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FY 24-25 Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Grant Program - National
$5,070,784,989
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT - Federal Railroad Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 4, 2025

Date Added

Sep 4, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, public agencies, and rail-related entities for projects that improve and maintain intercity passenger rail infrastructure across the country.

Transportation
State governments
2026 Tribal Transportation Program Safety Fund
$25,118,400
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT Federal Highway Administration )
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 15, 2026

Date Added

Sep 4, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to federally recognized Indian Tribes for projects aimed at improving transportation safety and reducing fatalities on Tribal lands.

Safety
Native American tribal organizations
New Hampshire Clean Diesel Grant Program
$315,000
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 3, 2025

This program provides funding to public entities in New Hampshire for projects that reduce harmful emissions from older diesel vehicles and equipment, improving air quality and public health.

Environment
State governments
Community Traffic Safety Grant Program
$75,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 24, 2025

Date Added

Sep 3, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Massachusetts for community-based projects that improve road safety and reduce traffic-related injuries and fatalities, particularly in underserved areas.

Safety
Nonprofits
Magnetic Acceleration Generating New Innovations and Tactical Outcomes (MAGNITO)
$3,000,000
U.S. Department of Energy (Advanced Research Projects Agency Energy )
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 24, 2025

Date Added

Aug 26, 2025

This grant provides funding for innovative projects focused on developing advanced magnetic materials that exceed current performance standards, targeting a wide range of applicants including universities, nonprofits, and businesses in the U.S.

Energy
Individuals
Research and Development of Naval Power and Energy Systems (N00024-19-R-4145 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA))
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Defense (Department of the Navy)
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 6, 2028

Date Added

Aug 25, 2025

This grant provides funding for innovative research projects from industry and academia to improve naval shipboard power and energy systems, focusing on efficiency, resilience, and advanced technologies.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
FY23-New Haven Line Track Speed Improv Phase 1(Time)-Congressionally Directed
$12,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT - Federal Railroad Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 27, 2025

Date Added

Aug 16, 2025

This grant provides $12 million to the Connecticut Department of Transportation to improve the safety and efficiency of the New Haven Line rail corridor for both passenger and freight services.

Transportation
State governments
Innovative Finance and Asset Concession (IFAC) Grant Program
$2,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (69A345 Office of the Under Secretary for Policy)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 13, 2025

This program provides funding to state and local governments, tribal authorities, and public agencies to enhance transportation infrastructure through innovative financing and public-private partnerships.

Transportation
State governments
Rural and Tribal Assistance (RTA) Pilot Program
$2,500,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (69A345 Office of the Under Secretary for Policy)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 8, 2025

Date Added

Aug 7, 2025

This program provides funding to rural and tribal communities for early-phase development of transportation infrastructure projects, helping them prepare for future federal funding opportunities.

Transportation
City or township governments
FY25 Rail Safety Innovations Deserving Exploratory Analysis (Rail Safety IDEA)
$500,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT - Federal Railroad Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 22, 2025

Date Added

Aug 6, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for innovative research projects aimed at improving safety in the U.S. railroad system, targeting researchers, universities, inventors, and private companies exploring new safety concepts.

Transportation
Exclusive - see details
FY24 Ettrick Passenger Rail Station Improvements
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT - Federal Railroad Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 18, 2025

Date Added

Aug 5, 2025

This grant provides funding to the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority to plan and develop a new passenger rail station in Ettrick, Virginia, addressing critical infrastructure needs and accommodating future growth in rail service.

Transportation
Exclusive - see details
Fiscal Year 2025 Intercity Passenger Rail Program
$9,000,000
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (Department of Homeland Security - FEMA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 2, 2025

This funding is exclusively available to Amtrak to enhance security measures for intercity passenger rail systems, protecting them from potential terrorist threats.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
Other
Fiscal Year 2025 Intercity Bus Security Grant Program
$1,800,000
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (Department of Homeland Security - FEMA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 2, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to eligible intercity bus operators to enhance security measures and protect against terrorism, focusing on critical transportation infrastructure and public safety.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Fiscal Year 2025 Transit Security Grant Program (TSGP)
$33,898,500
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (Department of Homeland Security - FEMA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 15, 2025

Date Added

Aug 2, 2025

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.

Transportation
Special district governments
Fiscal Year 2025 Port Security Grant Program
$6,500,000
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (Department of Homeland Security - FEMA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 15, 2025

Date Added

Aug 2, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to port authorities, facility operators, and government agencies to enhance the security and resilience of maritime infrastructure against threats like terrorism.

Safety
State governments
FY24-CRISI Congressionally Directed-Kansas Transload Facility
$5,366,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT - Federal Railroad Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 29, 2025

Date Added

Jul 25, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support exclusively to the Port Authority of Stafford County for the construction of a new transload facility in Kansas, enhancing rail infrastructure for bulk material shipping.

Transportation
Exclusive - see details
FY 2025 Grants for Transportation in Highly Rural Areas
$1,500,000
Department of Veterans Affairs (VHA Member Services-Veterans Transportation)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 23, 2025

Date Added

Jul 23, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Veterans Service Organizations and State Veterans Service Agencies to improve transportation access for Veterans living in remote, sparsely populated areas, enabling them to reach VA medical facilities.

Transportation
Nonprofits
Grants for Transportation in Highly Rural Areas (Renewal)
$50,000
Department of Veterans Affairs (VHA Member Services-Veterans Transportation )
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 23, 2025

Date Added

Jul 23, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that help Veterans in remote areas access necessary medical care through free transportation services.

Transportation
Exclusive - see details
Revitalizing Domestic Manufacturing by Developing the Next Generation of Americas Shipbuilders through International Partnerships
$8,000,000
U.S. Department of Labor (Bureau of International Labor Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 26, 2025

Date Added

Jul 22, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations that will develop training programs and fellowships for U.S. workers in the shipbuilding industry by leveraging international expertise and partnerships.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
FY25 Short Line Safety Institute Program
$2,500,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT - Federal Railroad Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 8, 2025

Date Added

Jul 17, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to the Short Line Safety Institute to improve safety practices and culture in short line and regional railroads across the United States.

Transportation
Exclusive - see details