EarthShare Texas proposes a nuanced solution that addresses nonprofit capacity constraints while building the green leadership pipeline. Texas needs our local nonprofits now more than ever. EarthShare Texas is evolving to meet their needs.
Our Mission
The mission of the EarthShare Texas Green Leaders Fellowship is to foster a vibrant and diverse Green Workforce that will lead Texas in sustainable development, creating a positive impact in our communities and throughout our state. To accomplish this, the Green Leaders Fellowship facilitates meaningful connections and partnerships between Texas environmental nonprofits and leaders in the Green Workforce.
Our Vision
Through hands-on experience, professional development training, and meaningful connections, we strive to empower fellows to become leaders in the environmental field, within their communities, and beyond.
Nonprofit Capacity Needs
of ESTX member organizations have less than three staff members
of all nonprofits nationwide are led by a person of color (Statista, 2023)
Our Solution
Examples of
Past Projects
Project Stats
After our first cohort in 2024
5
fellows extended their time with nonprofit hosts
1,000
Total hours of project work completed at no cost to nonprofits
2
Fellows went on to receive full-time jobs in the environmental field
150,000
Amount H-E-B has generously donated to fund 8 fellowship positions
Fellowship Alumni
Luis Caballero
Solar Austin
Content strategy and analysis.
Leo Lewis
TreeFolks
Community engagement.
Cara Johnson
Solar Austin
Content strategy and analysis.
Jenna Everett
EarthShare Texas
Program management.
Cristina Ramirez
Bike Texas
Conference communications.
Special Thanks to Our Supporters:
Green Leaders Fellowship Sponsors
The mission of the EarthShare Texas Green Leaders Fellowship is to foster a vibrant and diverse Green Workforce that will lead Texas in sustainable development, creating a positive impact in our communities and throughout our state.
H-E-B is investing in this workforce development program with a $157,000 grant, which will support and expand the Fellowship during its 2024-2025 cycle. The Green Leaders Fellowship, with support from H-E-B, will empower Fellows to become leaders in the environmental field, within their communities, and beyond.
Donate
Support the growth of Texas’ green workforce by donating to our Green Leaders Fellowship program. Donations empower emerging Green Leaders and the missions of our nonprofit members.
Sponsor
Your business can make a difference by partnering with EarthShare Texas to bolster the Green Workforce and create opportunities for emerging green leaders across the state.
Mentor
Give a career talk, meet with fellows, be a part of their green career journey. Whatever your expertise, we are always seeking opportunities to support and empower our fellowship cohorts.
