Federal Transportation Grants
Explore 296 grant opportunities
Application Deadline
May 4, 2026
Date Added
Mar 23, 2026
This program provides funding to small communities to improve air service access and affordability by supporting initiatives like airline recruitment, marketing campaigns, and operational cost offsets.
Application Deadline
Aug 28, 2026
Date Added
Jun 25, 2026
This program provides funding to a consortium led by a qualified university to develop innovative safety strategies and infrastructure improvements aimed at reducing traffic fatalities in American Indian and Alaska Native communities.
Application Deadline
Jul 24, 2026
Date Added
Jun 25, 2026
This program provides funding to public transit agencies across the U.S. to enhance security measures and protect transportation infrastructure from terrorism threats.
Application Deadline
Aug 30, 2026
Date Added
Aug 3, 2026
This funding opportunity provides financial support to eligible organizations for establishing and operating a technical assistance center aimed at helping small and disadvantaged businesses in the transportation sector within Region 1.
Application Deadline
Apr 17, 2025
Date Added
Dec 19, 2024
This funding opportunity provides financial support to rural and tribal communities for planning and designing transportation infrastructure projects to help them qualify for federal funding.
Application Deadline
Aug 30, 2026
Date Added
Aug 3, 2026
This funding opportunity provides financial and technical assistance to nonprofit organizations that support small businesses in Region 5, helping them compete for transportation-related contracts and improve their operations.
Application Deadline
Jun 18, 2025
Date Added
Jan 23, 2025
This funding opportunity supports research and development of advanced transportation technologies, prioritizing projects that improve vehicle efficiency and battery technology while benefiting underserved communities across the U.S.
Application Deadline
May 20, 2024
Date Added
Apr 5, 2024
Funding Opportunity Title: Development and Deployment of Innovative Technologies for Concrete PavementsAnnouncement Type: This is the initial announcement of this funding opportunity.Funding Opportunity Number: 693JJ324NF00013Total Amount Available: This NOFO will result in the distribution of up to $5 million. The actual amount available to be awarded under this notice will besubject to the availability of funds. This NOFO will result in the award of one cost reimbursement cooperative agreement withcost-sharing. Award Type: Cooperative AgreementAssistance Listing Number: 20.200, Highway Research Development Questions: Submit Questions by 3:00pm ET on 4/17/2024 to: Freida.Byrd@dot.gov and Hector.Santamaria@dot.gov Application Due Date: Applications Due by 3:00pm ET on 5/20/2024 via Grants.gov (see Section D). The Federal Highway Administrations (FHWA) Accelerated Implementation and Deployment of Pavement Technologies (AIDPT) Program was established more than a decade ago under the Moving Ahead for Progress in 21st Century Act (Pub. L. 112-141). Since that time, the program has continued under Fixing Americas Surface Transportation Act (Pub. L. 114-94) and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (Pub. L. 117-58). The program encourages highway agencies to adopt and implement new technologies proven to save money, enhance safety, improve performance and quality, increase efficiency, reduce delay, and enhance road user satisfaction.The purpose of this funding opportunity and planned cooperative agreement (Agreement) is to stimulate, facilitate, and expedite the deployment and rapid adoption of new and innovative technologies relating to the design, specification, production, testing, control, construction, investigation, operation, and impacts of concrete pavements. The Agreement will support public agencies by helping to increase the knowledge related to concrete pavements and concrete materials. The proposed project is a cooperative effort between the FHWA and the Recipient to improve the quality and performance of concrete pavements. Products will include, but not be limited to, implementation plans, market analyses, training tools, case studies, reports and analyses, and supporting stakeholder engagement via conference presentations, webinars, workshops, peer exchanges, videos, and technical assistance to public agencies. To accomplish and deliver these products, it is anticipated the Recipient will leverage engaging subject matter experts and make products available and accessible to a wide-ranging audience. This effort will leverage the unique technology capabilities and facilities of the Recipient with FHWAs mission.The goals of this funding opportunity and planned Agreement are to promote the deployment and rapid adoption of new and innovative materials, design and construction procedures, specifications, practices, and methods by which the concrete pavement can realize improved pavement performance and extended pavement life while integrating sustainability.
