Early Opportunities Fund
The Early Opportunities Fund provides microgrants to address environmental issues and/or climate change through early childhood and microgrants to organizations supporting children in conflict zones.
Microgrants addressing environmental issues and climate change through early childhood
Below are examples of reports supported by the Early Opportunities Fund.
Microgrants addressing climate & environmental justice
Early Opportunities provided support to the following important groups working on climate, environment, children and youth in recognition of their work to assure a sustainable future.
The Children’s Environmental Health Network
The Children’s Environmental Health Network is a national multi-disciplinary organization whose mission is to protect the developing child from environmental health hazards and promote a healthier environment.
The Climate Initiative
With a mission to "empower youth voices for climate action,” The Climate Initiative has much to be proud of in their work supporting future climate leaders. You can read more in their 2021 Annual Report. This micro grant will fund programs for local climate youth action.
Our Kids’ Climate
Our Kids’ Climate is an anchor organization, connecting national and grassroots groups and supporting hundreds of leaders from more than 50 countries to develop parent-led, family-friendly, intergenerational organizing and engagement strategies.
Moms Clean Air Force
Moms Clean Air Force is a collective of moms fighting for clean air and climate policies that keep their families safe.
Natural Start Alliance
Natural Start is a project of the North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE), which serves as the professional backbone and champion for the field of environmental education. Natural Start’s role within NAAEE is to promote and support environmental education for young children.
Children & Nature Network
Children & Nature Network is an organization supporting and mobilizing leaders, educators, activists, practitioners and parents working to increase safe and equitable access to the natural world for all.
