Grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Transportation

The North Central Region SARE (NCR-SARE) Partnership Grant Program is seeking applications to provide funding of $10,000 to $100,000 for projects that foster cooperation between agriculture professionals and small groups of farmers and ranchers, aiming to catalyze on-farm research, demonstration, and education activities related to sustainable agriculture.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit higher education institutions in the U.S. to conduct research that improves pipeline safety while engaging students in innovative projects.

This grant is designed to support licensed emergency medical services that have been operational for at least 12 months. It aims to fund the purchase of equipment, vehicles, and training materials to help improve response times and patient outcomes. Eligible entities include county/city governments, volunteer/non-profit organizations, and other eligible services. The funding requests can cover training, communications equipment, ambulances, emergency response vehicles, and specific medical equipment. Ineligible entities include private for-profit services and state agencies that do not meet the volunteer staffing requirement of 51% or more. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual deadline: June 30th

Applications are now being accepted for the 2025 Rural Maryland Prosperity Investment Fund Grant: Rural Health. Donor Name: Rural Maryland Council State: Maryland County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/17/2024 Size of the Grant: More than $1 million Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year Details: The objective of the Rural Maryland Prosperity Investment Fund is to help raise the overall standard of living in rural areas to a level that meets or exceeds statewide benchmark averages by 2030 while preserving the best aspects of a pastoral cultural and rural way of life. Resources provided to the Fund are designed to facilitate significant targeted investments in important economic and community development programs and promote regional and intergovernmental cooperation. These investments will also enable local and regional public and nonprofit organizations to leverage additional non-state financial and human resources to facilitate the realization of sustainable rural development objectives. The Fund will serve the interests of the entire State by: Encouraging the increase of entrepreneurial activity and commerce and a balanced economy in the State; Relieving conditions of unemployment and underemployment in rural areas; assisting in the retention of valuable farm and forest land for productive use by present and future generations; Promoting intergovernmental cooperation and public sector/private sector partnerships in and between rural and other areas; Enhancing the deployment of housing, transportation, water, wastewater, and broadband communications infrastructure and services in rural areas; Supporting rural commercial center redevelopment and community revitalization efforts; and, Generally promoting the health, happiness, safety, employment opportunity, and general welfare of the residents of each of the rural counties and municipal corporations of the State. Healthcare: Health care access and delivery is a major problem in the State’s rural areas. Residents often need to travel great distances to seek health care services due to health workforce shortages. This problem is in primary care and is particularly acute in specialty care such as surgical specialties, dentistry, mental health, and other medical specialty areas. Eligible health care projects will range from health care planning, to health program implementation and evaluation, and will include projects pertaining to the following: Improving access to health and medical/dental/behavioral health care Tele-medicine and telehealth networking Programs that focus on planning and/or coordination of health care Programs that address rural population health needs Programs that ensure health care insurance and treatment enrollment Programs that implement and measure the accomplishment of components of the state’s rural health plan Rural Nonemergency Medical Transportation: Projects could include the following components better coordination (between industries, funding sources/coverage), 2) provides interregional transportation, and 3) on-demand response. Recruitment and retention of health care and public health professionals Programs to aid recruitment of health care providers Rural residency programs in primary care and medical/surgical specialties and dentistry Housing projects to support rural rotations of medical students/ health professions students Pipeline and pathway programs for future and existing health care workers Behavioral and mental health Programs to address: Substance use disorder, including alcohol, opioids and prescription drugs Depression and counseling, suicide prevention Domestic abuse and violence Chronic disease prevention and management Health education on diabetes, obesity, heart disease, cancers prevalent in rural Maryland, hypertension/high blood pressure Disease management programs Research and treatment of health impacts on minority populations, and in particular, prenatal care Oral and dental health Funding Information For Fiscal Year 2025, the RMC has budgeted $1,500,000 for health care projects in the General Funds for the health care portion of the RMPIF program. Grant Period August 1, 2024 and June 30, 2025. Eligibility Criteria  Applicants must be a local government, institute of higher education, regional council, or be a 501(c)(3) IRS tax designation or similar and serve a regional or statewide rural constituency. Eligible applicants include federally qualified health centers, area health education centers, local health clinics, and other rural-serving health organizations. The applicant does not have to be located in a rural area or in the area it serves. For more information, visit RMC.

This funding opportunity supports research and development of advanced transportation technologies, prioritizing projects that improve vehicle efficiency and battery technology while benefiting underserved communities across the U.S.