Application Deadline
Oct 30, 2025
Date Added
Oct 11, 2025
This grant provides funding exclusively to the Connecticut Department of Transportation for infrastructure upgrades on the New Haven Line to improve train speeds and reliability.
Application Deadline
Jun 24, 2024
Date Added
Jun 12, 2024
Pursuant to the Consolidated Appropriations Act 2024, Pub. L. 118-42, the Federal Railroad Administration is to make available to Amtrak $758,036,398 to cover Operating, Capital, and Debt Service which will be used until December 31, 2026, or until expended. In order to receive these funds, Amtrak must complete the grant application and submit the following items electronically: (a) Application for Federal Assistance SF-424; (b) Statement of Work, (c) A description of the projected operating and capital costs for the upcoming fiscal year for Northeast Corridor activities, including train services and infrastructure, and National Network activities, including State-supported routes and long-distance routes, in comparison to prior fiscal year actual financial performance; (d) A description of the capital projects to be funded, with cost estimates and an estimated timetable for completion of the projects covered by the request; (e) a description of the status of efforts to improve Amtraks safety culture; (f) SF-424B Assurances Non-Construction Programs; (g) SF- 424D Assurances Construction Programs; and (h) Signed copies of the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Railroad Administration Assurances and Certification forms (http://www.fra.dot.gov/downloads/admin/assurancesandcertifications.pdf).
Application Deadline
May 11, 2026
Date Added
Apr 7, 2026
This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, as well as tribal authorities, to transition their public ferry systems to electric or low-emission vessels and improve related infrastructure.
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.
Application Deadline
Feb 6, 2026
Date Added
Jan 30, 2026
This funding opportunity provides financial support exclusively to Amtrak for enhancing rail services and infrastructure along the heavily trafficked Northeast Corridor, promoting strategic planning and cooperation among multiple stakeholders.
Application Deadline
Jul 7, 2026
Date Added
Jun 18, 2026
This grant provides $5 million to the Union Station Redevelopment Corporation for upgrading the exterior lighting at Washington Union Station to enhance safety, security, and the overall passenger experience.
Application Deadline
Nov 25, 2024
Date Added
Aug 28, 2024
This funding opportunity provides up to $800 million to local governments and other eligible entities for using low-carbon construction materials in federally funded transportation projects, promoting sustainability and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Application Deadline
Jul 14, 2024
Date Added
May 16, 2024
This notice details the application requirements and procedures to obtain grant funding for projects on the Northeast Corridor (NEC) under the Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Program for Fiscal Year 2024. The program aims to reduce the State of Good Repair backlog, improve performance, or expand or establish new intercity passenger rail service. Eligible applicants include states, groups of states, interstate compacts, public agencies, political subdivisions, Amtrak, federally recognized Indian tribes, and combinations of these entities. The total funding available is $2,034,420,932, and applications are due by July 15, 2024. The projects must be listed in the 2024 Northeast Corridor Project Inventory and comply with the selection and evaluation criteria outlined in the notice.
Application Deadline
Sep 12, 2024
Date Added
Sep 9, 2024
The Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act of 2008 (PRIIA) Section 212 requires establishment of a Northeast Corridor Commission (NEC Commission). The NEC Commission was established to promote mutual cooperation and planning pertaining to the rail operations and related activities of the Northeast Corridor. The statute requires several deliverables, including a statement of goals, recommendations, access costs and a report on Northeast Corridor economic development. The NEC Commission is comprised of 18 voting members, nine of which represent each of the eight states and the District of Columbia five of, which represent the U.S. Department of Transportation, and four of which represent Amtrak.
Application Deadline
Jul 24, 2026
Date Added
Jun 25, 2026
This grant provides funding exclusively to Amtrak for enhancing the security of intercity passenger rail systems to protect travelers from terrorism and improve national preparedness.
Application Deadline
Jul 6, 2026
Date Added
May 28, 2026
This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to public transit agencies in urban areas for replacing outdated rail vehicles to improve service reliability and operational efficiency.
Application Deadline
Aug 15, 2025
Date Added
Aug 2, 2025
This program provides funding to eligible public transit agencies in designated urban areas to improve security and resilience against terrorism and other threats through various protective measures and enhancements.

