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Please be aware that our current funding cycle has closed for grant sub-awards to support solar project implementation. Funding remains available for solar project planning and predevelopment technical assistance (TA). We encourage continued application submissions for both predevelopment TA and grant sub-awards. We will continue to review and assign TA funding on a roughly quarterly basis. All pending sub-award applications will be considered when our next funding cycle opens at a future date. Contact Amanda Marple (amanda.marple@appvoices.org) with questions or for additional information.

First, let’s make sure you’re eligible

Geographic Scope

The Appalachian Solar Finance Fund (SFF) provides crucial funding and support across Central Appalachia to catalyze renewable, efficient, and resilient energy projects in local communities.   

Organization Types

Entities eligible for SFF support include but are not limited to: 

  • Public schools
  • Private/charter schools
  • Colleges and universities
  • Local government buildings
  • Fire and rescue stations
  • Water treatment plants
  • Homeless shelters
  • Libraries
  • Faith institutions
  • Subsidized housing
  • Childcare centers
  • Medical facilities
  • Manufacturers
  • Main Street businesses

Prioritized Criteria

The following criteria are prioritized during application review:

  • Deployment readiness
  • Investment leveraged
  • Local community impact
  • Geographic diversity

Application Checklist

Review our handy checklist to find out what you need to complete a successful application.

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When you’re ready, apply below

What happens next?

View the application process from start to funding!