The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is accepting applications for the 2025–2027 Zero-emissions Access Program (ZAP) Grant. Funded through the state's Climate Commitment Act, this grant supports the development of zero-emission carshare pilot programs specifically designed to serve low- to moderate-income and underserved communities across Washington. The program aims to expand access to clean transportation in areas where public transit is limited or where air pollution exceeds acceptable standards.
Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations and local governments in Washington State, such as cities, counties, ports, housing authorities, and public transit agencies. Applicants must have demonstrated experience in clean-fuel transportation or shared mobility services, which can include carsharing, micromobility programs, or the installation of EV infrastructure. The grant supports a wide array of expenses including vehicle acquisition or leasing, infrastructure installation, operational costs, and outreach to make the programs inclusive and accessible.
Applications must be submitted through WSDOT’s Grants Management System by 3:00 p.m. on May 29, 2025. A required 10 percent match—either cash or in-kind—is needed. In-kind contributions must be documented using WSDOT’s provided valuation form. An informational webinar will be hosted on April 30, 2025, to assist prospective applicants with the process.
The 2025–2027 biennium includes an estimated $3.4 million in available funding, and individual awards will range from $50,000 to $200,000. Projects must be active by July 1, 2026, and all funds must be expended by June 30, 2027. Priority will be given to projects that engage communities, foster accessibility for underserved groups, and are backed by strategic partnerships. WSDOT highly encourages early planning, community engagement, and coordination with utilities and other service providers to address infrastructure, insurance, and equity challenges.
Applications will be evaluated by a selection committee comprising internal and external reviewers with subject matter expertise. The evaluation criteria focus on community benefit, implementation strategy, community coordination, project team experience, and long-term sustainability. For questions, applicants can contact WSDOT’s public transportation grants team at PTDGrants@wsdot.wa.gov.
