The Power of Solar for Charities: How Little Miracles is Making a Big Impact

In today’s world, financial sustainability and environmental responsibility go hand in hand, and UK charities are increasingly looking to solar power to help them achieve both. Little Miracles, a charity dedicated to supporting families with children who have disabilities, life-limiting conditions, and additional needs, is leading the way. By embracing solar energy, they’ve managed to save money, go green, and put more resources into their core mission.

Running their programs and facilities is costly, and high electricity bills were taking a big chunk out of Little Miracles' budget - money that could have been better spent on the families who rely on their services. That’s when they turned to solar power. With support from renewable energy partners, they installed solar panels across their main facility, and the results were immediate and impressive. Energy bills dropped dramatically, unlocking funds that could go directly toward helping people.

These savings were a true game-changer. Money that once went to utility bills could now fuel therapy sessions, workshops, and outreach programs, allowing Little Miracles to reach even more families in need. But the benefits didn’t stop at cost savings. By going solar, Little Miracles became a greener, more sustainable organization, generating enough clean energy to prevent hundreds of kilograms of CO₂ emissions each year. For a charity that works so closely with families, this shift to renewable energy felt like an inspiring way to give back to the environment.

Little Miracles’ story is proof of the difference solar power can make for charities. Beyond the financial savings, it sends a powerful message to donors and the community: they are committed to sustainability and making the most of their resources.

At Getricity, we’re here to help charities like Little Miracles remove any barriers to solar energy. We provide solar panels and battery storage installations completely free, helping organisations reduce their energy costs by as much as 30%. If you’re ready to see how solar can support your mission, we’d love to chat about how we can help make that happen!

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