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"Rural Business Development Grant Program - Rural Transportation Systems" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Rural Business Development Grant Program - Rural Transportation Systems is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture, USDA Rural Business-Cooperative Service. This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.
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Opportunity Listing - Rural Business Development Grant Program - Rural Transportation Systems Rural Business Development Grant Program - Rural Transportation Systems Agency: Rural Business-Cooperative Service Assistance Listings: 10. 351 -- Rural Business Development Grant Last Updated: May 26, 2026 View version history on Grants.
gov The purpose of this program is to improve the economic conditions of rural areas by providing technical assistance that will enhance the operation of rural transportation systems.
Special district governments City or township governments Federally recognized Native American tribal governments Nonprofits non-higher education with 501(c)(3) Applicants must be qualified national organizations with experience in providing technical assistance and training to rural communities nationwide for the purpose of improving passenger transportation services or facilities.
Grantor contact information File name Description Last updated RBDG_Transportation_NOFO_FY26_Final_5. 19. 26.
pdf RBDG Transportation NOFO FY 26 May 26, 2026 06:07 PM UTC RBDG-RTS_Announcement_FR_VC. docx RBDG RT Announcement FR May 26, 2026 06:08 PM UTC Link to additional information RBDG RT NOFO Federal Register Funding opportunity number : Cost sharing or matching requirement : Funding instrument type : Opportunity Category Explanation : Category of Funding Activity : Your account requires additional identity verification.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Qualified national organizations with experience providing technical assistance and training to rural communities nationwide for improving passenger transportation services or facilities. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $10,000 - $650,000 (Award ceiling for technical assistance projects). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was June 30, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Rural Business Development Grant Program - Rural Transportation Systems is funded by U.S. Department of Agriculture, USDA Rural Business-Cooperative Service. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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