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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Revenue Sharing Department of Transportation · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Ozone Season Transit Grant Program Colorado Association of Transit Agencies · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant program for transit agencies during ozone season. Specific details about funding amounts, eligibility criteria, and program focus areas are not provided in the available content.	Not published	Varies
Department of Transportation - Sustainability and Public Health Transportation Department · State Not published · Varies MnDOT’s Office of Sustainability and Public Health coordinates state and federal programs aimed at maximizing the health of communities, the environment, and our economy.	Not published	Varies
Transportation Research and Policy Grant Laura and John Arnold Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K Arnold Ventures (AV) is a philanthropy dedicated to improving the lives of all Americans through evidence-based solutions that maximize opportunity and minimize injustice.	Not published	Up to $200K
Senior Citizens Housing of Ann Arbor (SCHAA) Grant Program Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Senior Citizens Housing of Ann Arbor (SCHAA) Grant Program, established by the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation, aims to support organizations and programs that assist older adults and their caregivers.	Not published	Varies
Aviation Fuel Tax Program Transportation · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Access for All Grant Program San Diego Association of Governments · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Access for All Grant Program, funded by the San Diego Association of Governments, aims to enhance mobility for individuals with disabilities in the San Diego region.	Not published	Up to $100K
State Municipal Aid TransOptions Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Older Americans Act Services - Access Services, Transportation, Meals, and Caregiver Services Ageguide Northeastern Illinois Area on Aging · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Community Change Grants America Walks Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K The Community Change Grants program aims to provide support to America Walks' network of advocates, grassroots organizers, organizations, and agencies using innovative, engaging, and inclusive programs and projects to create tangible…	Not published	$2K
National Park Michigan Mobility Challenge (NPMMC) Greater Lansing Area Clean Cities · Foundation Not published · Varies A competitive challenge issued to the global mobility industry to identify and deploy advanced mobility and electrification technologies in Michigan's National Parks.	Not published	Varies
Transportation Assistance Grant Multiple Sclerosis Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program to assist with transportation needs. Helping members remain as independent as possible, and ensuring all people with MS have access to necessary support services.	Not published	Varies
Zero-Emissions Access Program Grant (WA) Washington State Department of Transportation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $200K The Zero-Emissions Access Program Grant (WA) aims to fund zero-emission carshare pilot programs in underserved communities with limited public transportation access.	Not published	$50K – $200K
Department of Transportation - Tribes and Transportation Transportation Department · State Not published · Varies Public Transportation, Cultural Outreach, Tourism, Public Transportation, Neighborhood Development, Economic Development, Community Improvement, Community and Regional Development, Student Services, Higher Education, Supportive Housing…	Not published	Varies
Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program Cycle 8 2026 Grant CA State Transportation Agency · Foundation Not published · Varies The Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP) aims to enhance California's rail and transit systems through transformative capital improvements.	Not published	Varies
Basic Needs Fund United Way of Putnam County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Transportation and Growth Management \| Quick Response Land Conservation Grants · State Not published · $5M – $12.5M Program helps cities find ways to implement transportation and land use plans and assists with multi-modal problem solving.	Not published	$5M – $12.5M
State Planning Funds Transportation · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Yates Community Endowment Grant Program Rochester Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The typical grant size is_ _$5,000._ _For Emergency Relief applications, please submit a request reflective of your organization’s need.	Not published	Varies
Municipal Road Safety Grant (MA) Massachusetts Office of Grants and Research (OGR) · Foundation Not published · Up to $65K The Municipal Road Safety Grant (MA) provides funding for police departments in Massachusetts to enhance traffic safety initiatives.	Not published	Up to $65K
Transportation and Lodging Services for Cancer Patients RFO Grant Maine Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $60K The Maine Cancer Foundation is addressing critical barriers for cancer patients by providing transportation and lodging services. This initiative aims to reduce disparities in healthcare access for Maine residents undergoing treatment.	Not published	Up to $60K
Safe Streets and Roads for All Maryland Department of Transportation · State Not published · Varies The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program provides grants to local, regional, and Tribal communities for implementation, planning, and demonstration activities as part of a systematic…	Not published	Varies
Transportation Mini Grant - Ride for Health Phoenixville Community Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Mini Grant for Transportation, known as Ride for Health, aims to assist residents of the Greater Phoenixville area who lack transportation to essential healthcare or social service appointments.	Not published	Up to $3K
State Park Road Account Program (SPRA) (MN) Grant Minnesota Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Varies The State Park Road Account Program (SPRA) in Minnesota supports local governments in enhancing access to public recreation facilities.	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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