The Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program (EVITP) Fund is a grant initiative administered by the California Employment Training Panel (ETP) in partnership with the California Energy Commission. This opportunity supports the expansion of California’s electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure by training and certifying electricians to install EV charging equipment statewide. The program is part of California’s Clean Transportation Program and aims to address the growing demand for EV infrastructure by increasing the number of EVITP-certified electricians throughout the state.
A total of $2.7 million in funding is available through this grant. The program is specifically designed to increase the availability of skilled labor for EV infrastructure deployment, aligning with the state’s broader environmental and transportation goals. The grant will support workforce development initiatives that focus on EVITP curriculum delivery and certification.
The grant application window opens on March 28, 2025, and closes on April 30, 2025. An orientation session is scheduled for April 10, 2025, at 1:00 PM to provide potential applicants with guidance on the application process. Additionally, technical assistance sessions will be held on April 29 and 30, 2025, at various times to support applicants with the submission of their proposals. Required documents include a Solicitation for Proposal (SFP) form, budget spreadsheet, payee data forms (STD 204 and STD 205), and a Participating Employer Demand List.
Award announcements are expected after the close of the application window, though a specific date has not yet been released. Questions about the grant opportunity can be directed to ETP via their grants homepage or by emailing connect@etp.ca.gov.
