EMERGENCY SERVICES and PUBLIC SAFETY – Rural Fire Protection Program Installation of new dry hydrants and other types of rural water supplies (priority), repair/upgrade, replacement,…
Vermont Grants
Find grants available to organizations and individuals in Vermont. These include federal grants open to Vermont applicants, state-level funding from Vermont agencies, and foundation grants from funders that serve the Vermont area.
ENERGY - Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Investment Tax Credit (§ 30C) Storage or dispensing of a clean-burning fuel into the fuel tank of a motor vehicle propelled by such fuel if…
ENERGY - Clean Electricity Production Tax Credit (§ 45Y) Zero emissions renewable energy generation Details - Funding Entity: US Treasury Department - Funding Type: Direct pay tax…
ENERGY - Commercial Clean Vehicle Investment Tax Credit (§ 45W) Purchase of a qualified motor vehicle or mobile machinery as defined in Details - Funding Entity: US Treasury…
ENERGY - Energy Credit Extension Investment Tax Credit (§ 48) Zero emissions solar energy property, geothermal property, fiber-optic solar property, fuel cell property, microturbine…
ENERGY - Energy Efficient Building Tax Deduction (§ 179D) New or retrofit buildings that increase their energy efficiency by at least 25 percent will be able to claim this deduction, with…
ENERGY - Vermont State Infrastructure Bank EV Charging Stations Construction or reconstruction of highways, roads, bridges, and pedestrian facilities, certain facilities related to rail or…
ENERGY – Community Wood Grant Program Funds shovel-ready projects to install a community wood energy system or to build or expand an innovative wood product facility. Eligible costs include:…
ENERGY – Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Program Provides low cost and flexible financing for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects to help drive down costs. Eligible…
ENERGY – Energy to Communities: Expert Match Provides free, short-term technical assistance to address near-term energy challenges and questions. The assistance is 40 to 60 hours over 3 to 4…
ENERGY – Municipal (Business) Energy Loan Supports energy efficiency improvements Details - Funding Entity: Efficiency Vermont - Funding Type: Loan - Funding Range: None…
ENERGY – Utility and Grid Operator Technical Assistance Provides up to 100 hours of technical assistance and resources to support utility and grid operators in modernizing systems and planning…
ENERGY – Vermont Community Electric Vehicle Chargers Incentive Program Supports comprehensive turnkey services which includes technical assistance, a design for sighting of the chargers,…
HOUSING – Recovery Housing Program Supports proposals addressing the development, acquisition, or rehabilitation of housing that aligns with HUD goals and Vermont efforts to combat the opioid…
INFRASTRUCTURE - Catalyst Program Projects that address transportation, telecommunications, energy, and basic public infrastructure; business and workforce development; health care, nutrition…
INFRASTRUCTURE - Community and Housing Infrastructure Program (CHIP) Enables municipalities to finance essential infrastructure (like water, sewer, roads, and stormwater systems) that supports…
INFRASTRUCTURE - Forest Economy Program Supports community development projects, workforce training and development projects, marketing/communication and education projects, business planning…
INFRASTRUCTURE - Housing Infrastructure Loan Fund Supports preliminary engineering and planning; engineering design and bid specifications; construction of improvements; and…
MULTIPLE - Community Facilities Direct Loan and Grant Program Provides affordable funding to develop essential community facilities in rural areas. An essential community facility provides an…
MULTIPLE - Pooled Loan Program Finances long-term capital projects undertaken by municipalities, school districts, and other districts. Common uses include facility renovation and construction,…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of grants are available in Vermont?
- Vermont organizations can access federal grants (open to all states), state government grants administered by Vermont agencies, and private foundation grants from funders that serve Vermont. Common grant areas include education, community development, health services, arts, and small business support.
- How do I find Vermont state government grants?
- Start with your state's grants portal and major agencies. Most Vermont state grants are posted on the state government website or Grants.gov for federal pass-through programs. Contact your Vermont legislators' offices for guidance on state-specific programs, as they often know about funding that isn't widely advertised.
- Are there grants for Vermont small businesses?
- Yes. Vermont small businesses can access SBA federal programs, state economic development grants, and local business assistance programs. Check with your local Small Business Development Center (SBDC), which provides free guidance on Vermont-specific funding opportunities and application assistance.
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