Why support green|spaces?

Every dollar is a vote for something. Vote for a sustainable and resilient community by investing in our mission. green|spaces is a 501(c)3 and donations are tax-deductible. We also accept cryptocurrencies, property, and planned giving.


We’ve helped thousands of local families learn ways to reduce their monthly utility bills.

Rather than just providing utility payment assistance, our Empower workshops teach families how to prevent high utility bills altogether.

Workshops are held across nine counties, and bilingual workshops are offered in Hamilton County.

Our Build it Green Graduates, once at risk with uncertain futures, are now leaders with careers.

Our 3-month paid program teaches soft skills that prepare trainees to become reliable and valued employees along with technical training including sustainable construction and OSHA 10.

Our Chattanooga Green Prix is inspiring a new generation of engineers.

Starting as young as age 9, students are designing, building and racing electric power race cars. They compete against teams from all across the Southeast for a chance to go to England for the International Race.


We are creating a culture of sustainability in Chattanooga.

By participating in our green|light program, local businesses are improving their triple bottom line by addressing their economic, social and environmental impacts, we are creating an Integrated Community Sustainability Plan to set out goals and objectives become more resilient over the next 10 years in areas of Water, Energy, Mobility, Eco-Systems, Waste/Materials and Thriving Communities and offer monthly lunch and learns to increase exposure of new technologies and methods to advance sustainable living and building across Chattanooga.

We now accept donations of cryptocurrencies through Engiven. Now you can invest in a sustainable future with Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and 92+ others. Engiven uses Gemini for secure trades and cold storage custody accounts. You will get an automatic receipt for your donation and we will receive your support quickly and efficiently.