Transportation Grants

Last updated October 9, 2026

Grantable tracks 290 active transportation grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 1 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 103 list an award amount, with a median of $150K.

Grants tracked: 290; from 159 funders
Median award: $150K; middle half $28K–$1.5M
Total listed funding: $146.5M; across 103 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 6; 9 with a published date

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Safe Routes to School Program Maryland Department of Transportation · State Not published · Varies Supports infrastructure and non-infrastructure activities with federal funding that enable and encourage children to safely walk, bicycle or roll to school. County Government, Municipalities/Towns, Regional, Other	Not published	Varies
Freight-Rail Grant Program Maryland Department of Transportation · State Not published · Varies The MDOT Freight Rail Grant Program (FRGP) is a state-funded, competitive, reimbursable grant program administered by the Office of Rail and Intermodal Freight (RIF) of the Secretary’s Office at MDOT.	Not published	Varies
EnergIIZE Commercial Vehicles (MDHD ZEV Infrastructure Incentive Block Grant project) – Transit Set-Aside Funding Lane - Rollover California Energy Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $5M The EnergIIZE Commercial Vehicles project, funded by the California Energy Commission, offers incentives for zero-emission vehicle infrastructure for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles in California.	Not published	Up to $5M
Section 5310 – Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Grant East-West Gateway Council of Governments · Foundation Not published · Varies The Section 5310 – Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Grant, administered by the East-West Gateway Council of Governments, aims to enhance transportation access for seniors and individuals with disabilities in…	Not published	Varies
CFGM: Community Human-Powered and Public Transportation Grant Community Foundation Of Greater Muscatine · Foundation Not published · Varies The CFGM Community Human-Powered and Public Transportation Grant aims to enhance public health and reduce air pollution in Muscatine by promoting human-powered and public transportation initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Grant Program Greater Lansing Area Clean Cities · Foundation Not published · Varies Federal grants to support development of electric vehicle charging stations and alternative fuel infrastructure. The program prioritizes locations that serve in-town travel and benefit from community access.	Not published	Varies
Furchak-Ferko Annual Grant Program Erie Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $30K The Furchak-Ferko Annual Grant Program, established by Margaret Furchak Ferko, aims to address critical community gaps affecting women and families in Erie County.	Not published	$30K
Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) Grant Ohio Department of Transportation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) by the Ohio Department of Transportation funds projects enhancing non-motorized travel, historic preservation, and environmental efforts.	Not published	Varies
Transportation – Better Roads Vermont Agency of Transportation · State Not published · Varies Funds completion of Road Erosion Inventories (REI) reassessments on hydrologically connected road segments that currently do not meet standards in compliance with the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Municipal Roads…	Not published	Varies
Seniors Community Revitalization & Development Fund Grant Deaconess Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Seniors Community Revitalization & Development Fund, supported by the Deaconess Foundation, aims to enhance public health infrastructure for seniors aged 55 and older in the Greater St. Louis area.	Not published	Up to $30K
DCNR Motorized Trails Grants Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) · Foundation Not published · Varies The DCNR Motorized Trails Grants program supports the development and maintenance of motorized recreational trails in Pennsylvania.	Not published	Varies
Carbon Reduction Program Maryland Department of Transportation · State Not published · Varies The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, enacted as the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), Public Law 117-58 (Nov.	Not published	Varies
Transit Grant - Rural Area Formula Grant (ND) North Dakota Department of Transportation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Rural Area Formula Grant (ND) provides crucial funding for public transportation in rural areas with populations under 50,000. It supports capital, maintenance, and operating assistance, helping residents access essential services.	Not published	Up to $5K
Rail Industrial Access Department of Rail and Public Transportation · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Transportation and Growth Management - Code Assistance Land Conservation Grants · State Not published · $5M – $12.5M Helps local governments update local regulations to promote efficient land use and transportation choices, with emphasis on pedestrian- and bicycle-friendly development.	Not published	$5M – $12.5M
Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Regional Council of Governments · Foundation Not published · Up to $6M The Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) program, managed by the Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Regional Council of Governments (OKI), allocates federal funds for transportation projects aimed at enhancing regional planning.	Not published	Up to $6M
GM on Main Street Grant Program National Main Street Center Inc. · Foundation Not published · $60K The GM on Main Street Grant Program, led by Main Street America, focuses on enhancing the safety and vibrancy of downtowns through innovative road safety and traffic calming projects.	Not published	$60K
Transportation – Municipal Roads Grants-in-Aid Program   Vermont Agency of Transportation · State Not published · $450K – $3.3M Supports the use of erosion control and maintenance techniques that save money while ensuring best management practices are completed in accordance with the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation’s Municipal Roads General Permit…	Not published	$450K – $3.3M
MileOneCares: Community Grants Program Mileone Community Giving Foundation Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies MileOneCares offers community grants aimed at enhancing lives through improved access to transportation and community support. Non-profits with 501(c)(3) status, operational for two years, can apply for funding to address local needs.	Not published	Varies
Senior Transportation Community Action Agency of South Central Michigan · Foundation Not published · Varies Help Calhoun County residents access services and activities that enhance dignity, support independence and encourage community involvement.	Not published	Varies
Federal Lands Access Program (FLAP) DOT Planning Grants · State Not published · Varies Established under 23 USC 204 to provide funds for projects that provide access to, are adjacent to, or are located within Federal Lands.	Not published	Varies
Department of Transportation – Active Transportation Program Transportation Department · State Not published · Varies The Minnesota Department of Transportation’s Active Transportation Program helps communities plan, build infrastructure, and encourage people to walk and bicycle where they live, work, and play.	Not published	Varies
Clean Mobility Program (PON 5739) Grant New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $3M The Clean Mobility Program (PON 5739) by NYSERDA aims to support communities in New York State by funding innovative zero-emission transportation projects.	Not published	Up to $3M
NJ Prevention Network Policy Change Grants TransOptions Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K	Not published	$3K

