The Solutions Project, a nonprofit foundation practicing Solidarity Philanthropy, funds grassroots climate organizations led by women and people of color, such as New Alpha Community Development Corporation and West Street Recovery. These groups focus on climate resilience projects, repair homes damaged by flooding, and lobby for improvements to drainage systems. Urban Tilth, PUSH Buffalo, Sustainable Square Mile, and Soulardarity are also working towards a more sustainable future by transforming vacant land into green space, training workers in green energy construction, creating conservation-focused villages, and installing solar-powered streetlights for community safety and empowerment. Solar street lighting not only extends business hours and contributes to economic development but also reduces environmental impacts by decreasing reliance on fossil fuels, empowering communities to take control of their energy needs and fostering environmental responsibility.