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Community Priority Participants Enhanced Funding

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Funding Amount

Up to $50,000 for commercial/multifamily; Up to $10,000 for residential

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Community Priority Participants Enhanced Funding

Funder: Community Office for Resource Efficiency (CORE)

Status: Active, part of ongoing rebate and grant programs

Geographic Scope: Pitkin County, Eagle County, and Garfield Counties, Colorado

Award Amounts:

  • Up to $10,000 additional on a single residential project

  • Up to $50,000 additional for a commercial or multifamily building project

    • Eligible Participants:

  • Teachers

  • Childcare workers

  • Veterans

  • Government staff

  • Other under-resourced local community members

    • Focus Areas:

  • Same as residential and commercial rebate programs

  • Energy efficiency improvements

  • Building electrification projects

  • Heat pump installations

  • Insulation and air sealing

  • Other eligible energy-saving upgrades

    • What They Fund:

  • Enhanced rebate amounts for qualified participants

  • Residential: 50% of project cost up to $50,000 (compared to $25,000 for standard participants on some programs)

  • Commercial/Multifamily: 50% of project cost up to $50,000

  • Free energy assessments for under-resourced property owners

    • Eligibility Determination:

  • Use CORE's Savings Calculator to determine qualification

  • Review Community Priority Participants criteria

  • Contact Energy Concierge for eligibility questions

    • Additional Services:

  • In 2024, 42% of projects supported served underserved populations

  • 46% of grants and rebate funding allocated to these communities

  • Free energy assessments included

    • Contact Information:

  • Phone: (970) 925-9775

  • Energy Concierge Team

  • Savings Calculator: Available on website

  • Address: 129 Emma Rd Unit A-1, Basalt, CO 81621

    • How to Apply

    How to Apply for Community Priority Participants Funding

    1. Determine Eligibility: Use CORE's Savings Calculator or review Community Priority Participants criteria
    2. Contact Energy Concierge: Reach out to confirm eligibility status
    3. Schedule Assessment: Book a free energy assessment (included for qualified participants)
    4. Apply for Rebate/Grant: Submit regular residential, commercial, or multifamily application
    5. Mention Priority Status: Indicate Community Priority Participant status in application
    6. Receive Enhanced Amounts: Approved applicants receive higher rebate/grant amounts

    Required Materials:

  • Proof of occupation/status (teacher, veteran, etc.)

  • Application materials for corresponding program (residential, commercial, or multifamily)

  • Income documentation or eligibility verification (if required)

  • Project details and cost estimates

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    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    energy-efficiencyteachersveteranshardship

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