What does this funding get me?
Grants to help nonprofits do energy efficiency work. Two programs had funding cycles in the Southeast that closed in November 2024 (stay tuned for new cycles):
- Good Use (subgrants up to $120,000 from the Southface Institute; requires cost-share; possible new cycles in spring and summer 2025)
- BUILT Nonprofits (grants up to $100,000 from the Dept. of Energy; requires 20% cost-share; congratulations to Marbles Kids Museum in Raleigh, one of 22 recipients in 2024; new cycles of funding, if any, will be announced here)
Am I eligible?
Both programs were open to 501(c)(3) organizations who own and operate their own buildings.
How can I access the money?
No current funding cycles are open. Click the program links above for details.
What is the timeline?
See above.
What other incentives could I use to help me accomplish my goals?
- Nonprofits can transfer the 179D energy efficiency tax deduction to their contractor in exchange for a lower price.
- Check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE) for additional incentives that may be offered by your state, local government, or utility, as well as important federal, state, and local policies. For questions regarding DSIRE, contact Justin Lindemann (NC Clean Energy Technology Center) at jplindem@ncsu.edu.
Where can I get more information?
- Good Use web page and FAQ
- Built Nonprofits web page
- Renew America’s Nonprofit web page (archived DOE web page, no longer being updated)
- For specific questions on this program or for more assistance, contact Sally Robertson at info@energyfundsforall.org.