BOSTON CLIMATE CREDITS
Donate to fund climate resilience projects in Boston and instantly earn exclusive discounts at local attractions - doubling the value of your donation!
WHAT IS A ‘CLIMATE CREDIT’?
The cost of severe weather on Boston is impacting the local economy, tourism and transportation. Boston Climate Credits are an innovative approach to crowdfunding climate resilience projects in Boston that meet our four primary pillars: community engagement, immediate impact, measurable results, lasting benefits.
When you donate, you instantly earn rewards called ‘climate credits’ that you can redeem for discounts at your favorite Boston attractions, restaurants and retailers.
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IT’S A WIN-WIN-WIN…
…SOMETHING BOSTON DOES VERY WELL!
Donors help fund climate resilience projects in Boston and get instant access to exclusive rewards.
Partners align with a high-impact initiative that demonstrates their commitment to climate action and local economic growth - growth on their terms, with no out-of-pocket expenses.
Communities benefit from streamlined funding, ensuring resources are used effectively and efficiently.
Terms and restrictions apply. SRC is a registered 501c3 nonprofit EIN 99-1473329
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Make a donation in any amount $5-$50 and instantly earn rewards via email called ‘climate credits’ that can be redeemed for 2x the value of your donation. Proceeds from your donation are granted to the City of Boston to fund climate resilience projects.
To redeem your discount, print or present the voucher on your phone upon purchase - photo ID required for verification.
WHAT OUR SUPPORTERS ARE SAYING…
“I get to save money going to places I love and support a cause that I care about? Why wouldn’t I take advantage?”
- A.J. Hernandez
Content Creator + Lifestyle Expert
‘A huge benefit for tourists and locals alike.’
HOW MUCH OF YOUR DONATION ACTUALLY GETS FUNDED TO CLIMATE RESILIENCE PROJECTS?
According to EasyDonation, most non-profits allocate only 40-60% of donations to their cause, preserving a large portion of funds to pay staff salaries and further fundraising. Shovel Ready Capital’s technology-enabled, streamlined operations enable it to donate 80% of funds raised to shovel-ready climate resilience projects in partner cities.
INNOVATION IN ACTION
Communities do not contract with SRC to raise funds, rather as funds become available, we reach out proactively to communities where capital for climate resilience is urgently needed. The City of Boston is such an example. Rising seas threaten not just the coastline but also Boston’s financial stability.
Projections show that by 2050, sea levels in the harbor could rise by up to 1.5 feet, inundating vulnerable areas like the Seaport District and the waterfront, downtown financial district, and the Faneuil Hall / Greenway areas, essential areas to Boston’s economy and tourism;
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation estimates that flooded roadways in these areas could cost the local economy $100 million per day during extreme weather events, from impact on local businesses to tourist activity.
The City’s Climate Ready Boston initiative has many projects in various stages of development that will require significant capital infusions. These include climate resilience projects at:
Long Wharf, Waterfront
Fort Point Channel, Seaport
Martin’s Park, Seaport
Christopher Columbus Park, North End
Boston National Historic Park, Charlestown