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

Funding Opportunity Title: Development and Deployment of Innovative Technologies for Concrete PavementsAnnouncement Type: This is the initial announcement of this funding opportunity.Funding Opportunity Number: 693JJ324NF00013Total Amount Available: This NOFO will result in the distribution of up to $5 million. The actual amount available to be awarded under this notice will besubject to the availability of funds. This NOFO will result in the award of one cost reimbursement cooperative agreement withcost-sharing. Award Type: Cooperative AgreementAssistance Listing Number: 20.200, Highway Research Development Questions: Submit Questions by 3:00pm ET on 4/17/2024 to: [email protected] and [email protected] Application Due Date: Applications Due by 3:00pm ET on 5/20/2024 via Grants.gov (see Section D). The Federal Highway Administrations (FHWA) Accelerated Implementation and Deployment of Pavement Technologies (AIDPT) Program was established more than a decade ago under the Moving Ahead for Progress in 21st Century Act (Pub. L. 112-141). Since that time, the program has continued under Fixing Americas Surface Transportation Act (Pub. L. 114-94) and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (Pub. L. 117-58). The program encourages highway agencies to adopt and implement new technologies proven to save money, enhance safety, improve performance and quality, increase efficiency, reduce delay, and enhance road user satisfaction.The purpose of this funding opportunity and planned cooperative agreement (Agreement) is to stimulate, facilitate, and expedite the deployment and rapid adoption of new and innovative technologies relating to the design, specification, production, testing, control, construction, investigation, operation, and impacts of concrete pavements. The Agreement will support public agencies by helping to increase the knowledge related to concrete pavements and concrete materials. The proposed project is a cooperative effort between the FHWA and the Recipient to improve the quality and performance of concrete pavements. Products will include, but not be limited to, implementation plans, market analyses, training tools, case studies, reports and analyses, and supporting stakeholder engagement via conference presentations, webinars, workshops, peer exchanges, videos, and technical assistance to public agencies. To accomplish and deliver these products, it is anticipated the Recipient will leverage engaging subject matter experts and make products available and accessible to a wide-ranging audience. This effort will leverage the unique technology capabilities and facilities of the Recipient with FHWAs mission.The goals of this funding opportunity and planned Agreement are to promote the deployment and rapid adoption of new and innovative materials, design and construction procedures, specifications, practices, and methods by which the concrete pavement can realize improved pavement performance and extended pavement life while integrating sustainability.

This grant provides funding for community organizations and local governments to engage in environmental outreach, education, and restoration projects aimed at improving water quality and ecological health in the Jones Falls watershed of Maryland.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) is extending the application deadline for the Commercial and Charter Vessel Access Grant Program, funded through the LDWF 2019 Flood Disaster Grant. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) allocated funds to mitigate the effects of freshwater flooding on Louisiana’s saltwater resources. Grants of up to $500,000 will be awarded to public and private entities for constructing new facilities, acquiring land, or improving access for saltwater commercial and charter fishing vessels. The new application deadline is May 31, 2024, extending from the original date of May 15, 2024. Projects must be in coastal areas impacted by the 2019 flood and accessible to the public. Recipients must maintain facilities for at least 20 years.

This program provides funding to eligible public transit agencies in designated urban areas to improve security and resilience against terrorism and other threats through various protective measures and enhancements.

This grant provides funding to state and local governments, tribal governments, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations to improve safety and reduce accidents involving large trucks and buses through various initiatives.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and educational institutions for managing travel, logistics, and training services that strengthen criminal justice systems and promote the rule of law in Africa and the Middle East.

The OCCF Community Investment Grant Program is accepting applications throughout the year, with no specific due dates or deadlines. The grants aim to provide broad and diverse funding to support a strong and vibrant Owen County community. Eligible applicants include charitable organizations, schools, churches, and governmental agencies in or serving Owen County. If an organization does not meet the criteria but their project aligns with OCCF's charitable goals, they may be able to partner with a fiscal sponsor. The grant awards range from $1,001 to $5,000, with the option for organizations to crowdfund up to $10,000 or leverage OCCF's dollars through a matching campaign. The application deadlines for the Grants Committee review in 2024 are May 31st and September 30th. The funding categories include improving access to information on local issues and events, parks, trails, recreational programs, high-quality childcare and early childhood education. Additionally, requests for initiatives related to community wellness, culture, economic development, transportation, agriculture, natural resources, broadband access, historic & archaeological resources, hazard mitigation, innovation & entrepreneurship, and quality of place will be considered. Organizations that have previously received grants must submit a final report before applying again. For more information and to access the application form: [Link](https://www.grantinterface.com/Form/Preview?form=1113651&urlkey=occf)

