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FY26 Bridge Investment Program - Large Bridge Project Grants
$9,620,000,000
Department of Transportation - DOT Federal Highway Administration
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 1, 2025

Date Added

Apr 5, 2024

The Bridge Investment Program (BIP) seeks applications for Large Bridge Project grants, aimed at projects with total eligible costs greater than $100 million. The initiative supports bridge replacement, rehabilitation, preservation, and protection projects that enhance the safety, efficiency, and reliability of the movement of people and freight. The program is designed to improve the condition of bridges across the United States by addressing those in poor or fair condition that are at risk of deteriorating or do not meet current design standards. Grants are awarded competitively and are available to a wide range of applicants, including states, local governments, and tribal governments. For fiscal years 2023 to 2026, the program has up to $9.62 billion available, with specific deadlines for application submissions detailed by fiscal year.

Transportation
City or township governments
FY 24-25 Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Grant Program - National
$5,070,784,989
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT - Federal Railroad Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 4, 2025

Date Added

Sep 4, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, public agencies, and rail-related entities for projects that improve and maintain intercity passenger rail infrastructure across the country.

Transportation
State governments
Local Project Funding
$400,000,000
Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This program provides funding to local public agencies in Illinois for transportation projects that improve safety, support complete streets, and enhance local infrastructure, particularly in disadvantaged areas.

Transportation
City or township governments
GFO-24-611 – Implementation of Medium- and Heavy Duty Zero-Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Blueprints 2.0
$8,000,000
California Energy Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 1, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that implement electric vehicle charging and hydrogen refueling infrastructure for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles in California, particularly benefiting communities in need.

Energy
Nonprofits
Recreational Trails Program
$150,000
Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office
State

Application Deadline

Nov 3, 2026

Date Added

Aug 28, 2024

This program provides federal funding to local governments, nonprofits, and tribes for the restoration and maintenance of recreational trails that promote outdoor activities while ensuring public access to natural environments.

Recreation
City or township governments
Safe Streets and Roads for All Match Pilot Program
$4,300,000
Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 21, 2025

This program provides funding to local, regional, and Tribal governments to develop and implement initiatives aimed at reducing roadway fatalities and serious injuries.

Safety
City or township governments
The Veterans’ Trust Fund (VTF) Grant Program
$40,000
Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 31, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and county veterans' offices in Pennsylvania to develop and enhance services that address critical needs for veterans and their families, focusing on areas like mental health, transportation, and employment.

Health
Nonprofits
Commuter Assistance Program
Contact for amount
Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This program provides funding to local and state governments, transportation organizations, and similar entities to promote the use of transit, carpools, and vanpools, ultimately reducing traffic congestion and air pollution in Virginia.

Transportation
Nonprofits
Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program Cycle 8 2026
$4,000,000,000
California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 20, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for public transit agencies and municipalities in California to develop major projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, enhance public transit services, and improve connectivity, particularly benefiting disadvantaged communities.

Transportation
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Wisconsin Federal Formula Grant Program for Rural Areas
Contact for amount
Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 27, 2025

This grant provides funding to rural public transit providers in Wisconsin to improve and maintain essential transportation services for residents in non-urbanized areas.

Transportation
Special district governments
Rubberized Pavement Grant Program
$750,000
California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 8, 2025

This program provides funding to California local governments, tribal entities, and certain state agencies for projects that use recycled tire materials in roadways, bikeways, and park access, promoting environmental sustainability and waste tire diversion.

Environment
City or township governments
Clean Air Grants - On-Road Vehicles
$250,000
Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (SBCAPCD)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 19, 2025

This program provides funding to public, private, and nonprofit entities for replacing high-polluting diesel or CNG vehicles with zero-emission alternatives to improve air quality and public health in Santa Barbara County.

Environment
Nonprofits
Wisconsin Forest Fire Protection (ffp) Grant Program
Contact for amount
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 9, 2023

This program provides financial support to Wisconsin fire departments and county fire associations to improve their capabilities in fighting forest fires through equipment, training, and resources.

Agriculture
City or township governments
Transit Connectivity Grant
$10,000,000
Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 15, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to assist Regional Transit Authorities in improving public transportation routes and connectivity to enhance access for low-income individuals and increase ridership across Massachusetts.

Transportation
State governments
Surface Transportation Program (STP)
$160,000,000
Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This program provides federal funding to local governments and transit agencies in northeastern Illinois for significant transportation projects that improve roads, bridges, public transit, and pedestrian and bicycle facilities.

Transportation
City or township governments
Stage 1 Vapor Recovery Grants
$250,000
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 1, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to gasoline-dispensing facilities in Minnesota for installing or upgrading systems that capture harmful emissions during fuel transfers, promoting cleaner air and environmental compliance.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Rural Task Force Program
Contact for amount
Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 4, 2025

This program provides funding to rural counties in Michigan for transportation projects that improve road networks and public transit infrastructure, benefiting local governments and transit agencies in areas with populations under 400,000.

Transportation
County governments
Blackford County Community Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Blackford County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 7, 2024

This grant provides funding for community projects in Blackford County, Indiana, focusing on areas such as education, health, and human services, with a preference for initiatives that demonstrate collaboration and broad community impact.

Community Development
Nonprofits
WalkWorks
$50,000
Pennsylvania Department of Health
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Pennsylvania municipalities and planning organizations in creating active transportation plans to improve walkability, accessibility, and health outcomes in their communities.

Transportation
City or township governments
All-Electric Grants
$87,000,000
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 18, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for individuals and organizations to replace diesel vehicles and equipment with electric alternatives and install necessary refueling infrastructure in designated priority areas across Texas.

Environment
Individuals