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FY 2026 Competitive Funding Opportunity: Passenger Ferry Grant Program
$105,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT - Federal Transit Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 11, 2026

Date Added

Apr 7, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, as well as eligible public transit agencies, to improve and expand passenger ferry services in urban areas through capital projects.

Transportation
State governments
2023-2026 Accelerated Innovation Deployment (AID) Demonstration
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT Federal Highway Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 26, 2026

Date Added

Oct 24, 2023

This grant provides financial support to state transportation agencies, tribal governments, and local organizations to implement innovative technologies and practices that enhance highway safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

Transportation
Native American tribal organizations
2026 Tribal Transportation Program Safety Fund
$25,118,400
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT Federal Highway Administration )
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 15, 2026

Date Added

Sep 4, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to federally recognized Indian Tribes for projects aimed at improving transportation safety and reducing fatalities on Tribal lands.

Transportation
Native American tribal organizations
Fiscal Year 2026 United States Marine Highway Program (USMHP)
$10,772,270
U.S. Department of Transportation (Maritime Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 31, 2026

Date Added

Jul 7, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, port authorities, and Tribal governments for projects that enhance marine transportation services and reduce congestion on highways by shifting freight to water routes.

Transportation
State governments
Ports for the Future Partnerships
$1,275,904
U.S. Department of State (Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 16, 2024

Date Added

Oct 31, 2024

This funding opportunity supports organizations working to improve sustainable and resilient port infrastructure in South Asia, enhancing regional economic connectivity and maritime trade efficiency.

Transportation
Unrestricted
Cognitive Terrain Flight Model Development
$250,000
U.S. Department of Defense (DoD)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 19, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to support small businesses in developing advanced AI and machine learning technologies that enhance the safety and effectiveness of Army aviation operations in challenging terrain.

Science and Technology
Small businesses
FY2025 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 20, 2025

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to educational institutions and training providers for training individuals, especially veterans and their families, in the safe operation of commercial motor vehicles to help them obtain their Commercial Driver’s Licenses.

Transportation
State governments
FY25 Transportation Emergency Response Training
$150,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT - Federal Railroad Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 22, 2025

Date Added

Sep 18, 2025

This funding opportunity is exclusively available to the American Chemistry Council to provide specialized training for emergency responders on railroad safety and emergency response procedures.

Transportation
Other
FY23-24 Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant Program
$1,148,809,580
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT - Federal Railroad Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 23, 2024

Date Added

Jul 12, 2024

The FY 2023–2024 Railroad Crossing Elimination (RCE) Program aims to enhance the safety and mobility of people and goods by funding projects that improve highway-rail or pathway-rail grade crossings. These projects reduce risks associated with railroad operations, decrease delays caused by blocked crossings, and improve overall infrastructure, particularly for underserved communities. Eligible projects include grade separations, track relocation, protective device installations, and other measures that directly enhance safety at crossings. The program also supports planning, environmental studies, and final design efforts. Applicants eligible for this program include state and local governments, federally recognized tribes, and public port authorities. Applications must be submitted by September 23, 2024, and will be reviewed based on their contribution to safety, equity, sustainability, and workforce development. Up to $1,148,809,580 in funding is available, sourced from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

Transportation
State governments
INFRA Grants
$2,270,520,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (Office of the Under Secretary for Policy)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 26, 2024

This program provides substantial funding to state and local governments, tribal authorities, and other public entities for large-scale transportation projects that improve freight movement, reduce congestion, and enhance the safety and reliability of highway systems across the United States.

Transportation
State governments
Rural and Tribal Assistance (RTA) Pilot Program
$2,500,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (69A345 Office of the Under Secretary for Policy)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 7, 2025

This program provides funding to rural and tribal communities for the planning and design of transportation projects, helping them prepare for future investment opportunities.

Transportation
City or township governments
Energy Storage Integration Prize
$200,000
U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 14, 2024

This competition provides funding to companies and coalitions developing innovative technologies that improve the integration of energy storage systems with the electricity grid, promoting a more efficient and sustainable energy future.

Energy
State governments
FY26 US DOT Drone Infrastructure Inspection Grants (DIIG) Program
$9,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (69A345 Office of the Under Secretary for Policy)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 15, 2026

Date Added

Jul 21, 2026

This program provides funding to government entities for integrating drone technology into the inspection and maintenance of critical infrastructure, enhancing safety and efficiency in public works.

Transportation
State governments
RepAir: Advancing Aircraft Maintenance
$9,000
U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 4, 2025

This competition invites university students to develop innovative aviation technologies that improve agricultural practices and address climate challenges, with a focus on enhancing efficiency and resilience in farming by 2035.

Science and Technology
Individuals
Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-2026 Advanced Digital Construction Management Systems (ADCMS)
$5,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT Federal Highway Administration )
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 13, 2026

This grant provides funding to state transportation departments to implement advanced digital tools and systems that improve the management and efficiency of highway construction projects.

Infrastructure
State governments
Community Infrastructure Fund
$1,000,000
Delta Regional Authority
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 15, 2026

This federal grant provides financial support for infrastructure projects that improve essential services and economic opportunities in distressed communities across the Mississippi River Delta and Alabama Black Belt regions.

Infrastructure
City or township governments