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We're pleased to offer grant funding to help increase awareness, access, infrastructure, and adoption of electric mobility in EWEB service territory.
Applications and proposals will be accepted starting Earth Day, April 22, 2024, and are due by Wednesday, July 31, 2024.
Overview
The 2024 Electric Mobility Community Grant program launches on Earth Day, Monday, April 22, 2024.
Five grants will be provided. Funding awards will be up to $30,000 each to cover up to 100% of costs for non-profits, academic institutions, or public organizations towards their electric mobility projects.
Special consideration will be given to projects that advance electric mobility in underserved communities, including areas without ample access to public charging.
Funding for this program is in part made possible by the Oregon Clean Fuels Program (CFP) administered by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ).
Eligibility and requirements
Applicants must be one of the following:
- Tax-exempt organization under IRS Code Section 501(c)(3) and (4)
- An academic institution chartered by the State of Oregon
- Public institution referenced in ORS 174.109 through ORS 174/117
Funding is not provided for:
- Individuals
- Organizations that are in violation of state or federal laws
- Endowments
- For-profit businesses
- Programs with eligibility requirements contingent upon a stipulated religious or political affiliation
Timeline for the 2024 EWEB Electric Mobility Community Grant Program
| Application Opens |
Monday, April 22, 2024 |
| Application and Project Proposal Due |
Wednesday, July 31, 2024 (deadline will not be extended) |
| Evaluation of projects |
August 2024 |
| Award decision and notification |
September 2024 |
Projects must be completed within 12 months of the award notification.
Steps to Get Started
Download and review
- EWEB Electric Mobility Community Grant Guidelines
- EWEB Electric Mobility Community Grant Application
Submit the grant application and project proposal no later than end of day Wednesday, July 31, 2024. The deadline for applications will not be extended. For questions, contact Rachel Best at Rachel.Best@eweb.org or 541-685-7103.
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