Purpose of Application: To pilot workforce development and training programs from qualified applicants across the Engine service region in Upstate New York that aim to advance the pathways into and readiness of the regional and national battery and energy storage labor force.

Project Period: Duration of awards will be up to 12 months. Successful applicants will be notified no later than Dec.15, 2024.

Application Deadline: Rolling basis through November 15, 2024.

Project Description: Projects within, but not limited to, the following categories will be considered:

• Development and Implementation of New Programs: Develop and implement innovative workforce training programs tailored to the battery and energy storage sector, including hands-on experiential learning opportunities and broadening participation of underrepresented groups. Proposed programs can cover various educational and training levels.
• Scaling of Existing Programs: Expanding existing, proven programs to new locations or new populations.

Eligible Applicants: SUNY Broome Community College qualifies as an eligible applicant based on (1) being an institution of higher education that is eligible to receive federal funding, (2) having a SAM.GOV Unique Entity Identifier, (3) and being located in a qualifying New York State County,

Funding: A project’s proposed budget should be cost-effective and demonstrate efficient use of grant funds. Proposers requesting projects budgets greater than $100,000 (including indirect costs) should contact the program manager prior to submission.

Request for Proposals (RFP)

Purpose of Grant:  This grant offers incentives to public, private and not-for-profit organizations that install Level 2 EV charging stations at workplaces, multi-unit dwellings (MUD’s) or public facilities that are owned and operated by municipal or state government entities.

Project Period:  Pre-install: 180 days prior to installation; Post-install:  90 days after installation

Application Deadline:  Rolling  until funds are depleted.

Project Description:  NYSERDA provides incentives on a per-port basis at varying amounts, based on location type and whether or not is it located within a Disadvantaged Community (DAC):

• $4,000 per charging port installed at a public facility (must be located within a DAC)
• $2,000 per charging port installed at a workplace or multi-unit dwelling location.

An additional incentive of $500 per port may be awarded for eligible charging equipment installed at a workplace or MUD location if located within a DAC.  Charging stations installed in assigned parking spaces reserved for the exclusive use of an individual driver or reserved for fleet vehicles will only be eligible for $1,000 per port.

• Bonus Incentive Program: The Charge Ready NY 2.0 program will also offer bonus incentives to equipment owners at workplace and MUD locations who complete additional actions to promote EV adoption in their own fleets or with their employees/tenants. Workplace and MUD locations are eligible for bonus incentives of varying amounts depending on workplace/MUD size.  Incentives will be paid upon completion of the installation of charging equipment and the provision of appropriate documentation.

Eligible Applicants:  Public facility located within a Disadvantaged Community

 Funding:  up to $4,000 per charging port

 Request for Proposal

Purpose of Application: To provide financial assistance in the form of grants for job creation and training programs that support efforts to recruit, hire, promote, retain, develop and train a diverse and inclusive workforce for the motion picture and television production and post-production industries in New York State.

Project Period: Not specified.

Application Deadline: Rolling.

Project Description: Job creation and training programs that aim to provide talent to production and post-production companies in the motion picture and television industries within the state of New York. Eligible programs include training of individuals involved in the principle creation of or editing of a film or television product. These skills and crafts include but are not limited to: Grip/Electric; Carpentry; Writing; Editing; Production Assistant.

Eligible Applicants: The entity applying for funding can be a not-for-profit organization or corporation, a for-profit corporation, a guild or a labor union. Applicants can apply only for training provided directly by such applicants. Training shall not be contracted out to a third party.  Programs for corporate (studio/office/finance) employees are not eligible.

Funding: Range from minimum $25,000 to maximum $500,000, with a 2:1 match requirement. (State matches $2 for every $1 committed by applicant.) Note: In-kind services, or professional services donated by groups such as corporations, small businesses, vendors, colleges, individual professionals or tradespeople are not considered a contribution to the matching funds.

Program Guidelines

Purpose of Grant: Visions Federal Credit Union gives back more than $1 million each year to local causes, supporting more than 500 organizations. This number only grows with each passing year as community input reveals more and more great work deserving of donations. Some favorite causes involve those fighting poverty, eliminating hunger, improving schools and education, sparking economic growth, supporting physical fitness, or promoting financial health and wellness.

Project Period: Applicants are notified with a decision or follow-up (as needed) in 4 weeks after a request form is submitted.

Application Deadline: At least 8 weeks prior to the date the funds are needed.

Project Description: Charitable projects and programs to be considered focus on (1) impact in one of more of these areas: Animal welfare, Arts, Civic & Community, Economic Development, Education, and Health & Wellness; and (2) development activities in: Affordable housing, Community Service, Economic Development, Revitalization/Stabilization, Underserved/Economically Disadvantaged.

Eligible Applicants: Charitable projects or programs.

Funding: No range specified.

For Request Form Details contact SUNY Broome’s Sponsored Programs Office.

Purpose of Grant: The New York State Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is seeking proposals for technical training, experiential learning, job placement, and supportive services that enable New York State to meet the requirements of a clean energy economy and advance the climate equity and just transition goals of New York’s Climate Act. The purpose of this solicitation is to strengthen the pipeline of skilled talent for the Energy Efficiency and Clean Technology labor market.

Project Period:  24 – 36 months

Application Deadline:  Rolling basis through Nov 18, 2025 for Concept Papers. Full proposals by invitation only.

Project Description: Projects funded through this solicitation are intended to develop and/or deliver technical training, relevant education, and hands-on experience to ensure that both new and existing workers, apprentices, journeypersons, and students, as applicable, have the skills, experience, and qualifications required to meet industry demand.  All training must be designed to meet the needs of clean energy companies within, or providing services to, the System Benefit Charge/Clean Energy Fund (SBC/CEF) territories. Trainees must be residents of New York State.

Eligible Applicants:  Includes community colleges and universities

Funding: $50,000 – $1 million,  with a minimum 30% cost share

Funding Opportunity Detail