Daily Acts Organization

Overview

Daily Acts is a U.S. nonprofit organization focused on creating connected, equitable, and climate-resilient communities through holistic education and transformative action. Based primarily in Sonoma County, California, the organization leverages a heart-centered approach to engage the public in sustainability efforts and climate justice.

Mission and Vision

Daily Acts' mission is to inspire transformative action, fostering communities that are resilient to climate changes and equitable in their structure. Their vision is to build healthy, just, and sustainable communities through the collective actions of many individuals.

Activities

1. Holistic Solutions and Policy Change: Daily Acts provides practical landscape solutions and advocates for policy changes that enhance climate resilience while regenerating natural environments.

2. Community Engagement and Education: The organization works closely with residents, schools, businesses, and governmental agencies to educate and engage the community in sustainability practices. They offer skill-building workshops for schools and businesses and collaborate with governmental agencies to promote environmental policies.

3. Action Campaigns: Since 2010, Daily Acts has run annual action campaigns, including the "350 Garden Challenge" and the "Community Resilience Challenge," to mobilize individuals and organizations in taking practical steps towards sustainability, such as water conservation and community building.

Impact

Daily Acts has been instrumental in several high-impact projects, including transforming landscapes to save significant amounts of water and creating numerous community gardens and green spaces. They have also partnered with various organizations to replicate successful community action models across different regions.

Financial Overview

As of recent financial reports, Daily Acts operates with a revenue predominantly composed of contributions. The organization has a significant focus on community-based projects and collaborates widely with local partners to achieve its goals.

Founding and History

Founded by Trathen Heckman, Daily Acts was inspired by experiences with environmental movements and transformative community projects. Initially driven by personal loss and global events, the organization evolved to focus on empowering communities and promoting climate resilience through collective action.