The life blood of our society and economy is propelled by small business innovation. Small businesses are the most innovative and nimble and create more jobs then the large multinational corporations.

With a stagnant US economy don’t look to the federal government to fix our economy – it’s up to us! The only way we are going to bring back a robust economy is to innovate our way into prosperity.

Now that you are incorporated and in the black it’s time to make sure you are well protected against liability. A California corporation can shield the business owner’s (shareholders) personal assets from the debts, liabilities and obligations of the corporation.

Having an advocate that speaks your language, knows the energy market and understands your business will save you time and money. Let’s be honest: Alternative energy is the like the Wild West in the early 19th century. In other words, chaos is afoot. It often feels like people are trying to sell you the cure-all “snake oil.”

This guide was written specifically for the non-profits organizations; however the principals for writing a grant are universal for every organization from the smallest non-profit to the largest multinational corporation. This grant writing kit is only an example, each grant is unique and one must address the particular questions posed.