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Institute for Sustainable Communities
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ISC is a non-profit that brings partners, expertise, and funding to communities that are most vulnerable to climate change and the effect it has on the lives of people in the U.S. and abroad.
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✨ We’ve got a fresh new look! ✨

Our work hasn’t changed—but how we share it has. Introducing: a new website to make it easier to connect with our work, partners, and vision for stronger, more resilient communities.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3rlgxTp

#BrandRefresh #NewWebsite #PeopleAndPlanet
🌎 Today is the International Day of Climate Action, but a report by the @worldresources.bsky.social, shows that climate action across the globe is moving too slowly.

Real climate action starts from the ground up—and it needs all of us. 👉 https://twp.ai/4irHin
#ClimateAction #PeopleAndPlanet
At ISC, we believe real change starts with people—and the power of communities working together. 🌍

In 2024 - 2025:

✨ 14,730 lives touched
📚 1,132 learning hours
🤝 210 organizations served
🌎 50 states and 4 countries impacted

#CommunityResilience #PeopleAndPlanet #CommunityFirst
🌿 Last week, ISC supported “Growing Together: From Roots to Roofs,” a summit hosted by by Southside ReLeaf and @chesapeakebayfdn.bsky.social

The event explored how affordable housing & green spaces can build communities from roots to roofs. 🌳🏠

#CommunityResilience #PeopleAndPlanet
🌎 Today, on Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we honor the leadership, knowledge, and stewardship of Indigenous communities. We stand in solidarity with Indigenous partners and communities building resilience and climate solutions🌿

#IndigenousPeoplesDay #ClimateChange #PeopleAndPlanet
As an EJ #ThrivingCommunities TCTAC & Grantmaker, ISC supported communities nationwide—until funding was halted in Feb 2025.

💔 800+ projects paused. Communities left more vulnerable to pollution and climate disasters. Learn more: sustain.org/wp-conte...

#RestoreTheFunding #PeopleandPlanet
💡 Today on #EnergyEfficiencyDay, we’re celebrating how local action drives national impact: ISC’s AEBD project helped upgrade:
🏠 11 homes
🏢 1 office
🔥 Replaced a 30-year-old furnace
These changes lower costs, cut emissions, and build healthier communities.
#CommunityResilience #PeopleAndPlanet
✨ We’ve got a fresh new look! ✨

Our work hasn’t changed—but how we share it has. Introducing: a new website to make it easier to connect with our work, partners, and vision for stronger, more resilient communities.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3rlgxTp

#BrandRefresh #NewWebsite #PeopleAndPlanet
#StayTuned for some big news coming next week from ISC! We’ve been working behind the scenes, and it’s almost time to share ✨🌟👀

#ComingSoon #TheFutureIsBright #ChangeForGood #Annoucement
Today marks 20 years since #HurricaneKatrina made landfall. The devastating hurricane led to one of the worst disasters in U.S. history.

The recently terminated EPA grants were an opportunity to support communities vulnerable to natural disasters.

#Hurricanes #Disasters #RestoretheFunding
This week, we’re recognizing #WorldWaterWeek2025! This year’s theme is “Water for Climate Action,” which acknowledges the crucial role that water plays in #ClimateChange and how it affects every human’s right to clean, safe water.

#CleanWater #PeopleAndPlanet
Who is feeling the impact of the lost EPA funding? Today’s edition—Maine

The unlawfully terminated grants included 6 projects in Maine working on reducing energy costs, water quality, and disaster response. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3HvJlTH

#WeAreReady #RestoreTheFunding #PeopleAndPlanet #Maine
⚠️Is your state now at a higher risk for flooding?🚨

When the U.S. EPA unlawfully terminated critical environmental justice and climate grants, they also terminated 87 projects reducing flood risk in their communities.

#WeAreReady #RestoreTheFunding #CommunityResilience #PeopleAndPlanet #Flooding
ISC Board member Dr. Marshall Shepherd contributed to an article discussing the factors influencing flooding. But climate change is creating higher risk for communities vulnerable to flooding.

Read the story: abcnews.go.com/US/factors-c...

#PeopleAndPlanet #CommunityResilience #Flooding
Today is #GlobalEnergyIndependenceDay, which spreads awareness of renewable energy.

According to the IEA, 2024 had the largest increase ever in global energy demand—due partially to climate change. This makes renewable energy critical for communities.

#PeopleAndPlanet #CommunityResilience
Who is feeling the impact of the EPA funding termination? Example #3: Young people in VA

Through the EPA’s program, Hebron, VA Inc prepared for Hebron’s annual youth entrepreneurship summer program. It has now been cancelled.

#WeAreReady #RestoreTheFunding
#PeopleAndPlanet #YouthEngagement
The EPA’s Environmental and Climate Justice Program was created to help communities improve their climate resilience and protect public health. We’re taking the Trump administration to court to reinstate it.

#WeAreReady #RestoreTheFunding
#PeopleAndPlanet #CommunityResilience #HealthyCommunities
Who is feeling the impact of the EPA funding termination? Ex. #1: New England

The Tiny Seed Project is a grassroots organization working on environmental justice programs.

#RestoreTheFunding. Learn more: wearereadynow.squarespace.com/about

#WeAreReady #CommunityResilience #PeopleAndPlanet
#WeAreReady. The projects are planned. But the funding is terminated.

Our Solutions for #CommunityResilience project was working to deliver safe drinking water, healthy homes, and economic opportunities

We’re sharing what’s at stake—join us.

#RestoreTheFunding #PeopleandPlanet
At our recent convening in Boston, Mark Gonzalez from Nos Quedamos in the Bronx spoke about the importance of valuing people at all levels and authentically engaging with them—even if their perspective is difficult for you.

#PeopleAndPlanet #CommunityResilience #NYC #partnerships
Across the country, our partners are building economic and long-term resilience. That progress is at risk.

We’re asking this administration to honor the work already done and deliver on the promise: clean air, land, and water. #RestoreTheFunding.

#WeAreReady #CommunityResilience #PeopleAndPlanet
Hello #Boston! The ISC team is holding our welcome session for our PRC - Massachusetts project. Last night, we came together for food, community, and fun.

Special thanks to Codman Square Neighborhood Development Corps for hosting!

#PeopleAndPlanet #CommunityResilience
Over 800 communities planned, partnered, and prepared. But now, those contracts have been canceled.

We were ready then. We are ready now. #RestoreTheFunding.

#WeAreReady #CommunityResilience #PeopleAndPlanet #HealthyCommunities