C-change Conversations

What it reported doing in 2025

C-change primer presentations: the "c-change primer" is a non-partisan, multimedia presentation that explains the science and effects of climate change. Developed in consultation with scientists, business leaders, and public policy experts, the primer is widely hailed as an intelligent, accessible introduction of climate change and its impacts on our health, economy, and global security. Climate scientists and conservative leaders alike have recognized the value of the primer and c-change's approach. As dr. Benjamin strauss, ceo and chief scientist of climate central, said: "c-change conversations' primer is an exceedingly effective presentation of the science underpinning climate change - it makes complex concepts accessible to all audiences and helps them understand the direct impact on their own lives. Even as it articulates the risks clearly and persuasively, the primer also instills a sense of optimism that humanity can meet this challenge. I highly recommend this outstanding c-change conversations primer to associations, businesses, and individuals who want a clear understanding of the issue, presented in a nonpartisan and inclusive manner."c-change has developed multiple primers and presentations to meet the needs of specific audiences, including: "climate risk assessment" an overview of the science of climate change, the risks it presents, and the technology in development to mitigate the effects. This primer is intended for all audiences and can be tailored to meet specific demographic interests (for example, university students, service organizations, social clubs, or municipality departments). This primer is also available in spanish "climate and our health" a look at how climate change is endangering our health and what medical professionals and first responders should factor in the issue as they provide care. "investment: meeting the climate challenge" a look at the impact of climate change on financial markets and investing opportunities. "insurance in a climate changed world" a look at the reality of the changing climate and what we should consider to protect ourselves and our communities. "climate change and real estate" a look at the risks to real estate and major trends impacting value going forward. "preaching beyond the choir" a look at why the u.s. Remains divided on climate change and how our messaging bridges that partisan gap. "10 reasons for hope" a look at a decade of progress in addressing climate change and the solutions for the future.c-change also presents primers on zoom (both pre-recorded and live) at public and private events. Most primer presentations are tailored to include specifics about how climate change impacts the specific locality where we are speaking to further build personal understanding and connection of this issue. More than 2,700 individuals in ten states attended our presentations in 2025. Notable presentations included: garden club of america's national affairs and legislation conference in Washington, dc memphis university school in memphis, tn the woman's club in richmond, va New York junior league in New York, ny st. Johns riverkeeper in jacksonville, flin 2025, c-change added 5 speakers to our presentation roster, considerably expanding our availability for in-person programs. These speakers participated in an intensive yearlong training program to learn how to effectively communicate about climate change with conservative and moderate audiences. The new speakers bring connections to their personal and professional communities that will help c-change expand in more markets.since c-change began offering presentations in 2016, we have reached approximately 24,000 audience members in 33 states and abroad.

Financial Efficiency

• Mission deployment rate: 65.7%; rating input score 66
• Program expense ratio: 81.1%; rating input score 81
• Fundraising efficiency: $13.43 raised per $1 spent on fundraising; rating input score 45; 45th percentile among comparable filings

Transparency & Controls

• Consistency checks: 100%; rating input score 100; 64th percentile among comparable filings
• Pay-setting controls: Limited
• Foreign activity oversight: Limited
• Grant itemization coverage: Limited
• Major donor itemization: Yes; rating input score 100
• Related-party transparency: Limited

Accountability

• Independent voting board: 100%; rating input score 100; 64th percentile among comparable filings
• Governance controls: 5 of 7 controls in place; rating input score 71
  • Conflict-of-interest policy: Pass
  • Whistleblower policy: Pass
  • Document-retention policy: Pass
  • CEO compensation review process: NotApplicable
  • Other executive compensation review process: NotApplicable
  • Form 990 shared with the board: Pass
  • Board meeting minutes documented: Pass
  • Audit committee oversight: Fail
  • Independent financial-statement audit: Fail

Sustainability

• Operating margin: 20.5%; rating input score 72; 72nd percentile among comparable filings
• Total-asset coverage ratio: 1.69; rating input score 55; 55th percentile among comparable filings
• Liabilities to assets ratio: 0; rating input score 77; 77th percentile among comparable filings
• Officer compensation ratio: 0%; rating input score 67; 67th percentile among comparable filings

Growth

• Program expense growth: 17.5% per year; rating input score 100; 80th percentile among comparable filings
• Revenue growth: 15.2% per year; rating input score 100; 80th percentile among comparable filings
• Asset growth: 18.8% per year; rating input score 100; 81st percentile among comparable filings