The Zero-emissions Access Program funds carshare pilot programs in underserved and low- to moderate-income communities that have limited access to public transportation or are in areas where emissions exceed state or federal standards.
Donor Name: Washington State Department of Transportation
State: Washington
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 05/29/2025
Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000
Grant Duration: 2 Years
Details:
The ZAP grant’s goal is to expand access to clean-fuel transportation options and provide opportunities for zero-emission carshare programs in underserved communities where access to public transportation is less available.
Funding Information
- Availability of up to $3.4 million in grant funding for the 2025-2027 biennium.
- They will make awards of $50,000-$200,000 per project.
Grant Period
July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2027.
Eligible Project Costs
Eligible project costs include:
- Third-party contract, lease, or purchase of zero-emission vehicles and charging equipment
- Construction or installation of zero-emission charging-station infrastructure for carshare
- Operational costs to develop, implement, and manage a zero-emission carshare program.
Eligibility Criteria
- This is a competitive grant application process open to Washington state nonprofit organizations or local governments. Local governments include cities, counties, housing authorities, ports, and public transit agencies in Washington state
- 2023-2025 ZAP grant recipients may apply for funding to support the ongoing implementation of existing ZAP carshare programs
- Applicants must have a demonstrated history of implementing or managing clean-fuel transportation and shared mobility pilot programs. Examples of experience may include implementing:
- Transportation services for shared users (e.g., carshare or rideshare programs)
- Micromobility programs for shared users (e.g., bike sharing)
- Free and reduced-fare programs
- Subcontracts with agencies that have provided clean-fuel transportation and shared mobility pilot programs for the community
- Installation of electric-vehicle infrastructure for community use.
For more information, visit WSDOT.
