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SUNSHOT CATALYST PRIZE

Golden Field Office

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Rolling / OpenLast verified: 2026-07-05

About This Grant

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, SunShot Initiative (SunShot) is proud to announce the Catalyst Program. Catalyst is a series of contests designed to incentivize the public to address time-sensitive market problems in the solar industry. For more information on the Catalyst Program and for the official rules please visit http://catalyst.energy.gov. Questions regarding the Catalyst competition can be answered by visiting: http://catalyst.energy.gov/ or by sending an e-mail to SunShot.Catalyst@ee.doe.gov. NOTICE: This is not a Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA). The FOA number is used for tracking purposes only.

Grant Summary

SUNSHOT CATALYST PRIZE is a Golden Field Office grant providing funding that varies by award for nonprofit, small business, university. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.

Focus Areas

business developmentcommerce

Eligibility

nonprofitsmall businessuniversitymunicipalitytribal governmenthealthcare orgschool district

How to Apply

Funding Range

Up to $0K

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Complexity
Medium
  1. 1Confirm your organization is eligible for SUNSHOT CATALYST PRIZE from Golden Field Office, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
  2. 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
  3. 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
  4. 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Golden Field Office before the deadline.
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SUNSHOT CATALYST PRIZE: Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the SUNSHOT CATALYST PRIZE?

SUNSHOT CATALYST PRIZE is offered by Golden Field Office and is generally open to nonprofit, small business, university, municipality, tribal government, healthcare org, school district. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.

How much funding does the SUNSHOT CATALYST PRIZE provide?

SUNSHOT CATALYST PRIZE provides an amount that varies by award per award from Golden Field Office. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.

When is the SUNSHOT CATALYST PRIZE deadline?

SUNSHOT CATALYST PRIZE accepts applications on a rolling or ongoing basis, so there is no single fixed deadline. Confirm current timing with the funder, Golden Field Office, before you apply, and submit as early as possible because rolling programs can close once funds are committed.

How do you apply for the SUNSHOT CATALYST PRIZE?

To apply for SUNSHOT CATALYST PRIZE, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Golden Field Office.

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