Transit Ridership Incentive Program (TRIP)
The Transit Ridership Incentive Program (TRIP) aims to create more accessible, safe, and regionally significant transit networks by funding projects across four categories: zero and reduced fare, regional connectivity, public safety, and passenger amenities and facilities. The program encourages applications for both capital and planning projects related to these categories, with requirements and match rates generally mirroring those of the MERIT Capital and Technical Assistance Programs. Regional Connectivity focuses on improving regional transit services and accessibility, especially in urban areas with populations exceeding 100,000. Zero and Reduced Fare projects support the deployment of fare reduction programs to enhance system accessibility and ridership. Public Safety initiatives fund equipment, infrastructure, and programs to ensure the safety of transit riders and workers. Passenger Amenities and Facilities projects invest in infrastructure improvements to enhance the rider experience and system accessibility. Grant renewed every year. Annual opening/closing deadline: December 1st to February 1st
Award Range
$10,000 - $200,000
Total Program Funding
$2,000,000
Number of Awards
Not specified
Matching Requirement
Yes - Yes, 25%
Eligible Applicants
Additional Requirements
Eligibility and specific requirements vary by project category. Regional Connectivity projects require serving MSAs with populations over 100,000. There are no size or population requirements for Zero and Reduced Fare, Public Safety, or Passenger Amenities projects
Geographic Eligibility
Montgomery County Pulaski County Giles County Albemarle County Fluvanna County Greene County Nelson County Rockingham County Scott County Washington County Amherst County Appomattox County Bedford County Campbell County Amelia County Caroline County Charles City County Chesterfield County Dinwiddie County Goochland County Hanover County Henrico County King William County New Kent County Powhatan County Prince George County Sussex County Botetourt County Craig County Franklin County Roanoke County Salem (independent city) Staunton (independent city) Waynesboro (independent city) Augusta County Gloucester County Isle of Wight County James City County Mathews County York County Arlington County Clarke County Culpeper County Fairfax County Fauquier County Loudoun County Prince William County Spotsylvania County Stafford County Warren County Alexandria (independent city) Fairfax (independent city) Falls Church (independent city) Fredericksburg (independent city) Manassas (independent city) Manassas Park (independent city) Winchester (independent city) Frederick County
Next Deadline
January 1, 2025
Letter of Intent
Application Opens
December 1, 2024
Application Closes
February 1, 2025
Grantor
Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT)
Phone
(608) 555-1234Subscribe to view contact details