Community Funding Announcements

See open Community Funding Announcements below.

Type of Opportunity	Title	Tracking ID	Announced	Deadline	Official Description	Application Link	Brief Description	DOE Office	DOE Program	Total Funding Available	Eligible Entities
PIA (Business-to-Business Agreement)	Industrial Training & Assessment Centers Program	N/A	12/24/24	TBD	Article	Application	The ITAC Implementation Grants program provides grants of up to $300,000 per project to small- and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs) to implement recommendations made by DOE and other qualified energy assessments. These grants will help small businesses lower their energy costs, improve efficiency, and reduce harmful emissions, while strengthening our domestic manufacturing sector.	Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains (MESC)	N/A	$14.8M	This opportunity is for small- and medium-sized manufacturers to improve energy efficiency; material efficiency; cybersecurity; or productivity; or reduce waste production; greenhouse gas emissions; or non-greenhouse gas pollution.
PIA (Business-to-Business Agreement)	State Manufacturing Leadership Program Round 3	N/A	1/15/25	TBD	Article	Application	The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)—in collaboration with its Partnership Intermediary, ENERGYWERX —seeks applications to establish new or expand existing programs to support small- and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs) to: 1) implement smart manufacturing technologies and practices; and 2) facilitate access to high-performance computing (HPC) resources.	Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains (MESC)	N/A	$13M	Through this solicitation, MESC aims to support state entities, state-funded universities, and state-funded community and technical colleges to support SMMs in accessing and implementing smart manufacturing technologies and HPC resources; anticipated outcomes include improved facility efficiency, increased product quality, and accelerated innovation that leads ultimately to greater global competitiveness.
RFI	Request for Information on Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure on DOE Lands	N/A	4/3/25	5/7/25	Article	Application	The Department is seeking input from data center developers, energy developers, and the broader public to further advance this partnership. The information collected will be used to inform development, encourage private-public partnerships and enable the construction of AI infrastructure at select DOE sites with a target of commencing operation by the end of 2027. Additionally, the RFI aims to gather information on potential development approaches, technology solutions, operational models, and economic considerations associated with establishing AI infrastructure.	Office of Policy	Infrastructure Policy	N/A	The Department is seeking input from data center developers, energy developers, and the broader public to further advance this partnership. DOE recognizes its relationships with Tribes and States and local governments as well as local communities, universities, businesses, utilities, and governments, contributing to economic development, education, and scientific advancement. As such, this RFI also seeks to gather input from potentially interested entities and individuals.
Prize	Digitizing Utilities Prize Round 3	N/A	1/15/25	5/1/25	Article	Application	Through this planned NOFO, the Office of Indian Energy intends to solicit applications from Indian Tribes, which include Alaska Native Regional Corporations and Village Corporations, Intertribal Organizations, and Tribal Energy Development Organizations, to: • Install energy generating system(s) and/or energy efficiency measure(s) for Tribal building(s) • Deploy community-scale energy generating system(s) or energy storage on Tribal lands • Install integrated energy system(s) for autonomous operation (independent of the traditional centralized electric power grid) to power a single or multiple essential Tribal building(s) during emergency situations or for Tribal community resilience • Power unelectrified Tribal buildings.	Office of Indian Energy	Indian Energy Policy and Programs	$25M	Pursuant to its authorizing statute, the DOE Office of Indian Energy will only consider applications from: (1) an Indian Tribe; (2) Intertribal Organization, or (3) Tribal Energy Development Organization; and (4) on whose Tribal Lands the project(s) will be located. Applications from a consortium of Indian Tribes (Tribal Consortium) will be accepted but must be submitted by a single Indian Tribe acting as the Applicant and representing the Consortium. Applications may also be submitted on behalf of Indian Tribe(s) by an authorized Tribal Organization, provided evidence of that authority is included as part of the application.
NOFO	FY 2025 Continuation of Solicitation for the Office of Science Financial Assistance Program	DE-FOA-0003432	9/30/24	9/30/25	Article	Application	The DOE SC program hereby announces its continuing interest in receiving applications for support of work in the following program areas: Advanced Scientific Computing Research, Basic Energy Sciences, Biological and Environmental Research, Fusion Energy Sciences, High Energy Physics, Nuclear Physics, Isotope R&D and Production, and Accelerator R&D and Production. This NOFO is our annual open solicitation that covers all research areas in SC and is open throughout the Fiscal Year. Any research within SC’s Congressionally authorized mission may be proposed under this NOFO.	Office of Science (SC)	ALL	$500M	All types of applicants are eligible to apply, except nonprofit organizations described in section 501(c)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 that engaged in lobbying activities after December 31, 1995.
