What Earthgen does

EarthGen is a Washington-state nonprofit (founded 2011 as Washington Green Schools; rebranded January 2021) that delivers science-based environmental education to K-12 students, educators, and school districts across Washington state. Its core product is a portfolio of hands-on, Next Generation Science Standards-aligned curriculum units — including Monarch Mystery (Kindergarten), Zombie Guacamole (5th grade), Breathing Easier (upper elementary/middle school), and Stormwater Stewards (middle/high school) — augmented by a School Certification Program with Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum tiers across eight environmental categories, the ClimEd professional development program for teachers, a 15-week Climate Leadership Fellows program for youth ages 14-19, and a bilingual/culturally responsive curriculum developed with the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. Supporting tools include a Carbon Calculator (Excel/Google Sheets), a Sustainable School Food Toolkit, at-home learning resources, and a Youth Advisory Committee launched in May 2026.

EarthGen's go-to-market is community-led and event-driven: staff work directly with schools and districts to form Green Teams, deliver in-person and virtual trainings, and convene student summits (Clark County, Pierce County YESS). All programs are provided free of charge to schools and educators. Revenue is sourced from individual donations (one-time and monthly via the Spark Collective giving community), corporate sponsorships and matching gifts (Seattle Sounders FC, Boeing, Weyerhaeuser, Port of Seattle, Abbott Construction, Mahlum Architects, RAVE Foundation), and government and foundation grants (including a $213,556 two-year 4Culture Sustained Support grant for King County work in 2026-2028 and an original seed grant from the Washington State Department of Ecology). The organization operates from a single Seattle headquarters (4649 Sunnyside Avenue North, Suite 305) with a staff of approximately 7-10, and is governed by an independent Board of Directors with no parent company; Nayiri Haroutunian was appointed Executive Director in July 2026.

Name

Earthgen

Legal name

EarthGen

Website

https://earthgenwa.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

EarthGen is a Seattle-based nonprofit that delivers free, science-based environmental education programs — including K-12 curriculum units, a school certification framework, teacher professional development, and a youth climate fellowship — to schools, educators, and communities across Washington state.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

NAICS

Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Environmental Science & Sustainability Programs (Ecology, Climate, Conservation) (EDAMABAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Environmental Education & Outreach (BPAGAGAH), Hands-on Science Exploration & Experiments (Lab Kits, Science Clubs) (EDAMABAA)

Keywords

• Environmental education
• K-12 science curriculum
• School sustainability certification
• Youth climate leadership
• Teacher professional development

Headquarters

HQ city

Seattle

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: One-time and monthly donations from individuals at various levels ($50, $100, $250, $500, $1000, or custom amounts). The organization also accepts donor-advised fund donations, IRA charitable distributions, stock donations, and bequests.
2. Corporate Partnerships and Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorship opportunities year-round, company matching gift programs, and Spark Collective monthly giving community for collective impact.
3. Government and Foundation Grants: Grants from organizations such as 4Culture ($213,556 two-year Sustained Support grant for King County work) and Washington State Department of Ecology (original seeding grant).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

EarthGen is a Washington-state nonprofit that delivers science-based environmental education programs to K-12 schools, educators, and youth. Its core offerings include grade-specific science curriculum units, a tiered School Certification program (Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum), ClimEd professional development for teachers, and the Climate Leadership Fellows youth program. All programs are provided free of charge to participating schools and educators, funded through donations, corporate sponsorships, and grants.

