DISASTER RECOVERY – Town Highway Emergency Fund Repair, build, or reconstruct Class 1, 2, or 3 town highways and for repair or replace drainage structures including bridges on Class 1, 2, 3,…
Vermont Grants
Last updated June 12, 2026
There are currently 127 active grants available to Vermont applicants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state sources and updated daily.
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.
What grants are open in Vermont right now?
DISASTER RECOVERY – Vermont Emergency Relief Assistance Fund Provides public assistance to municipalities to repair damaged infrastructure after a presidentially declared disaster. Details -…
ECONOMIC - Catalyst Program Projects that address transportation, telecommunications, energy, and basic public infrastructure; business and workforce development; health care, nutrition and…
ECONOMIC - Forest Economy Program Supports community development projects, workforce training and development projects, marketing/communication and education projects, business planning and…
EMERGENCY SERVICES and PUBLIC SAFETY – Assistance to Firefighters Grant Funds outfitting responders with compliant personal protective equipment to enhance their safety during incident…
EMERGENCY SERVICES and PUBLIC SAFETY – Jeremiah Lucey Grant Program Supports training, equipment, and technology for both paid and volunteer departments. Details - Funding Entity: The Leary…
EMERGENCY SERVICES and PUBLIC SAFETY – Local Law Enforcement Grants for Enforcement of Cybercrimes Programs Supports activities that prevent, enforce, and prosecute cybercrimes against…
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,…
EMERGENCY SERVICES and PUBLIC SAFETY – Rural Law Enforcement Violent Crime Reduction Initiative Supports local law enforcement in rural jurisdictions to prevent, respond to, and reduce violent crime.…
EMERGENCY SERVICES and PUBLIC SAFETY – State Homeland Security Grant Program Real-location: General Support emergency preparedness and management planning, equipment, training and exercises,…
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…
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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