# Event Details - **Event Name**: Take Charge of Your (Solar) Power - Join Us April 28 - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 28 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 am – Tue, 28 Apr, 2026 at 09:30 am (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for an upcoming session to learn how your organization can reduce energy costs and reinvest those savings back into your mission.About this EventJoin us for an upcoming session to learn how your organization can reduce energy costs and reinvest those savings back into your mission—without any upfront capital investment.Take Charge of Your Power!Greenlink Energy Solutions is offering a unique opportunity for nonprofits, public facilities, and community organizations to access solar energy solutions with $0 upfront cost and guaranteed energy savings.Date: April 28, 2026Time: 8:00 – 9:30 a.m.Location: Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence8500 E. State St., Rockford, IL 61108Why attend?No upfront cost solar installationGuaranteed energy savingsReduce operating expensesReinvest savings into your missionDesigned specifically for nonprofits and community organizationsWhy now?$20 million in funding available (limited)Federal tax credit expires July 4Early participants receive priority positioningWho Qualifies?Organizations that own their facilities OR if your landlord approves for solar installation on their buildingDCEO-Eligible nonprofit organizations (you do not need to be a current grantee)Public FacilitiesChurchesSchoolsLight refreshments and coffee will be served.Through federal elective pay and state-backed programs like ILSFA and DCEO, eligible organizations can eliminate upfront costs and start saving immediately.Can’t attend in person? Join virtually:https://meet.google.com/mfm-rsvk-btbTo RSVP or for questions, contact:Tom@usgreenlink.com | 779-208-2404 https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/c7c86800-3223-11f1-8d5f-efb55bc4316e-rimg-w1200-h328-dcffffff-gmir.jpg About NICNE: The Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence (NICNE) has strengthened nonprofits since August 2004 by providing capacity building, training, technical assistance, resource support, and initiative leadership to nonprofit organizations in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. NICNE believes in investing in people and organizations that make communities in our area safer, healthier, and more vibrant. We provide training opportunities that help nonprofits successfully achieve their missions. As the region’s primary resource for nonprofit capacity and movement building, NICNE encourages collaboration and best practices, resulting in a strong, vibrant nonprofit sector demonstrating significant social impact. NICNE is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization affiliated with Northern Illinois University. NICNE Mission: Promote, model and grow innovation, excellence and social impact. Learn more at niu.edu/nicne. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rockford/take-charge-of-your-solar-power-join-us-april-28/100001986640493194 - **Event Categories**: workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Rockford - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Northern Illinois University - Rockford - **lat**: 42.2738375 - **long**: -88.94918770000004 - **full address**: Northern Illinois University - Rockford, 8500 East State Street, Rockford, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Take Charge of Your (Solar) Power - Join Us April 28 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/c6524fea6a8533a1963f242545ba75eb4530f4e6351a61d2c172e17c82e5bc5a-rimg-w1200-h600-dc01464c-gmir.jpg?v=1775568219 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Take Charge of Your (Solar) Power - Join Us April 28 being held? - **A:** Take Charge of Your (Solar) Power - Join Us April 28 takes place on Tue, 28 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 am to Tue, 28 Apr, 2026 at 09:30 am at Northern Illinois University - Rockford, 8500 East State Street, Rockford, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Take Charge of Your (Solar) Power - Join Us April 28? - **A:** Take Charge of Your (Solar) Power - Join Us April 28 is organized by Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence (NICNE). - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Take Charge of Your (Solar) Power - Join Us April 28 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Rockford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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