Take Charge of Your (Solar) Power - Join Us June 3

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Wed Jun 03 2026 at 08:00 am to 09:30 am

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Northern Illinois University - Rockford | Rockford, IL

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Join us for an upcoming session to learn how your organization can reduce energy costs and reinvest those savings back into your mission.
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Join us for an upcoming session to learn how your organization can reduce energy costs and reinvest those savings back into your mission—without any upfront capital investment.

Take Charge of Your Power!


Greenlink Energy Solutions is offering a unique opportunity for nonprofits, public facilities, and community organizations to access solar energy solutions with $0 upfront cost and guaranteed energy savings.

Date: June 3, 2026
Time: 8:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Location: Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence
8500 E. State St., Rockford, IL 61108

Why attend?

  • No upfront cost solar installation
  • Guaranteed energy savings
  • Reduce operating expenses
  • Reinvest savings into your mission
  • Designed specifically for nonprofits and community organizations


Why now?

  • $20 million in funding available (limited)
  • Federal tax credit expires July 4
  • Early participants receive priority positioning


Who Qualifies?

  • Organizations that own their facilities OR if your landlord approves for solar installation on their building
  • DCEO-Eligible nonprofit organizations (you do not need to be a current grantee)
  • Public Facilities
  • Churches
  • Schools


Light refreshments and coffee will be served.

Through federal elective pay and state-backed programs like ILSFA and DCEO, eligible organizations can eliminate upfront costs and start saving immediately.


Can’t attend in person? Join virtually:
https://meet.google.com/mfm-rsvk-btb


To RSVP or for questions, contact:
[email protected] | 779-208-2404


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About NICNE: The Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence (NICNE) has strengthened nonprofits since August 2004 by providing capacity building, training, technical assistance, resource support, and initiative leadership to nonprofit organizations in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. NICNE believes in investing in people and organizations that make communities in our area safer, healthier, and more vibrant. We provide training opportunities that help nonprofits successfully achieve their missions. As the region’s primary resource for nonprofit capacity and movement building, NICNE encourages collaboration and best practices, resulting in a strong, vibrant nonprofit sector demonstrating significant social impact. NICNE is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization affiliated with Northern Illinois University. NICNE Mission: Promote, model and grow innovation, excellence and social impact. Learn more at niu.edu/nicne.


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Northern Illinois University - Rockford, 8500 East State Street, Rockford, United States

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