Overview
The Colorado Governor’s Office of Federal Funds and Strategic Initiatives (OFFSI) is offering free technical assistance to help tax-exempt organizations access federal clean energy tax credits through the Elective Pay (Direct Pay) Program.
These tax credits—made available through the Inflation Reduction Act—can cover up to 60% of eligible project costs.
This program helps nonprofits plan, fund, and implement clean energy projects across Colorado.
What’s Included
The State of Colorado has allocated $200,000 to provide free technical assistance services, including:
✅ Project scoping
✅ Contractor evaluation
✅ Project installation
✅ Financing strategy development
✅ Elective Pay Program filing
✅ Maintenance support for up to five years
📌 Project management services are delivered by qualified contractors selected by the State.
🕒 Support is available until funds are fully used.
Who Can Apply
To qualify, your organization must:
Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating in Colorado
Be in good standing with the State of Colorado
Own or operate a facility eligible for Elective Pay tax credits
Eligible Projects
Projects must include clean energy technologies such as:
☀️ Solar PV systems
🔋 Battery energy storage systems
🏡 Energy efficiency upgrades paired with renewables
Priority is given to projects that:
Serve rural, low-income, or disadvantaged communities
Meet labor and domestic content requirements under the Inflation Reduction Act
How to Apply
💡 Ready to get started?
Submit the Technical Assistance Request Form once your project is defined.
📅 Rolling applications – but funding is limited, so early submissions are encouraged.
What Happens After You Apply
If selected, here’s what to expect:
📋 The State will help define your project scope
🛠 A contractor will be assigned to your project
✍️ Work begins after a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is signed
⏱ You’ll be notified within 14 business days of your submission.
Approval Criteria
Projects will be evaluated based on:
Compliance with Elective Pay rules
Need for technical assistance
Environmental, community, and financial benefits
Standing with the State of Colorado
Questions?
📧 Contact:
Dallas Blaney
Governor’s Office of Federal Funds and Strategic Initiatives
✉️ dallas.blaney@state.co.us