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Find similar grantsFTA Ferry Programs is sponsored by U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration (FTA). This program provides funding to the Passenger Ferry Grant Program, Electric or Low-Emitting Ferry Pilot Program, and Ferry Service for Rural Communities Program.
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Opportunity Listing - FY 2026 Competitive Funding Opportunity: Ferry Service for Rural Communities Program FY 2026 Competitive Funding Opportunity: Ferry Service for Rural Communities Program Agency: DOT - Federal Transit Administration Assistance Listings: 20. 539 -- Passenger Ferry Program for Rural Communities Last Updated: April 8, 2026 View version history on Grants.
gov The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announces the opportunity to apply for $454 million in competitive grants for the Ferry Service for Rural Communities Program.
Eligible activities include capital projects to purchase, construct, replace, or rehabilitate ferries, terminals, related infrastructure and related equipment (including electric or low-emitting ferry vessels and related infrastructure), planning projects, and operating assistance. Grantor contact information FTA Office of Program Management File name Description Last updated 2026-06680.
pdf Federal Register Notice Apr 7, 2026 10:43 AM UTC FY26-Passenger-Ferry-Grant-Program-Supplemental-Form-Final-v1. 0. 0.
pdf FTA Supplemental Form Link to additional information Funding opportunity number : FTA-2026-006-TPM-FERRYRURAL Cost sharing or matching requirement : Funding instrument type : Opportunity Category Explanation : Category of Funding Activity :
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Public ferry systems in urbanized areas, and entities providing ferry service in rural communities. Specific eligibility will depend on the individual ferry program. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The published deadline was May 11, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
FTA Ferry Programs is funded by U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration (FTA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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