Illinois Clean Energy Primes Contractor Accelerator Program

$3,000,000

Closed

Grant Description

The Clean Energy Primes Contractor Accelerator Program offers progressive courses with one-on-one coaching to help clean energy contractors to develop a business plan. It provides operational support grants, tailored business coaching, mentorship, access to Clean Energy Contractor Incubator Program services, assistance with certifications and vendor status, support in preparing bids, networking opportunities, and access to financial development assistance programs, including zero-interest and low-interest loans.

Funding Details

Award Range

$1,000,000 - $3,000,000

Total Program Funding

$9,000,000

Number of Awards

Matching Requirement

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofits

City or township governments

County governments

Small businesses

Public housing authorities

Additional Requirements

Organizations must demonstrate experience in leading contractor-based businesses, mentoring, developing relationships in the clean energy industry, and working with equity investment eligible communities.

Geographic Eligibility

All

Key Dates

Application Opens

April 3, 2024

Application Closes

August 1, 2024

Contact Information

Grantor

Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity

kristi.dula@illinois.gov

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