Product overview

EarthGen is a nonprofit environmental education organization operating a platform-plus-programs model. The core offerings include science-based curriculum units (Monarch Mystery for Kindergarten, Zombie Guacamole for 5th grade, Breathing Easier for upper elementary/middle school, Stormwater Stewards for middle/high school), a School Certification Program with Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum levels, and the ClimEd Professional Development program for educators. Supporting programs include the Climate Leadership Fellows (15-week youth program), Bilingual Environmental Education, School District Support, Community Projects, and a Youth Advisory Committee. Supplementary tools include the Carbon Calculator, Sustainable School Food Toolkit, and At-Home Learning Resources, all available in multiple languages. The Spark Collective provides a donor engagement program. Together, these programs equip K-12 students and educators with knowledge and skills for environmental action across Washington state.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Science Units Science-based, hands-on environmental learning projects for K-12 students aligned with Next Generation Science Standards, incorporating student-led action projects customized to meet participant needs.
• Monarch Mystery A Kindergarten science unit centered on monarch butterfly migration, told through the perspective of Violeta, a young girl from a migrant community. Students participate in STEM activities and outdoor experiences learning about metamorphosis, pollination, and migration; available in Spanish.
• Zombie Guacamole A 5th grade science unit exploring decomposition, energy cycling in ecosystems, and waste reduction through a hands-on 'Race to Decomposition' experiment, teaching about food systems and waste management.
• Breathing Easier An upper elementary/middle school science unit on air quality and its impact on human health. Students use handheld air quality meters to gather data and design action projects to improve community health.
• Stormwater Stewards A program for middle and high school students to learn about watersheds and stormwater reduction. Students investigate local watersheds and design green stormwater infrastructure projects with connections to stormwater professionals for environmental career pathways.
• School Certification Program K-12 environmental action certification program providing a framework for students to investigate environmental issues and apply learning through projects. Schools earn Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Platinum certification by completing projects in environmental categories including Energy, Water, Waste & Recycling, and more.
• ClimEd Professional Development Climate science professional development program that trains teachers in climate change science, local impacts, and solutions. ClimEd provides resources to bring climate science into classrooms through student activities aligned with academic standards, featuring university scientists and local experts.
• Climate Leadership Fellows A 15-week program for Washington youth ages 14-19 bringing together diverse cohorts to explore climate science, justice, and solutions. Fellows participate in weekly virtual sessions, strengthen communication and leadership skills, and implement local climate action projects.
• Bilingual Environmental Education Program developed in collaboration with Washington OSPI supporting educators statewide in serving migrant, bilingual, and Native students, including professional development and K-12 curricular resources with culturally responsive practices.
• School District Support Partnership program with school district leaders to enhance learning opportunities and reduce schools' environmental footprint. Includes the Sustainable School Food program and partnerships with districts such as Oak Harbor Public Schools.
• Community Projects Facilitated action projects making schools and communities greener and healthier through science education programs, including rain gardens, energy monitoring, and other sustainability initiatives.
• Carbon Calculator Tool for districts, schools, and homes to calculate energy, water, and waste footprint reductions and generate new project ideas. Available as an Excel file and Google Sheets version.
• Sustainable School Food Toolkit Toolkit helping school districts reduce food system impacts, shrink costs, and promote equity, including resources for Waste Prevention, Food Rescue and Recovery, Climate-Friendly Meals, and Culturally-Relevant Foods.
• At-Home Learning Resources Environmental learning resources for at-home exploration including Garden Explorations, Nature Scavenger Hunt, Waste Adventures, and Virtual Race to Decomposition activities for various grade levels; available in Spanish.
• Youth Advisory Committee Committee bringing youth voices ages 14-22 directly into EarthGen's work, helping shape climate education efforts and informing how the organization connects with young people statewide; meets virtually every other month.
• Spark Collective A giving community dedicated to addressing climate change by supporting EarthGen's action-oriented climate science programming. Members receive insider updates, participate in days of service, and attend community gatherings.

Quantifiable outcome

• Thousands of educators, students, and school communities reached since 2011
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and supporting.

• Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Since 2021, EarthGen has collaborated with OSPI to support educators statewide in being responsive to the educational needs and assets of migrant, bilingual, and Native students and their communities. Through teacher professional development and K-12 curricular resources.
• Highline Public SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Partnered with EarthGen along with Seattle Sounders FC, RAVE Foundation, OSPI, Boeing, Abbott Construction, and community volunteers to create rain gardens and outdoor classrooms at Seahurst Elementary.
• Seattle Sounders FCflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2019Seattle Sounders FC became the first carbon neutral soccer team in North America in 2019. In partnership with EarthGen, staff and players volunteer alongside students to build gardens, create outdoor classrooms, and improve waste systems. Together they developed the RAVE Green Rewards program to recognize leadership in EarthGen Certified schools.
• Abbott ConstructionsupportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 2013Starting with a garden improvement project at Seattle's Sand Point Elementary in 2013, Abbott has volunteered their time, talent, and resources to help connect student learning to the outdoors at more than a dozen K-12 schools. They have helped create wheelchair accessible garden beds, sensory and rain gardens, compost bins, and nature trails.
• Clark County Public HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing partnership advances environmental education and action in Southwest Washington's schools. Together, EarthGen and CCPH leverage community resources to help K-12 schools become EarthGen Certified Schools. The annual Clark County Student Summit brings students and educators together for shared learning.
• Mahlum ArchitectssupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate partner providing support for EarthGen. Mahlum is described as a proud supporter whose model of empowerment through education aligns with their values.
• Puget Sound Clean Air AgencycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered with EarthGen to develop the Breathing Easier program, which teaches students about air quality and its importance for healthy communities while addressing academic standards and connecting to environmental justice issues.
• RAVE FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered with EarthGen and Seattle Sounders FC to build rain gardens and outdoor classrooms at schools, contributing volunteer support and resources.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Climate Generation: National nonprofit focused on climate education and youth climate leadership, including educator professional development — closely analogous to EarthGen's Climate Leadership Fellows program and ClimEd teacher trainings.
• Ten Strands: California-based nonprofit that partners with school districts and the state to advance environmental literacy through standards-aligned K-12 programs. Operates a near-identical mission and delivery model to EarthGen in a sibling state, making it the most direct comparable organization.
• Project Learning Tree: National environmental education program offering K-12 curriculum and educator professional development, including STEM-aligned units and teacher training — closely matching EarthGen's science units and ClimEd professional development offerings.
• National Wildlife Federation (Eco-Schools USA): National nonprofit that operates Eco-Schools USA, a K-12 green school certification framework structurally analogous to EarthGen's Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum School Certification Program, serving the same schools and educator audience with mission-aligned environmental literacy offerings.
• Green Schools National Network: Mission-aligned nonprofit advancing green, healthy, and sustainable K-12 schools across the United States. Targets the same educator and school district audience and advocates for whole-school sustainability — directly comparable in mission and stakeholder base.
• Chesapeake Bay Foundation: Regional nonprofit delivering environmental education programs for K-12 students and educators, including schoolyard habitat projects comparable to EarthGen's Community Projects (rain gardens, habitat restoration). Comparable mission and educator engagement model.
• NatureBridge: National nonprofit delivering immersive environmental science education programs for K-12 students and educators. Comparable through its science-based environmental curriculum, school partnerships, and outdoor classroom model (e.g., EarthGen's rain garden/outdoor classroom projects).

Others

• North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE): Professional membership association for the environmental education field. While not a direct programming competitor, NAAEE shapes the standards and funding ecosystem in which EarthGen's educator professional development operates.

Broad incumbents

• USGBC Center for Green Schools: The U.S. Green Building Council's Center for Green Schools works on sustainability in K-12 and higher education at a national scale. Overlaps with EarthGen's whole-school sustainability mission but operates through LEED-style frameworks rather than free curriculum delivery.

Regional players

• RE Sources for Sustainable Communities: Bellingham-based nonprofit running youth climate leadership and school-based environmental programs in the Pacific Northwest. Comparable organizational size and mission; specifically noted as a prior employer of EarthGen's Program Manager, indicating direct programmatic overlap.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles7 records

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