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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Transportation - Vermont State Infrastructure Bank State Not published · Varies Construction or reconstruction of highways, roads, bridges, and pedestrian facilities, certain facilities related to rail or public transit, and electric vehicle charging stations and natural gas refueling stations available for public use	Not published	Varies
Conservation Fund and CSX Transportation - Solar-Powered Delivery Truck Grant Adirondack North Country Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant to fund a solar-powered refrigerated truck for safe and efficient transport of food from local farms and producers.	Not published	Varies
Department of Transportation - Safe Routes to Schools Grants Transportation Department · State Not published · Varies Minnesota Safe Routes to School is a national program that aims to make it safer and easier for students, including those with disabilities, to walk and bicycle to school.	Not published	Varies
NBRC: Catalyst Program Grant Northern Border Regional Commission · Foundation Not published · Varies The NBRC Catalyst Program aims to stimulate economic growth in northern Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and New York by funding innovative projects that address regional economic needs.	Not published	Varies
National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program Greater Lansing Area Clean Cities · Foundation Not published · Varies Federal grants to support development of electric vehicle charging infrastructure along interstate highways. The program aims to create a network of EV charging stations to facilitate long-distance electric vehicle travel.	Not published	Varies
Transportation – Vermont Community Electric Vehicle Chargers Incentive Program Vermont Department of Housing and Community Development · State Not published · $50K – $2M Supports comprehensive turnkey services which includes technical assistance, a design for sighting of the chargers, completion of a full plan for installation, make-ready upgrades, charging hardware, and full installation of the chargers…	Not published	$50K – $2M
Franklin Street Transit-Oriented Development Strategic Planning Grant Berks County Chamber Foundation · Foundation Not published · $142K To support the Franklin Street Transit-Oriented Development Strategic Planning Process, which aims to formulate the best and most appropriate course of action for redevelopment and revitalization of residential, commercial and industrial…	Not published	$142K
Department of Transportation - State Aid for Local Transportation (SALT) Transportation Department · State Not published · Varies SALT provides technical assistance in highway and bridge design, construction and maintenance, authorizes grants for bridge construction, coordinates local federally funded projects and provides overall management of the state aid system.	Not published	Varies
Federal Recreational Trail Program Grant Minnesota Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · $3K – $150K The Federal Recreational Trail Program, managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, aims to enhance motorized and non-motorized trails through financial support.	Not published	$3K – $150K
Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program Grant Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) · Foundation Not published · $50K – $1.5M The Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program, managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), provides crucial funding for diverse transportation projects.	Not published	$50K – $1.5M
Community Planning and Capacity Building (Planning) Grants California Air Resources Board · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Community Planning and Capacity Building Grants, offered by the California Air Resources Board, provide up to $500,000 to assist communities in planning for equitable transportation solutions.	Not published	Up to $500K
Glacier Hills Legacy Fund Golden Opportunities Grant Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Glacier Hills Legacy Fund Golden Opportunities grant program, managed by the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation, aims to enhance the well-being of vulnerable older adults in Washtenaw County.	Not published	Varies
Accelerated Mobility Playbook (AMP) Technical Assistance Grant Program City Thread · Foundation Not published · $50K City Thread's AMP grant program helps U.S. cities build safer, more connected mobility networks in 24 to 36 months.	Not published	$50K
Catalytic Grant Program Neighborhood Allies Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $75K Neighborhood Allies' flagship grant program offering innovative, creative and inspiring ideas that make neighborhoods healthier, safer and stronger.	Not published	$25K – $75K
Arizona Transportation Modernization Grants A for Arizona · Foundation Not published · $14M – $20M A statewide grant program designed to spark transit solutions and support development of transportation options for K-12 public school students, moving beyond traditional yellow school buses.	Not published	$14M – $20M
Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant Program (AFIG) Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant Program is now accepting applications for the 2026 program year.	Not published	Up to $500K
United Way Community Impact Grant United Way of Central Shenandoah Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies United Way of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County Community Impact Grant MOVING ALICE FROM CRISIS → SURVIVAL → SUSTAINABILITY ALICE® is a project that focuses on community members who are Asset Limited, Income Constrained, and Employed.	Not published	Varies
Transportation – Become an EV Charging Site Host Vermont Agency of Transportation · State Not published · Varies Supports hosting a public charging station at your location.	Not published	Varies
UWJC: Strategic Grants United Way of Jackson County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _As part of the United Way allocations process, a volunteer panel will visit each program applicant during the month of April. Panelists will ask questions as part of due diligence.	Not published	Varies
State Planning Funds Grant Illinois Department of Transportation · Foundation Not published · Varies The State Planning Funds, provided by the Illinois Department of Transportation, aim to enhance statewide transportation planning activities.	Not published	Varies
Albert "Buttsie" and Loretta Roberge Fund The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Donor-advised fund established by Lynn Malerba (first woman Lifetime Chief of the Mohegan Tribe) and her husband Paul to honor Lynn's parents, Albert "Buttsie" and Loretta Roberge.	Not published	Varies
GHSP Community Grants North Carolina Department of Transportation · Foundation Not published · Varies The GHSP Community Grants program, managed by the North Carolina Department of Transportation, aims to enhance highway safety.	Not published	Varies
CDBG Streetscapes Economic Development Authority · State Not published · $25M	Not published	$25M
Transportation and Growth Management \| Education & Outreach Land Conservation Grants · State Not published · $2.5M – $7.5M TGM provides consultants to facilitate community discussions and write short memos on transportation and land use issues.	Not published	$2.5M – $7.5M

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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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