State Transportation Grants

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) is extending the application deadline for the Commercial and Charter Vessel Access Grant Program, funded through the LDWF 2019 Flood Disaster Grant. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) allocated funds to mitigate the effects of freshwater flooding on Louisiana’s saltwater resources. Grants of up to $500,000 will be awarded to public and private entities for constructing new facilities, acquiring land, or improving access for saltwater commercial and charter fishing vessels. The new application deadline is May 31, 2024, extending from the original date of May 15, 2024. Projects must be in coastal areas impacted by the 2019 flood and accessible to the public. Recipients must maintain facilities for at least 20 years.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to transport youth to county and local agricultural fairs, promoting education and community engagement in agriculture.

This funding opportunity is designed to assist law enforcement agencies in Arizona with prosecuting auto theft cases effectively and preventing vehicle theft through dedicated resources.

This program provides financial support for transportation and related costs to help youth groups attend county and local fairs, promoting agricultural education and engagement.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for California-based industrial facilities and related entities to implement advanced technologies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance energy efficiency, particularly benefiting low-income and disadvantaged communities.

This grant provides funding for Kentucky teachers and schools to cover transportation costs for students traveling to high-quality arts programs.

The following activities/projects will be eligible for LMIG funds:  Preliminary engineering (including engineering work for R/W plans and Utility plans)  Construction supervision & inspection  Utility Adjustments or replacement  Patching, leveling and resurfacing a paved roadway  Grading, Drainage, Base and Paving existing or new roads  Replacing storm drain pipe or culverts  Intersection improvements  Turn lanes  Bridge repair or replacement  Sidewalk adjacent (within right of way) to a public roadway or street  Roadway Signs, striping, guardrail installation  Signal installation or improvement  Aggregate Surface Course for dirt road maintenance

The State Planning and Research Program funds are federal funds for States' statewide planning and research activities. The funds are used to establish a cooperative, continuous, and comprehensive framework for making transportation investment decisions and to carryout transportation research activities throughout the State. Please note: when other CSFA program funds are used as a match (typically 1437), they will be awarded/recorded under the specific CSFA program such as this one. Matching funding totals should be reduced from the matching program and added to the specific program.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Arizona law enforcement and criminal justice agencies to implement programs aimed at preventing and addressing automobile theft through collaborative efforts.

The MassDEP Reduce, Reuse, Repair Micro-Grant program offers grants of up to $10,000 to various entities, including for-profit and non-profit organizations, regional authorities, municipalities, and schools/colleges in Massachusetts. The program's core mission is to support short-term waste reduction projects across all counties within the state. This initiative directly aligns with a broader strategic goal of environmental protection by fostering sustainable practices and extending the lifespan of products, thereby diverting waste from landfills. The program's focus on reduction, reuse, and repair is a fundamental aspect of circular economy principles, which are critical to the foundation's theory of change in promoting a more sustainable Massachusetts. The program targets a diverse group of beneficiaries, including businesses, non-profits, governmental bodies, and educational institutions within Massachusetts. The primary impact goal is to significantly reduce waste generation and prolong product utility through donation, rescue, reuse, and repair activities. This aims to create a ripple effect, encouraging communities and organizations to adopt more environmentally responsible behaviors. By providing financial support for specific projects, MassDEP seeks to empower these entities to implement innovative solutions that contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable environment. The program prioritizes projects that directly contribute to waste reduction and product longevity. This includes initiatives such as purchasing inventory technology for operational efficiencies, developing programs for collecting and redistributing reusable items (clothing, electronics, home goods), implementing reusable transport packaging systems, converting to reusable food service ware, installing bulk dispensing systems, and establishing or expanding repair programs for furniture, appliances, electronics, and textiles. Additionally, the program supports the creation of food donation and distribution programs, community repair training, deconstruction initiatives, and the promotion of tool-lending libraries and community repair events. These diverse focuses ensure a comprehensive approach to waste reduction across various sectors and community needs. Expected outcomes include a measurable decrease in waste sent to landfills and an increase in the lifespan of various products through their reuse and repair. Projects are anticipated to result in enhanced operational efficiencies for participating organizations, greater accessibility to reusable goods for communities, and the establishment of new, or expansion of existing, waste reduction infrastructure. The program also aims to foster a culture of sustainability through education and community engagement, leading to long-term behavioral changes. Measurable results could include metrics on tons of waste diverted, number of items repaired or reused, and the reach of educational and training programs. Ultimately, these efforts contribute to MassDEP's strategic priority of promoting environmental stewardship and resource conservation across Massachusetts.

