Grant Writing Support and Solutions

Empowering Organizations to Pursue Clean Energy and Energy Efficiency Initiatives

The Ameren Illinois Market Development Initiative (MDI) Grant Writing Support and Solutions team is excited to help your business or organization access federal, state, local and private funding opportunities for clean energy and energy efficiency work.

Support services are available to different groups in the Ameren Illinois service territory that are interested in clean energy or energy efficiency opportunities:

  • Nonprofits
  • Community groups
  • Small businesses
  • Municipalities
  • Contractors performing clean energy work

Grant Support Impact

14 grant proposals submitted
5 grants awarded
$9.7 million awarded

Since 2023

What We Offer

Learn about clean energy and energy efficiency grant opportunities that match your organization’s needs and objectives.

Grant types:

  • Government grants
  • Foundation grants
  • Corporate grants
  • Other sources of funding

Collaborate with a team of grant writers to develop a compelling proposal.

Learn how to:

  • Effectively communicate clean energy and energy efficiency project goals, objectives and budget
  • Craft a persuasive narrative
  • Outline project details
  • Ensure alignment with grant guidelines

Create a practical and rational budget that meets funding requirements.

Budget Considerations:

  • Personnel
  • Supplies
  • Equipment
  • Overhead Costs

Stay engaged and aware of upcoming grant opportunities or request support pursuing a clean energy or energy efficiency grant.

Email MDI-Team@ameren.com for support.

Grant Writing Assistance Process

1. Interest Form

Tell us about your organization or business and share your interest securing funding for clean energy projects.

2. Intro Call

Brief consultation to assess eligibility and funding goals.

3. Grant List

Review a curated list of competitive funding opportunities.

4. Narrative & Budget

Collaborative development of proposal narrative and compliant budget.

5. Submission

Complete application preparation and submission support.

Not Sure Where To Start?

Join the mailing list to learn about training opportunities, events, webinars, workshops and grant opportunities for Illinois-based organizations.

For more information about our award-winning clean energy programs, please contact us.

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