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Find similar grantsBackyard Solar Grant is sponsored by City of Madison, Wisconsin. Offers grants to community organizations, affordable housing providers, and businesses in Madison to install solar systems.
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Backyard Solar Grant - MadiSUN A solar grant program for community organizations MadiSUN Backyard Solar Grant Apply for a Backyard Solar Grant The 2025 MadiSUN Backyard Solar Grant fosters access to solar power for Madison-based community organizations, affordable housing providers, and businesses that serve City of Madison residents.
Through an expansion of the MadiSUN solar program funded by the City of Madison, the Backyard Solar program awards grants to non-profit organizations, affordable housing providers, and local businesses to assist them in installing solar systems. Grants will fund $250 for every 1 kilowatt of solar energy installed, with a maximum grant amount of $10,000 for solar installations of less than 100 kilowatts.
Solar installations equal to or more than 100 kilowatts can receive a maximum grant amount of $20,000. Organizations receiving a grant have 12 months to complete their solar projects. This grant competition is intended to serve diverse, low-income residents and neighborhoods.
Applications will be evaluated based on need, diversity of communities served, and organizational reach. Organizations receiving grants must agree to participate in a ribbon cutting or education session about solar. Before you apply for a Backyard Solar grant, take some time to learn about solar energy and evaluate whether this is a good idea for your organization.
Get a site assessment from one or more reputable solar companies. Determine which company you will work with and identify the size and cost of the project you will install. Apply for a grant.
Applications must be submitted through the online application form . Emailed or mailed-in application forms will not be reviewed. If your application is selected: Accept your award by signing our MOU.
Your document will be customized, but you can view a sample MOU HERE . If you haven’t already, sign your contract with your solar company and give us a copy of your contract and proposal. Execute your fundraising campaign.
We require you to check in with us at 6 months and show that you are on track to meet your funding goal. If you are not on track, we will work with you to find a solution. Work with your solar contractor to complete installation of the solar project within 12 months.
RENEW Wisconsin will disburse your grant once we verify that your solar project is installed and interconnected 214 North Hamilton Street, Suite 300
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofits, affordable housing providers, and local businesses in Madison, Wisconsin. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $250 per kilowatt installed, up to $10,000 for systems under 100 kW, and up to $20,000 for systems 100 kW and above. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Backyard Solar Grant is funded by City of Madison, Wisconsin. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Wisconsin. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
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