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Microgrids for Community Resilience Program is a grant from the Colorado Division of Local Government that funds the planning and construction of microgrids in rural and high-risk Colorado communities to ensure reliable power for essential services during emergencies.
Created through House Bill 22-1013 and expanded with federal funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the program is a joint initiative with the U.S. Department of Energy. Planning grants are restricted to cooperative electric associations and municipally-owned utilities serving rural areas, while construction grants are open to all utilities, local governments, and community anchor institutions.
Projects serving schools, libraries, health centers, and emergency services are prioritized, with preference given to non-fossil fuel energy sources.
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Microgrids for Community Resilience Program This program provides financial support to rural and high-risk communities in Colorado for developing microgrids that ensure reliable power for essential services during emergencies. The Microgrids for Community Resilience (MCR) Program is a joint initiative by the Colorado Department of Local Affairs and the U.S. Department of Energy.
It was created through House Bill 22-1013 and expanded with federal funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law under DOE’s 40101d formula. The goal of the program is to enhance community resilience to electric grid disruptions, especially in rural and high-risk communities across Colorado, by supporting the planning and construction of microgrids.
Microgrids, which can operate independently from the main electric grid, are essential for maintaining reliable power during natural disasters, extreme weather, or infrastructure failures. The MCR Program offers financial support to develop microgrid resources that serve community anchor institutions such as schools, libraries, health centers, law enforcement, and emergency services.
Projects that favor non-fossil fuel sources are prioritized. The program provides both planning and implementation grants. Planning grants are restricted to cooperative electric associations and municipally-owned utilities serving rural areas, while construction grants are open to all utilities, local governments, and community anchor institutions within Colorado.
Eligible applicants must demonstrate vulnerability to climate, socioeconomic, or infrastructure risks, and articulate how their proposed project will improve resilience. Each construction grant can be up to $2,500,000 and each planning grant up to $75,000. Matching contributions are required: a one-third match for small utilities and 100% for larger utilities and non-utility applicants.
Compliance with NEPA, the Davis-Bacon Act, and the Build America Buy America Act is mandatory for federally funded projects. Applications are scored on project clarity, community benefits, risk assessment, and readiness. Application deadlines for the latest cycle have passed, with Round 4 now closed and award notifications expected in the first quarter of 2025.
Applicants are encouraged to contact Julia Masters ( [email protected] , 303-349-1616) for pre-submission consultations. Extensive technical assistance is available, including from Collective Energy, TAPs, and other DOE-supported programs. Yes - One-third for rural utilities, 100% for larger utilities or non-utility applicants State: $140,490; Federal: $4,279,430.
Funding covers planning and construction including generation, storage, and microgrid controllers. Preference for non-fossil-fuel systems. Compliance with NEPA, DBA, BABA required.
City or township governments Public housing authorities Special district governments Eligibility limited to Colorado-based utilities, local governments, and community anchor institutions. Planning grants are restricted to rural electric and municipal utilities. Construction grants are open to broader categories if serving eligible communities.
Applicants are encouraged to have a pre-submission meeting with Julia Masters and use available technical assistance resources. Disaster Prevention and Relief Microgrids for Community Resilience Program | GrantExec, a Euna Solutions® company
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Local governments, utilities, and community organizations in Colorado. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Microgrids for Community Resilience Program is funded by Colorado Division of Local Government. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Colorado. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
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.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.
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