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Find similar grantsA component of the PROTECT program, these grants support projects that implement physical improvements to make surface transportation infrastructure more resilient to climate change and extreme weather events.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: State and local governments, including counties. Requires a minimum non-Federal cost share of 20%, which may be reduced to 10-17% for projects covered by a Resilience Improvement Plan. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $500,000 - $60 million (anticipated award range). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Promoting Resilient Operations for Transformative, Efficient, and Cost-saving Transportation (PROTECT) Resilience Improvement Grants are due October 7, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Promoting Resilient Operations for Transformative, Efficient, and Cost-saving Transportation (PROTECT) Resilience Improvement Grants is funded by U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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