Igniting Change Together
From a Whisper to a Roar, Because Every Seed Holds Something More
We nurture grassroots ideas into transformative action.
Through strategic funder alignment, tailored grant support, and accessible digital tools,
we empower local changemakers to secure sustainable resources, amplify their impact,
and build lasting infrastructure for their communities and the ecosystems they support.
Waxen Flame LLC
Root In, Rise Up, and Kindle the Fires of Change.
🌿 Ecological Recovery
Healing land through restoration and stewardship.
Who We Serve
We stand alongside the Change Makers, those who mend landscapes, safeguard water, revive cultural fire, and weave networks of mutual aid when resources run thin. Non Profits, grassroots organizers, educators.
We serve those who hold their communities together with more love than resources.
💧 Water Restoration
Restoring flow and protecting water sovereignty.
🔥 Fire Resilience
Reviving cultural burns and fire-adapted futures.
🌱 The People
Fueling grassroots care, culture, and connection.
“I believe a leaf of grass is no less than the journey-work of the stars.”
“Waxen Flame has shown a remarkable capacity for optimization, partnership facilitation, and funding development.
They understand how to align project goals with community values, ensuring that each initiative remains both impactful and deeply rooted in local priorities. Their insights into grant writing, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning have streamlined our collective efforts, allowing NM-ERA to reach new heights of efficiency and effectiveness. Furthermore, Waxen Flame consistently demonstrates unwavering professionalism and integrity. Whether coordinating with local government, nonprofits, businesses, or volunteers, they approach each task with respect, clarity, and a profound sense of responsibility.
Their passion for ecosystem recovery, rural resilience, and community empowerment shines through in all they do—reflecting the very best qualities we look for in a partner, facilitator, and consultant.”
~ Jessica Martinelli
Board Vice President & Executive Director
Northern Mendocino Ecosystem Recovery Alliance (NM-ERA)