FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT IS FUNDS4SOLAR

MY STORY

  • My house in Chino Hills burned to the ground in the 80s.  It was rebuilt in the ’90s and I purchased it in 2001. 

  • I also grew up in this area and dry conditions and wildfires are always a threat to my home and to my family. 

  • In the last 10 years, it has gotten worse every summer.  Wildfires and the damage they cause to communities is real for me, my family, and my community.

  • 2 years ago, I had to watch another wildfire and emergency evacuation play out in the eyes of my then 7-year-old, special needs son.  He was terrified. 

  • This event changed my perspective and has prepared me for this advocacy role.

MY SOLUTION

  • I decided to do something about it.

  • Funds4Solar is a unique program that integrates education, advocacy, and fundraising together.

  • We help schools, non-profits, communities, and innovative organizations understand why we need to encourage the use of renewable energy. 

EDUCATION

We partner with Need.org who produces a world-class renewable education curriculum for students and provides the training and support for teachers to use these NGSS materials in their classrooms.  My 30 years of EdTech experience have prepared me for this role.

 

ADVOCACY

We partner with CALSSA and The Solar Rights Alliance to share alerts with our rapidly growing network to promote and advocate for the continuation of rooftop solar.  We interact with the local Chambers of Commerce and Cities to get the word out.  Especially to local officials.  My time as the Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce President has also prepared me for this role.

 

SOLAR INSTALLATION

We partner with Sunrun and help homeowners understand the profit grab taking place, the changes to their power bill, and how easy it can be to qualify for the PPA program which requires zero dollars out of pocket to get solar installed and their electric bill reduced.  No lien, no finance, no debt.  Now any homeowner can now be eligible for clean, cheap, electricity.

 

FUNDRAISING

Then Funds4Solar donates back to our partners that promote our model for every installation they help us get.

WHAT IS THE SOLAR SUPERHERO PROGRAM?

Get zero-cost solar panels- breaking news!

  • Everything has changed with solar.

  • No more having to pay cash or take out a loan.

  • It's now easy to qualify to get your solar system installed for zero money out of pocket.

  • No money upfront and your electric bill will drop 30 to 50%.

Save the environment

  • Being a solar superhero means saving our planet.

  • Going solar is the best way to reduce the consumption of fossil fuels.

  • We’re on a mission to save the world for our youth!

Save our schools

  • Nobody has been more affected by the pandemic than our school’s teachers and students.

  • Get your zero-cost solar system installed and Funds4Solar will donate $1,000 to your school, non-profit or innovative organization!

  • This offer is available to your friends, family, neighbors, coworkers, and anyone in your personal network that owns their home.

Help innovative companies

  • Membership organizations like Credit Unions can help their members get zero-cost solar and lower household expenses.

  • Auto Dealerships can help incentivize buyers by offering free or low-cost solar for car buyers.

  • Financial Services companies can add value to every transaction.

  • Ask about our Real Estate Agent program.

WHAT IS FUNDS4SOLAR?

  • Funds4Solar is an advocate for renewable energy, dedicated to helping the environment by assisting homeowners to install a zero-down custom solar system installation to reduce their power bill and apply a rebate to the cause of their choice.

  • There is no cost to apply and most homeowners receive a 30% or more reduction in their monthly power bill. 

What is our mission?

  • Our mission is to save our planet by delivering solar power to as many homes as possible.

  • We want reduced power bills for the masses.

  • We want to eliminate our reliance on fossil fuels and improve our communities through renewable energy programs.

  • We want to promote renewable energy educational curriculums in our schools and help young people to become solar advocates.

what are our core values?

  • We will offer unique and value-add services that enhance our partners.

  • We promise to provide superior customer service.

  • We strive to act with integrity at all times.

  • We will advocate for the best interests of our partner schools, partners, and communities.

what is our vision?

Clean Energy for the Future of Mankind

  • Environmental and economic issues are at the forefront for many families and institutions.

  • At Funds4Solar we feel that these challenging times present great opportunities to promote renewable energy.

  • Bring awareness to this unique opportunity so that everyone can benefit as we stand on the brink of the biggest shift in energy in the last 130 years.

  • By getting everyone to go solar we can save the environment and simultaneously address economic challenges that affect many of us.

New Government Regulations Means You Save!

  • The federal government has provided benefits to going solar and our Solar Superhero Program makes these benefits easily accessible to you.

  • Now solar can truly be installed at zero-down to the consumer.

  • We have packaged these benefits to our partner schools to maximize their impact at the community level.

  • The re-evolution of power has begun, let’s go!

Teaching our Youth - The Solar Advantage Curriculum

  • At Funds4Solar we support schools!

  • We are helping to save the planet for our youth therefore it is important to educate them on renewable energy.

  • For this purpose, we have partnered with need.org to promote their renewable energy curriculum as a benefit of the Solar Superhero Program and we will supply your school with the curriculum listed above.

  • We will provide ongoing support for teachers as they work to integrate these Next Generation Science Standards-based lessons into their classrooms.

  • The curriculum resources are filled with fun activities for kids that teach them the benefits of renewable energy.

  • Kids love to learn about renewable’s and how to become a Solar Superhero!

 

WHAT IS THE PROCESS FOR HOMEOWNERS?

  • We will match you up with the perfect solar consultant from our solar installation partner, Sunrun.

  • Your solar consultant will ask you some basic questions and then request your electric bill.

  • Within 2 business days, you will receive a detailed proposal from your solar consultant outlining the perfect system to offset your power usage from the grid.

  • You'll now be able to see what you'll save by going solar.

  • Upon your approval, you will be sent the required California State Disclosures via DocuSign.

  • Your solar consultant will then email you your solar contact using DocuSign and possibly a couple more interconnection documents if needed

  • They will then schedule a quality control "welcome call" to make sure you understand your new solar system.

  • Your consultant will then schedule a site survey to make sure your breaker box and roof can accommodate solar.

  • Your consultant will then get the required permits from your local municipality.

  • Installation is then scheduled to be performed by a licensed contractor.

  • Congratulations! You've gone solar!

  • The process takes an average of 6 weeks in total.

WHAT HAPPENS IF I SELL THE HOME?

  • The solar provider guarantees in writing that you can easily transfer the agreement to the new homeowner, without a credit check or complicated process.

  • You can expect the added value to your home due to the new owners receiving the benefit of a lower electric bill.

WHAT DOES THE SOLAR COMPANY PROVIDE?

  • The solar company handles the surveying of your roof, and electrical system needs, and handles the entire installation from beginning to end.

  • The solar company handles all permitting required by the city.

  • The solar company warranties all repairs to the solar panels for 25 years and guarantees roof penetrations will be watertight for 10 years. 

WILL MY RATE EVER GO UP?

  • Your energy rate adjustment is locked in at an annual 2.9% rate cap increase for the life of the agreement. 

  • Most energy companies have gone up an average of 8% to 10% every year for the last two decades!

  • This means every year your savings increase as time goes on.

WHAT IF I WANT TO BUY THE PANELS OUTRIGHT?

  • You can!

  • We recommend you reduce your payments immediately, and keep your money in your pocket until the 5-year mark.

  • Then purchase the panels for dramatically less FVM as they depreciate much like a new car.

WHAT STATES DOES SUNRUN OPERATE IN?

  • Sunrun is available in 22 states and territories, including Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Wisconsin, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico.

  • Not every state has 100% coverage.

  • To find out if your neighborhood is covered, send us your name, address, cell phone, and email and we will check our coverage map.