperity.

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Climate
Equity

We advance policies that build healthy and climate-resilient communities of color that benefit from the jobs and wealth created by the green economy and reduce our reliance on fossil fuels.

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Transformative
Communities

We support communities of color to exert their power and strengthen capacity to create and establish their own creative and enduring solutions.

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Leadership
Academy

Our Leadership Academy mentors and trains leaders to bring lasting, transformative change for communities of color.

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Leadership Academy

Training the Next Generation of Racial Equity Leaders

Our Leadership Academy builds up emerging leaders to bring lasting, transformative change for communities of color.

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