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FY 2025 High Priority Program-Commercial Motor Vehicle (HP-CMV)
$46,600,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT-Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 7, 2025

Date Added

Jan 8, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, tribal governments, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations to enhance commercial motor vehicle safety and reduce crashes through various innovative projects.

Transportation
State governments
FY25 High Priority Program Innovative Technology Deployment (HP-ITD)
$2,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT-Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 7, 2025

Date Added

Jan 8, 2025

This grant provides funding to states and eligible jurisdictions to develop and implement innovative technologies that improve safety and efficiency in commercial motor vehicle operations, particularly in underserved communities.

Transportation
State governments
FAA Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant Program
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT Federal Aviation Administration )
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 5, 2025

Date Added

Jan 7, 2025

This program provides funding to educational institutions, flight schools, and aviation organizations to develop training and outreach initiatives that address the growing need for skilled pilots and unmanned aircraft operators in the U.S.

Transportation
Exclusive - see details
FAA Aviation Maintenance Technical Workers Workforce Development Grant Program
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT Federal Aviation Administration )
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 5, 2025

Date Added

Jan 7, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations that develop and expand educational and training programs for the aviation maintenance workforce, particularly targeting underserved communities and enhancing diversity in the field.

Transportation
Exclusive - see details
FY25 Supplemental State-Amtrak Intercity Passenger Rail Committee
$9,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT - Federal Railroad Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 9, 2025

Date Added

Jan 2, 2025

This grant provides funding to the Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority to improve collaboration and support for intercity passenger rail services among state partners, Amtrak, and federal agencies.

Transportation
Unrestricted
Port Infrastructure Development Program
$112,500,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (Maritime Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2025

Date Added

Dec 23, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to improve port infrastructure and enhance supply chain resilience, targeting projects by local governments and small ports across the United States.

Transportation
State governments
FY 2025 Commercial Driver's License Program Implementation (CDLPI)
$88,700,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT-Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 24, 2025

Date Added

Dec 19, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, Tribal governments, and educational institutions to improve compliance with commercial driver's license regulations, enhance safety, and address key transportation priorities.

Transportation
State governments
Rural and Tribal Assistance Pilot Program NOFO
$2,250,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (69A345 Office of the Under Secretary for Policy)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 17, 2025

Date Added

Dec 19, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to rural and tribal communities for planning and designing transportation infrastructure projects to help them qualify for federal funding.

Workforce Development
State governments
FY25 Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator Safety Training Program
$200,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT-Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 25, 2025

Date Added

Dec 18, 2024

This grant provides funding to organizations that train commercial truck and bus drivers, focusing on recruiting veterans, their families, and individuals from underserved communities to improve safety and job placement in the transportation industry.

Transportation
State governments
FY25 High Priority Enforcement Training and Support Grant Program (HP- ETS) Grant Program
$5,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT-Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 23, 2025

Date Added

Dec 10, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations focused on training non-federal personnel in commercial motor vehicle safety enforcement and compliance.

Transportation
Nonprofits
Travel, Logistics, and Training Support for INL Africa and Middle East Programs
$350,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 31, 2025

Date Added

Dec 5, 2024

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.

Law Justice and Legal Services
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
FY 2025 Competitive Funding Opportunity: Technology Transfer (T2) Program
$5,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT/Federal Transit Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 11, 2025

Date Added

Dec 4, 2024

This funding opportunity provides $5 million to support the deployment and commercialization of innovative technologies in public transportation, aimed at federal, state, local, and tribal governments, as well as public transit providers and educational institutions.

Transportation
State governments
SOI - Match and Gap Funding Assistance for Surface Transportation Projects
$1,000,000
Denali Commission
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 28, 2025

Date Added

Nov 29, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to rural Alaskan communities for surface transportation projects that improve infrastructure, connectivity, and safety, particularly for those unable to meet local match requirements or facing funding gaps.

Transportation
County governments
FFY 2024 FTA Section 5305(e) Transit Planning
$250,000
Arizona Department of Transportation
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 7, 2025

Date Added

Nov 29, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Arizona's Metropolitan Planning Organizations and Councils of Governments for transit planning projects that improve rural and regional transit services, particularly for underserved communities.

Transportation
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
FY25 Northeast Corridor Cooperative Agreement to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation
$252,019,550
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT - Federal Railroad Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 25, 2024

Date Added

Nov 21, 2024

This grant provides financial support to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation for projects aimed at improving and maintaining the Northeast Corridor rail services.

Transportation
Unrestricted
FY 2025 Bus Safety and Accessibility Research Competitive Program
$10,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT/Federal Transit Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 17, 2025

Date Added

Nov 19, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research and development of bus safety and accessibility improvements, targeting transit agencies, government entities, nonprofits, and private companies involved in public transportation.

Transportation
State governments
FY25-27 Railroad Safety State Participation Grant Program
$1,250,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT - Federal Railroad Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 9, 2024

Date Added

Nov 14, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state agencies for training, travel, and equipment purchases to enhance railroad safety inspections and enforcement of federal standards.

Transportation
Unrestricted
FY 2025 National Infrastructure Investments
$25,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (69A345 Office of the Under Secretary for Policy)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 30, 2025

Date Added

Nov 4, 2024

This grant provides funding for state and local governments, transit agencies, and Native American Tribes to improve transportation infrastructure projects that enhance safety, sustainability, and community connectivity across the U.S.

Transportation
Exclusive - see details
Ports for the Future Partnerships
$1,275,904
U.S. Department of State (Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 16, 2024

Date Added

Oct 31, 2024

This funding opportunity supports organizations working to improve sustainable and resilient port infrastructure in South Asia, enhancing regional economic connectivity and maritime trade efficiency.

Transportation
Unrestricted
Regional Infrastructure Accelerator Program
$1,500,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (69A345 Office of the Under Secretary for Policy)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 9, 2025

Date Added

Oct 29, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to U.S. public entities for planning and developing regional infrastructure projects, particularly in underserved and rural communities, to enhance project delivery and financing strategies.

Transportation
State governments