This program provides state funding to Texas airports for essential airside and landside improvements, helping local governments enhance their infrastructure with a matching contribution.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local and state governments, non-profit organizations, and tribal entities in New York State to implement community-driven initiatives that enhance roadway safety and reduce traffic-related fatalities and injuries.

The Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) is offering a grant for a Youth Bicycle Clinic and Ride Event, aiming to promote green and active transportation education among youth in underserved communities within the District of Columbia. The grant seeks to educate youth on bicycle maintenance, safety, and basic repairs. While the prompt asks for "foundation mission alignment" and "foundation's strategic priorities and theory of change," the provided text specifies the "Department of Energy & Environment" as the donor, not a foundation. The grant's goal aligns with fostering environmental stewardship and community engagement, encouraging sustainable practices, and empowering young individuals with practical skills. The target beneficiaries are youth in underserved communities in the District of Columbia. The program's impact goals are to help these youth become bicycle pioneers in their respective communities, deepen their knowledge and exposure to engineering concepts, and encourage them to seek alternative forms of transportation. The grant specifically focuses on bicycle maintenance, safety, and basic repairs as key components of this educational initiative. The expected outcomes and measurable results include an increase in youth skilled in bicycle maintenance and safety, greater understanding of engineering principles, and a higher inclination among participants to utilize bicycles as an alternative mode of transport. The funding allocated for the Youth Bicycle Clinic and Ride Event is $50,000, indicating the scale of impact the DOEE aims to achieve through this initiative. The eligible entities for this grant include nonprofit organizations (including 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) determinations), faith-based organizations, government agencies, universities/educational institutions, and private enterprises. This broad eligibility ensures a wide range of organizations can contribute to the DOEE's objective of promoting green and active transportation among the youth. The grant's emphasis on practical skills and community leadership reflects a strategic priority to create tangible, lasting change within the District.

This program provides funding to Texas public school districts and open-enrollment charter schools to replace or retrofit older diesel school buses, reducing children's exposure to harmful diesel exhaust.

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is offering a grant ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 to municipalities in New York for the adoption of zero-emission vehicles and installation of electric vehicle charging and hydrogen fuel filling stations, with a total of $750,000 available in the seventh round of the Municipal ZEV Rebate Program.

Airports are vital to Washington state, fueling its economy and providing critical links to the state and national transportation system. WSDOT Aviation has been charged with the general supervision over the Airport Aid Grant Program, pursuant to RCW 47.68 on the legislature website, in which the program provides crucial financial assistance to public-use airports in the preservation of Washington's system of airports. Under RCW 47.68.090, any city, county, airport authority, political subdivision, federally recognized Indian tribe, public corporation, or person(s) that owns and operates, a public-use airport included in the Washington Aviation System Plan (WASP) is considered an eligible airport sponsor and may apply for WSDOT Airport Aid grant funds. The municipality, tribe, or person(s) may act jointly with other municipalities, tribes, or persons to plan or carry out the project. The airport sponsor must own or, in some cases, have a long-term lease (minimum twenty years) for the land upon which the project will be accomplished.

This program provides funding to New Hampshire public entities and eligible private organizations to replace older diesel vehicles and equipment with cleaner alternatives, reducing harmful emissions and promoting sustainable transportation.

This program provides financial assistance to cannabis entrepreneurs in Massachusetts, specifically targeting pre-licensed businesses and licensed establishments owned by individuals from social equity backgrounds, to support their entry, operational needs, and growth in the cannabis industry.

This program provides financial assistance to schools and educational institutions in Ohio to improve safety features on school buses, ensuring safer transportation for students.

This program provides funding to local governments and agencies for safety improvements at public highway-railroad crossings, helping to install and upgrade signal devices and enhance crossing safety features.