Honor System/ Enforcement

The GreenNonprofits Certification Program is based on the honor system. This means that as a member, GreenNonprofits, Inc trusts you or your organization to submit only factual information.

However, any member or organization of GreenNonprofits may challenge the certification of other members or organizations, stating specifically why the organization in question is not in compliance with GreenNonprofits' standards.

If you or your organization sees the need to challenge the honesty of another, then please email us at honorsystem@greennonprofits.org. GreenNonprofits will then review the matter and take action as deemed appropriate.

If necessary, the certified organization in question may be required to provide additional information to the GreenNonprofits Board and/or make arrangements for a site visit.

Any members and/or organizations that are found to be dishonest can result in extension of certification, suspension, or removal of certification. All decisions made by the GreenNonprofits Board of Directors are final.

View the full Honor System Code here.