The Georgia Council for the Arts is excited to announce the 2024 Vibrant Communities Grants to support single art projects such as an art exhibit, a theatre production, a series of workshops for children, or an artist residency. Donor Name: Georgia Council for the Arts State: Georgia County: Selected Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year Details: The Georgia Legislature allocated funds to GCA specifically to increase the reach of arts grants across the state. These grants are intended to fund arts programs in as many counties as possible. Some examples of projects that could be funded by the Vibrant Communities grant are concerts, theatre productions, class field trips, art exhibits, murals, art festivals, or art classes. In addition, due to the ongoing impact of COVID on arts programs, GCA is including online programs to the list of program types eligible for Vibrant Communities Grant funding. Funding Information Vibrant Communities Grant applicants may request no more than $5,000 and no less than $1,000. Project Period Propose an arts project that will be completed between October 15, 2024 and June 1, 2025. Eligible Projects Eligible projects could include, but are not limited to: performances (theatre, dance, music, musical theatre, opera, storytelling, puppetry, and performance art; may be in person or virtual) art exhibits (two-dimensional, three-dimensional, photography, and digital) media arts presentations (film, video, and audio literary arts readings (poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction) folk & traditional arts performances or exhibitions (music, dance, theatre, storytelling, and crafts) public art (murals and sculpture) outdoor performances arts festivals multidisciplinary arts projects education in any of the arts fields referenced above, including workshops, classes, demonstrations, and field trips artist residencies (in person or virtual) arts integration STEAM (arts integration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) in-school (or virtual) programs for students transportation and admission for field trips (must be within the applicant’s county) a classroom residency by an artist (in person or virtual) arts programs with seniors (in person or virtual) arts programs with Veterans or military populations (in person or virtual) arts programs in hospitals or residential care facilities arts programs with incarcerated individuals professional development related to arts program development or arts management (in person or virtual) capacity building for arts programs or arts organizations (in person or virtual), such as hiring a consultant to address specific organizational needs (creating a strategic plan/development plan; Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, etc.) Eligibility Criteria Eligible organizations located within the following counties may apply: Atkinson, Bacon, Baker, Banks, Barrow, Bartow, Ben Hill, Berrien, Bleckley, Brantley, Brooks, Bryan, Burke, Butts, Calhoun, Candler, Catoosa, Charlton, Chattahoochee, Clay, Clayton, Clinch. Coffee, Columbia, Cook, Coweta, Crawford, Crisp, Dade, Dawson, Decatur, Dodge, Dooly, Early, Echols, Effingham, Elbert, Emanuel, Evans, Franklin, Glascock, Gordon, Grady, Habersham, Hall, Hancock, Haralson, Harris, Hart, Heard, Houston, Irwin, Jasper, Jeff Davis, Jefferson, Jenkins, Johnson, Jones, Lamar, Lanier, Laurens, Lee, Liberty, Lincoln, Long, Macon, Madison, Marion, McDuffie, McIntosh, Meriwether, Miller, Mitchell, Monroe, Montgomery, Murray, Oglethorpe, Paulding, Peach, Pickens, Pierce, Polk, Pulaski, Quitman, Randolph, Schley, Screven, Seminole, Spalding, Stewart, Sumter, Talbot, Taliaferro, Tattnall, Taylor,  Terrell, Towns, Treutlen, Turner, Twiggs, Upson, Walker, Warren, Washington, Wayne, Webster, Wheeler, Wilcox, Wilkinson, Worth An eligible applicant organization must be physically located in one of the Georgia counties listed above and must be one of the following: A non-profit organization that has been designated as a 501(c)3 organization by the IRS and is registered with the Georgia Secretary of State A local government entity (state and federal government entities are not eligible to apply) A public library A school, college or university Eligible Applications Eligible Applications must: Propose an arts project that will take place within the county in which the applicant is located. Include a 50% cash match for the grant request amount in the budget. Not include programming that promotes a specific religious doctrine or political party or candidate. Be the only application from an eligible organization. Multiple applications from the same applicant will not be considered for funding. For more information, visit GCA.

This funding opportunity provides $8 million to support a four-year project that will enhance the U.S. shipbuilding workforce through international training partnerships, focusing on critical trades and promoting fair labor standards.

This program provides funding to Texas public school districts and open-enrollment charter schools to replace or retrofit older diesel school buses, reducing children's exposure to harmful diesel exhaust.

This grant provides funding to organizations in Minnesota to improve non-emergency medical transportation services for residents in long-term care facilities, ensuring they can access essential health-related appointments safely and effectively.

This grant provides funding to support small farmers and public entities in Maryland to aggregate local food products for sale to wholesale and institutional markets, enhancing the local food system.

This program provides funding to New Hampshire public entities and eligible private organizations to replace older diesel vehicles and equipment with cleaner alternatives, reducing harmful emissions and promoting sustainable transportation.

This program funds projects that improve the safety, efficiency, and reliability of intercity passenger and freight rail. The Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) Program is authorized under 49 U.S.C. 22907. The purpose of the CRISI Program is to invest in a wide range of projects within the United States to improve railroad safety, efficiency, and reliability; mitigate congestion at both intercity passenger rail and freight rail chokepoints to support more efficient travel and goods movement; enhance multi-modal connections; and lead to new or substantially improved Intercity Passenger Rail Transportation corridors. This program invests in railroad infrastructure projects that improve safety, support economic vitality (including through opportunities for small businesses), create good-paying jobs with the free and fair choice to join a union, increase capacity and supply chain resilience, apply innovative technology, and explicitly address climate change, gender equity and racial equity. The purpose of this notice is to solicit applications for the competitive CRISI Program provided in Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, division L, title I, Public Law 117–328 (2023 Appropriation), Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024, division F, title I, Public Law 118–42 (2024 Appropriation) and the 2023 and 2024 advance appropriation in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, division J, title II, Public Law 117–58 (2021).