Climate for Change Inc.
Climate for Change Inc. is an Australian nonprofit organisation focused on fostering social and political engagement around climate action through peer-to-peer conversations. Established in 2014, it operates with the mission to create widespread public commitment to climate initiatives by empowering individuals to discuss climate change within their personal networks[1][5].

Background

The organisation is distinguished as Australia's first environmental charity dedicated specifically to facilitating effective climate conversations. It adopts a model inspired by community engagement strategies, including a "Tupperware party"-style approach, where facilitated discussions are hosted in private homes to encourage dialogue among trusted peers[3][5].

Programs and Initiatives

• Climate Conversations: The flagship program involves small-group sessions to educate participants on climate science and solutions, aiming to inspire further conversations. By 2018, the initiative had engaged over 3,000 people, with plans to expand into Queensland and double participation annually[5].
• Communities Leading Change: Developed in partnership with regional organisations like the Gippsland Climate Change Network, this program supports communities in coal-dependent regions, such as Victoria’s Latrobe Valley and southern Queensland, to transition toward renewable energy[3].
• Fundraising and Communications Fellowship: A four-month leadership program training participants in nonprofit skills, culminating in peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns that raise significant funds for climate advocacy[3].
• Challenge for Climate: An annual crowdfunding campaign encouraging community-led climate action[3].

Vision and Impact

Climate for Change envisions an Australia where climate considerations are central to all societal, economic, and political decisions. Its activities emphasize collaboration across geographic, demographic, and political lines to drive systemic change[1][3]. The organisation reports measurable growth in public engagement since its inception, though specific metrics post-2018 are not publicly detailed[3][5].

Governance

Registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), Climate for Change operates nationally, with programs delivered both online and in person across multiple states[4]. Its work is funded through donations, grants, and community fundraising efforts[3].

[1] https://www.climateforchange.org.au [2] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/596d844f-3aaf-e811-a960-000d3ad24282/profile [3] https://www.climateforchange.org.au/about [4] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/596d844f-3aaf-e811-a960-000d3ad24282/documents/2b9e5666-44a9-ee11-be37-002248935564 [5] https://www.climatescorecard.org/project/climate-for-change/