Federal Transportation Grants
Explore 296 grant opportunities
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.
Application Deadline
Oct 16, 2026
Date Added
Feb 18, 2025
This funding opportunity supports rural communities in Maine, New Hampshire, New York, and Vermont by providing financial assistance for projects that stimulate economic growth, improve infrastructure, and enhance local services in areas with fewer than 5,000 residents.
Application Deadline
Sep 21, 2026
Date Added
Jul 28, 2026
This funding opportunity provides financial support for the purchase or lease of low-emission and zero-emission transit buses, as well as the necessary facilities, aimed at designated recipients, state and local governments, and Indian Tribes across the United States.
Application Deadline
Feb 22, 2027
Date Added
Dec 24, 2025
This grant provides funding for collegiate student teams to develop innovative airborne solutions for inspecting land-based infrastructure, enhancing safety and efficiency in various sectors by 2035 or sooner.
Application Deadline
Sep 28, 2026
Date Added
Jul 30, 2026
This funding opportunity provides financial support for research and projects focused on improving bus safety, accessibility, and innovation across various organizations involved in public transportation.
Application Deadline
Oct 16, 2026
Date Added
Feb 18, 2025
This program provides funding for applied research and demonstration projects that utilize advanced wood materials in transportation infrastructure, prioritizing initiatives that enhance resilience to extreme weather and support economically distressed communities.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Jul 31, 2025
This funding initiative provides financial support to state and local governments in the Appalachian Region for projects that enhance critical infrastructure and promote business and workforce development to stimulate economic growth and resilience.
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.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Aug 18, 2026
This funding opportunity supports innovative engineering research in chemical, bioengineering, energy, and transport systems, aimed at advancing scientific knowledge and technological innovation for researchers and institutions in these fields.
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.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Sep 3, 2025
This program provides funding to public entities in New Hampshire for projects that reduce harmful emissions from older diesel engines, improving air quality and public health.
Application Deadline
Sep 17, 2026
Date Added
Jun 4, 2026
This federal grant provides funding to state agencies for projects that enhance border security, including construction of barriers and efforts to combat illegal immigration and drug trafficking.
Application Deadline
Sep 9, 2026
Date Added
Sep 4, 2026
This grant provides funding for the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority to construct a new fourth track along a key rail corridor, enhancing transportation infrastructure between Arlington and Alexandria.
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.
Application Deadline
Sep 9, 2026
Date Added
Aug 11, 2026
This grant provides financial assistance to state and local governments for installing bollards to enhance pedestrian safety and prevent vehicle-related injuries and terrorism in high-traffic areas.
Application Deadline
Oct 9, 2026
Date Added
Aug 28, 2026
This funding opportunity provides financial support to states, local governments, and transportation agencies for projects that enhance the resilience and efficiency of surface transportation systems, including highways, public transit, and coastal infrastructure.
Application Deadline
Sep 30, 2026
Date Added
Aug 7, 2026
This grant provides funding to state and territorial agencies to develop safety plans aimed at improving commercial vehicle and driver safety, ultimately reducing fatal crashes on the nation's roads.
Application Deadline
Sep 1, 2027
Date Added
Aug 4, 2026
This grant provides funding to state and local agencies, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations to develop innovative programs aimed at reducing traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries through enhanced enforcement and education on risky driving behaviors.
Application Deadline
Sep 9, 2026
Date Added
Jul 10, 2026
This funding opportunity provides financial support for public transportation projects that improve coordination and accessibility for older adults, individuals with disabilities, and low-income populations across the United States.
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.

