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Grants for Private institutions of higher education - Transportation

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FY25-26 Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements Grant Program
$2,039,246,480
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT - Federal Railroad Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 22, 2026

Date Added

Apr 21, 2026

This grant provides funding to a variety of public and private entities to improve the safety, efficiency, and reliability of rail transportation across the United States through infrastructure enhancements and advanced safety technologies.

Transportation
State governments
COE for Technical Training and Human Performance
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (FAA-COE-TTHP)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Mar 6, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to higher education institutions for collaborative research aimed at improving aviation training and human performance, ultimately enhancing safety and efficiency in the aerospace system.

Transportation
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Build Kansas Fund
$20,000,000
Kansas Infrastructure Hub (KIH)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2027

Date Added

Jul 15, 2025

This program provides matching funds to Kansas communities for transformative infrastructure projects in areas such as water, transportation, energy, and broadband, helping them secure federal funding.

Infrastructure
State governments
Mini Grant
$1,500
Seattle Department of Transportation
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 24, 2023

This funding opportunity provides up to $1,000 to Seattle schools, PTAs, and community groups to encourage safe walking and biking to school through various programs and events.

Transportation
Independent school districts
FY2026 High Priority Program-Commercial Motor Vehicle (HP-CMV)
$2,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT-Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 17, 2026

Date Added

May 19, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, tribal entities, academic institutions, and nonprofit organizations to implement innovative safety initiatives aimed at reducing crashes and improving compliance with commercial motor vehicle regulations.

Transportation
State governments
FY2026 Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator Safety Training Program (CMVOST)
$200,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT-Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 17, 2026

Date Added

May 19, 2026

This grant provides financial assistance to organizations that train individuals, especially veterans and their families, to operate commercial motor vehicles, enhancing roadway safety and workforce readiness in the transportation sector.

Transportation
State governments
Tire-Derived Aggregate Grant Program
$375,000
California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 16, 2026

Date Added

Aug 8, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to California-based public agencies, educational institutions, nonprofits, and businesses for projects that utilize recycled tire-derived aggregate in construction and engineering applications.

Environment
City or township governments
FAA Aviation Research Grants Program
$6,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT - FAA Aviation Research Grants)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 7, 2027

Date Added

Sep 8, 2020

This program provides funding for research in civil aviation and commercial space transportation, targeting universities and nonprofit institutions to enhance safety, efficiency, and modernization of the national airspace system.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
FY 2026 Competitive Academic Agreement Program (CAAP)
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Admin)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 19, 2026

Date Added

May 19, 2026

This grant provides funding to nonprofit higher education institutions in the U.S. to conduct innovative research on pipeline safety, involving student participation and collaboration with industry partners.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Center of Excellence for Alternative Jet Fuels and Environment
$20,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (FAA-COE-AJFE)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Nov 13, 2023

This funding opportunity provides financial support to universities involved in a collaborative research initiative focused on developing sustainable aviation fuels and improving environmental practices in the aviation industry.

Science and Technology
Private institutions of higher education
Projects In Support Of Naval Aviation
Contact for amount
Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 22, 2026

Date Added

Jun 26, 2025

This funding opportunity invites a wide range of organizations, including academic institutions and businesses, to propose innovative research and technology projects that enhance naval aviation capabilities for the U.S. Navy.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for NSWC Crane
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Defense (NSWC CRANE - N00164)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 12, 2024

This grant invites innovative research proposals from academic institutions, industry partners, and research organizations to develop advanced technologies that support national security in areas like electronic warfare and hypersonic weapons.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
FY 2026 Commercial Driver's License Program Implementation (CDLPI)
$105,183,605
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT-Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 17, 2026

Date Added

May 19, 2026

This grant provides financial assistance to state and local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations to improve the training, testing, and licensing of commercial drivers, enhancing highway safety nationwide.

Transportation
State governments
CSX In Kind Donations
Contact for amount
CSX Charitable Investments
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 2, 2024

This program provides in-kind transportation services and railroad equipment donations to eligible nonprofits, government entities, and educational institutions to help reduce their operational costs.

Transportation
Nonprofits
Research and Development of Naval Power and Energy Systems (N00024-19-R-4145 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA))
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Defense (Department of the Navy)
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 6, 2028

Date Added

Aug 25, 2025

This grant provides funding for innovative research projects from industry and academia to improve naval shipboard power and energy systems, focusing on efficiency, resilience, and advanced technologies.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Green Infrastructure Grant Program
$675,000
NYC Department of Environmental Protection
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 17, 2023

This funding opportunity provides financial support to private property owners in New York City for installing green roofs to help manage stormwater runoff.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
FAA Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant Program
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (FAA - Aviation Next Gen)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 22, 2026

Date Added

May 20, 2026

This program provides funding to educational institutions, flight schools, and organizations to develop training initiatives that address the national shortage of qualified pilots and unmanned aircraft systems operators.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Advanced Research Announcement (ARA) FA9300-25-S-6001
$500,000,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Air Force Research Laboratory, Aerospace Systems Directorate)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 25, 2035

Date Added

Oct 6, 2025

This grant invites U.S. organizations, particularly small businesses, to propose innovative research and technology demonstrations that enhance rocket propulsion, missile systems, and digital engineering for national defense.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
FAA Aviation Maintenance Technical Workers Workforce
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (FAA - Aviation Next Gen)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 22, 2026

Date Added

May 20, 2026

This program provides funding to educational institutions, nonprofits, and organizations to develop training and support initiatives that encourage individuals, including students and veterans, to pursue careers in aviation maintenance.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
TTO Office Wide (OW) BAA 2025
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Defense (DARPA - Tactical Technology Office)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 22, 2026

Date Added

Jun 24, 2025

This funding opportunity seeks innovative research and development proposals from a wide range of organizations to create advanced military technologies that enhance defense capabilities and address operational challenges.

Science and Technology
State governments