New York for-profit companies (2+ employees, energy-training track record), nonprofits, unions and schools can get up to $275,000–$500,000 (plus $100,000 for equipment) to run EV repair, charger maintenance or fleet maintenance training programs. Rolling until Dec 3, 2026.
Funds eligible organizations, including for-profit companies, to create or expand training or pre-apprenticeship programs in EV (light, medium and heavy-duty) repair and maintenance, EV charging station repair and maintenance, and EV fleet maintenance, plus wraparound services for participants; up to $7 million is available. Awards may not exceed $275,000 for applicants with 2–50 employees, $375,000 for 51–100 or $500,000 for 101 or more, with up to $100,000 more for training equipment; at least 35% of participants must live in Disadvantaged Communities. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and reviewed in the order received until 4:00 pm on December 3, 2026.
For-profit entities (corporations, LLCs, LLPs, etc.), NFP entities, municipalities, trade associations and unions, and educational institutions, or a consortium of these
Two (2) or more full-time employees (or equivalent) at application and throughout the contract
Headquartered in NYS or have at least one site in NYS at the time of application
Proven track record in energy-related training, job preparedness, pre-apprenticeship, wraparound services and/or placement
At least 35% of enrolled participants must reside in Disadvantaged Communities
EV charger installation is not eligible; NYS agencies and public authorities may not apply
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