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About transportation grants

Transportation grants fund mobility-related needs — vehicles, transit services, equipment, and operating costs — often to help nonprofits get vulnerable populations to jobs, healthcare, food, and community life. A large share of this funding flows through federal and state transportation programs administered locally, alongside foundation and corporate support. Many programs specifically target seniors, people with disabilities, and underserved or rural communities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do transportation grants award?

Of the 290 transportation grants Grantable lists as of October 9, 2026, 103 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $150K, and the middle half fall between $28K and $1.5M. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most transportation grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Department of Transportation (13), Transportation Department (13), Vermont Agency of Transportation (13), Maryland Department of Transportation (12), and Ohio Department of Transportation (10). In all, 159 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are transportation grants due?

Of 290 grants listed, 6 accept applications on a rolling basis, 9 have a published upcoming deadline, 35 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 240 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What do transportation grants fund?

Transportation grants can fund vehicles such as accessible vans and buses, mobility management, technology and scheduling systems, and in some cases the operating costs of providing rides. They commonly support services that connect people to medical care, employment, and essential destinations, especially where existing public transit is insufficient, inappropriate, or unavailable.

Who offers transportation grants for nonprofits?

A major federal source is the Federal Transit Administration's Section 5310 program (Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities), which provides funding — distributed through states — for nonprofits serving older adults and people with disabilities, covering capital, mobility management, and certain operating expenses. Additional support comes from state departments of transportation, regional and metropolitan planning organizations, foundations, and corporate giving programs.

How do nonprofits apply for transportation funding?

For federal programs like FTA Section 5310, nonprofits typically apply through their state DOT or designated regional recipient, and projects often must be included in a locally developed, coordinated public transit–human services transportation plan. Because much federal transportation funding is passed through to states and localities, it's important to check your state's process, deadlines, and matching requirements; foundation and corporate transportation grants follow their own separate applications.

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