Transportation Grants

Last updated October 10, 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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Motor Vehicle Emissions Reduction- Diesel Engine Retrofits Program II Maryland Department of the Environment · State Not published · Varies Works with agencies and businesses to promote the use of and provide information about diesel retrofit equipment to reduce air pollution from diesel powered vehicles.	Not published	Varies
Local Road Administration (LRA) Assistance Funds Grant Georgia Municipal Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The Local Road Administration (LRA) Assistance Funds, administered by the Georgia Municipal Association, provide essential funding for local road projects without requiring a match.	Not published	Varies
5310 Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Grant Oregon Department of Transportation · Foundation Not published · Varies The 5310 Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities program, funded by the Oregon Department of Transportation, supports public transportation initiatives aimed at enhancing mobility for seniors and individuals with…	Not published	Varies
Walking College Fellowship America Walks Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Walking College is a leadership development program designed to strengthen grassroots advocacy for safer, more accessible streets.	Not published	Varies
Safe Routes to Schools Mini Grants Seattle Department of Transportation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Safe Routes to Schools Mini Grants, offered by the Seattle Department of Transportation, aim to enhance safety for children walking or biking to school.	Not published	Up to $2K
Northland Community Foundation Grant Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $32K The Northland Community Foundation Grant seeks to enhance life quality in the Northland by connecting donors with community needs.	Not published	$10K – $32K
Transportation – Better Connections Program Vermont Agency of Transportation · State Not published · $3M – $6.7M Supports master planning efforts that evaluate multi-modal transportation options, community development, and water quality improvements.	Not published	$3M – $6.7M
Transportation Library Research Grant Northwestern University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Northwestern University Transportation Library holds one of the largest transportation research collections in the world, covering all modes of transportation including aviation, rail, highway, public transit, and pedestrian and…	Not published	Varies
Tribal High Priority Projects Program Department of Transportation · State Not published · Varies Under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), the Tribal High Priority Projects (Tribal HPP) Program is a competitive set-aside of the Tribal Transportation Program (TTP) formula grant providing funds to Tribe or a governmental…	Not published	Varies
Department of Transportation - Aeronautics and Aviation Grants Transportation Department · State Not published · Varies Funding through the Minnesota Department of Transportation for municipalities to construct, maintain, and operate their airport.	Not published	Varies
Public Transit Wyoming Department of Transportation · State Not published · Varies Transit programs in Wyoming are administered by WYDOT through the Office of Local Government Coordination. Transit programs are funded through a variety of federal and state programs.	Not published	Varies
Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) Program Environment Dept Funding · State Not published · Varies New Mexico Clean Diesel Program funded through EPA's DERA to reduce air pollution from diesel-fueled heavy-duty trucks and buses. Funding can be used to retrofit existing vehicles with emission control devices or to replace diesel vehicles.	Not published	Varies
Maritime Assistance Program Grant Ohio Department of Transportation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Maritime Assistance Program, administered by the Ohio Department of Transportation, offers funding to Ohio port authorities for projects that enhance maritime cargo terminal operations.	Not published	Varies
Solutions for Congested Corridors Program Grant California Transportation Commission · Foundation Not published · Varies The Solutions for Congested Corridors Program (SCCP) offers $250 million annually in funding to enhance transportation, environmental, and community access improvements aimed at reducing congestion in California.	Not published	Varies
Zero Fare Transit Grants Program Colorado Association of Transit Agencies · Foundation Not published · Varies A grants program referenced in CASTA's Transit Resource Library. Specific details about funding amounts, eligibility criteria, application process, and program focus are not provided in the available website content.	Not published	Varies
Transportation – Vermont Municipal Equipment Loan Fund Vermont Treasurer’s Office · State Not published · From $2M Supports purchase of construction, fire, emergency or heavy equipment or vehicles.	Not published	From $2M
Township Safety Sign Grant Program Ohio Department of Transportation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Township Safety Sign Grant Program, funded by ODOT, allocates $2 million annually to enhance safety signage on Ohio's township roads.	Not published	Up to $50K
Department of Transportation - Transit Grants Transportation Department · State Not published · Varies MnDOT is responsible for administering state and federal transit assistance funds for Greater Minnesota.	Not published	Varies
Access Programs Department of Transportation · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Transportation - Electric Vehicle Charging Station Loan Program State Infrastructure Bank via Vermont Economic Development Authority · State Not published · Up to $10M Electric vehicle charging stations and natural gas refueling stations available for public use	Not published	Up to $10M
Transportation – Trail Accessibility Assessment Vermont Trails and Greenways Council (VTGC) · State Not published · $200K Evaluates existing trails or proposed sites from the perspective of individuals with mobility challenges and provides practical, professional recommendations to improve and build accessible and adaptive aquatic, pedestrian, and adaptive…	Not published	$200K
Bicycle, Pedestrian & Trail Project Grants Transportation · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
American Cancer Society Transportation and Lodging Grants St Mary's Regional Health Center · Foundation Not published · $30K Grants awarded to help alleviate financial burden for patients undergoing cancer treatment by providing transportation and lodging assistance.	Not published	$30K
Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Systemic Safety Funding Grant Ohio Department of Transportation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Systemic Safety Funding aims to enhance roadway safety by implementing proven countermeasures to prevent pedestrian and roadway departure crashes.	Not published	Varies

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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 10, 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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