NOFO	Generation III+ Small Modular Reactor Pathway to Deployment	DE-FOA-0003485	3/24/25	4/23/25	Article	Application	DOE is offering funding to de-risk the deployment of Generation III+ light-water small modular reactors (Gen III+ SMR) through two tiers: Tier 1: First Mover Team Support will provide up to $800M to support up to two first mover teams of utility, reactor vendor, constructor, and end-users/off-takers committed to deploying a first plant while facilitating a multi-reactor, Gen III+ SMR orderbook and the opportunity to work with the National Nuclear Security Administration to incorporate safeguards and security by design into the projects. Tier 2: Fast Follower Deployment Support will provide approximately $100M to spur additional Gen III+ SMR deployments by addressing key gaps that have hindered the domestic nuclear industry in areas such as design, licensing, supply chain, and site preparation.	Office of Nuclear Energy (NE) Office of Clean Energy Demonstration (OCED)	Advanced Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Research, Development and Demonstration	$900M	Tier 1: First Mover Team Support Eligible entities will consist of a lead applicant who must be a U.S. commercial electric utility (utility), a U.S. end-user/off-taker who has teamed with a utility, a U.S. project development company who has teamed with a utility, or an incorporated consortium that includes a utility. The lead applicant’s team must include a U.S. Gen III+ SMR technology vendor and a U.S. engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractor. If these entities are still being finalized during selection, DOE will prioritize team finalization as early as possible and will tailor milestones as appropriate. Tier 2.1: SMR Site Selection and Preparation Eligible entities under Tier 2.1 are limited to planned U.S. owners or utilities for domestic Gen III+ SMR deployment projects. Reactor technology vendors, fuel manufacturers, supply chain vendors, EPC contractors or other domestic nuclear industry entities are allowed to support the eligible entities for this tier. Tier 2.2: SMR Supply Chain Development Eligible entities under Tier 2.2 are limited to domestic entities looking to improve the capability, capacity, or cost competitiveness of the domestic supply chain needed for the near-term deployment of Gen III+ SMRs. Tier 2.3: SMR Project Improvement Eligible entities under Tier 2.3 are limited to planned U.S. owners or utilities for domestic Gen III+ SMR deployment projects. Reactor technology vendors, fuel manufacturers, supply chain vendors, EPC contractors or other domestic nuclear industry entities are allowed to support the eligible entities for this tier.
Prize	MAKE IT Prize Round 2	N/A	9/30/24	TBD	Article	Application	The Manufacture of Advanced Key Energy Infrastructure Technologies (MAKE IT) Prize aims to catalyze the domestic manufacturing of critical energy technology components, moving manufacturing facilities for these components from planning to shovel-ready.	Office of Technology Transitions (OTT) and Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED)	N/A	$32M	U.S.-based entities with demonstrated capabilities and commitment to domestic manufacturing of the following components and processes are eligible for the prize: •Manufacturing and/or recycling of components for the production, processing, delivery, and storage of hydrogen and/or hydrogen fuel cells. •Manufacturing of components related to the upgrade and modernization of the electric grid. •Manufacturing and assembly of Long-Duration Energy Storage (LDES) components and systems. •Manufacturing of equipment and components to support industrial decarbonization. •Manufacturing of components for carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies. •Manufacturing of components for Direct Air Capture (DAC) systems. •Manufacturing of materials, components, and systems for advanced nuclear power applications.
Prize	Community Energy Innovation Prize Round 2	N/A	1/15/25	6/20/25	Article	Application	The Community Energy Innovation Prize incentivizes organizations working to establish affordable, reliable, and secure energy resources in communities across the U.S. and advance innovations in clean energy, manufacturing, and vehicle technology ecosystems (3 separate tracks in the competition). Competitors have the chance to win part of $8.42 million in prizes to help them advance in the competition and accelerate the development of their solution.	Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE)	Integrated Strategies Office (ISO), Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Office (AMMTO), and Vehicle Technologies Office (VTO).	$8.42M	The Clean Energy Ecosystem, Manufacturing Ecosystem, and Vehicles Ecosystem Tracks are open only to private entities (for-profits and nonprofits); nonfederal government entities such as states, counties, tribes, and municipalities; academic institutions; and individuals.
Prize	Industrial Energy Storage Systems Prize	N/A	10/22/24	4/29/25	Article	Application	The Industrial Energy Storage Systems Prize aims to support the acceleration of market adoption for cost-effective thermal energy storage technologies that can be charged by thermal or electrical sources, and provide heating, cooling, and/or power to industrial facilities. The prize is developed around three categories, based on types of input and output, to focus submissions on common themes while accommodating a variety of industrial sectors. Competitors may submit up to one application to each of the following three categories: •Industrial cooling energy storage •High temperature (>300°C) industrial energy storage •Industrial thermal storage for hybrid cooling, heating, and power	Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE)	Industrial Efficiency and Decarbonization Office (IEDO)	$4.8M	The competition is open to individuals; private entities (for-profits and nonprofits); non-federal government entities such as states, counties, tribes, and municipalities; and academic institutions.
NOI	Energy Technology Deployment on Tribal Lands	DE-FOA-0003547	1/16/25	N/A	Article	Application	Through this planned NOFO, the Office of Indian Energy intends to solicit applications from Indian Tribes, which include Alaska Native Regional Corporations and Village Corporations, Intertribal Organizations, and Tribal Energy Development Organizations, to: • Install energy generating system(s) and/or energy efficiency measure(s) for Tribal building(s) • Deploy community-scale energy generating system(s) or energy storage on Tribal lands • Install integrated energy system(s) for autonomous operation (independent of the traditional centralized electric power grid) to power a single or multiple essential Tribal building(s) during emergency situations or for Tribal community resilience • Power unelectrified Tribal buildings.	Office of Indian Energy	Indian Energy Policy and Programs	$25M	Pursuant to its authorizing statute, the DOE Office of Indian Energy will only consider applications from: (1) an Indian Tribe; (2) Intertribal Organization, or (3) Tribal Energy Development Organization; and (4) on whose Tribal Lands the project(s) will be located. Applications from a consortium of Indian Tribes (Tribal Consortium) will be accepted but must be submitted by a single Indian Tribe acting as the Applicant and representing the Consortium. Applications may also be submitted on behalf of Indian Tribe(s) by an authorized Tribal Organization, provided evidence of that authority is included as part of the application.