Gemini Solar is deeply committed to engaging with and supporting the Winnebago County community through various initiatives, sponsorships, and events.

Community Engagement

Our active participation includes memberships and collaborations with local organizations such as:
  • Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce, Member
  • Next Rockford, Member
  • Sustain Rockford, Member

Sponsorships/Donations

We proudly sponsor several local events and organizations, including:
  • United Way of Rock River Valley: United in Literacy
  • Stroll on State: Santa’s Workshop
  • Rockford Ice Hogs: Season Ticket Holder
  • NIU Conference on Undergraduate Research & Engagement
  • Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce: Annual Golf Outing
  • United Way of Rock River Valley: Tea for Tomorrow, Building a Tradition of Literacy

Community Events

Our team actively participates in numerous community events, such as:
  • Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce: Ribbon Cutting
  • IceHogs Club Level Event
  • Coffee & Conversation
  • Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic
  • United Way Rock River Valley Day of Caring
  • Stroll on State
  • Next Rockford Presentation
  • Sustain Rockford Presentation
  • United Way of Rock River Valley Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon
  • IceHogs School Day Game

Grant Program Contributions

Since 2024, Gemini Solar has awarded grants to area non-profit organizations including:

2026 Recipients

    • Starlight Theater at Rock Valley Community College, Friends of Illinois Nature Preserve, Rock House Kids, Carpenter’s Place, Nettle Curbside Compost, Rockford Arts Council, Family Counseling Services of Illinois, Rockford Parks, Life Decisions, Marshmallow’s Hope

2025 Recipients

  • 205 Direct Dental Services, Life Decisions, Northwest Community Center, Remedies Renewing Lives, Rockford Woman’s Club, Golden Apple, Wild Roots Nature Center, Meals on Wheels, Blackhawk Area Council Boy Scouts, Family Counseling Services, Life Decisions, YMCA, Easterseals, Nik’s Wish, Goodwill Excel Center, Rockford Parks, Nature at the Confluence, Jeremiah Development, A Mother’s Love, Natural Land Institute, Rock River Valley Pantry, Covenant Outreach Center, West State Street Shines, Safe Families for Children, Lisa’s Little Rescues, The Haven Network, Rock & Roll Institute

2024 Recipients

  • Rosie’s Birthday Club, Northern Illinois Food Bank, Rock House Kids, Gigi’s Playhouse, Family Peace Center

Gemini Solar Community Grant Program Testimonials

  • Angela Lundin, Director of Development
    I’m thankful that you guys have chosen Rockford, it’s important for our community. It’s a wonderful benefit that you have chosen United Way to help us continue our work in the community and make a difference in young people through our literacy program.

    Angela Lundin, Director of Development

  • Castle Auctions & Appraisals, Missie Striker
    We truly appreciate the tornado relief donation. It made a big difference in helping our small business recover from the damage. Thank for investing in our community.

    Castle Auctions & Appraisals, Missie Striker

  • Media Seed LLC, Charla Wurm-Adams
    The absolute generosity of Wombat Solar went above and beyond to help save my business and keep it alive during a natural disaster. Leah and Wes are a perfect example that there is still good in this world

    Media Seed LLC, Charla Wurm-Adams

  • The Computer Guru, Leslie Barto
    The grant from Wombat Solar was incredibly helpful to help us in the interim before we could get insurance payments. They were the first ones to offer us help.

    The Computer Guru, Leslie Barto