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Please download the UGA Guidance. IMD opened the Call for Projects on April 1, 2026: FY27 ConCPT Application FY28 Unified Grant Application (UGA) *Note the UGA PDF works best when saved to your computer and opened in a PDF reader. Supplemental documents and guidance are provided under the tabs below.
Additional calls for projects including SMAP, ROAP and 5303, can be found as links under the Timeline. Please contact your assigned Regional Grant Specialist for further assistance. FY28 Unified Grant Application (UGA) Overview handout as a job-aid to guide subrecipients through the phased approach of the FY28 UGA.
Each phase lists the details and steps which will occur as the application moves through the process. The following documents are job aids and information to assist with the UGA. The UGA Roadmap is your guide to getting started, illustrating the relationship between each document.
FY28 UGA Pre-Application (Phase 1) Quick Reference Guide FY28 UGA Application (Phase 2) Quick Reference Guide FY28 UGA Application Contracting & Compliance (Phase 3) Quick Reference Guide Smartsheet Quick Reference Guide Funding Program Cheat Sheet – this documents provides information to sub-recipients on the various programs and is a quick reference guide.
FY28 NCDOT IMD UGA Funding Cheat Sheet Follow this link to access all the FY28 Unified Grant Application Supplemental Documents .
Grant Application Package Distributed April 1 - October 2, 2026 Regional Grant Specialists Available to Assist Grantees with Questions Pre-Application Due to NCDOT Program Applications in EBS Open EBS Grant Application Due to NCDOT October - December, 2026 Grant Applications Review Process IMD makes funding recommendation to NCDOT Board of Transportation FTA grant review and award for federal funding Effective date of one-year grant agreement Off-Cycle Funding Programs Click the links below to access the most recent application/guidance for ROAP, SMAP, 5303, TDM, and Internship Demonstration Grant.
FY27 Rural Operating Assistance Program (ROAP) Application (coming soon) FY27 State Maintenance Assistance Program (SMAP) Application (coming soon) FY28 5303 Application (coming soon) FY27-28 Apprenticeship Program (coming soon) FY27-28 Internship Program (coming soon) Internship Demonstration Grant Application (coming soon) Training Webinars and Presentations IMD conducted training webinars on the new UGA program to facilitate the use of the new material.
Unified Grant Application (UGA) Program Playlist Unified Grant Application (UGA) Program Tutorial Phase I - Pre-application How-to-video Phase II - Application How-to-video Phase III - Contracting & Compliance How-to-video FY 2028 Uniform Grant Application (UGA) Training Webinar This training was held on 03/24/2026 and is a condensed version focusing on UGA FY2028 updates.
This training is recommended for Director with 3-5+ years of experience. This training was held on 03/31/2026 and is a comprehensive version reviewing many aspects of FY2028. This training is recommended for Director 5 or less years of experience, all are welcome.
IMD has developed a special initiative for the FY27 ConCPT grant program. This special initiative reduces the number of required participants; expands eligible participants and expense categories to include selected Capital expenditures; and raises the State share to 100% reimbursement. The application period is April 15-28, 2026.
The period of performance for approved projects is July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027. Please use the link provided to access the program guidance and written application . FY28 Unified Grant Application and opened the Call for Projects.
Smartsheet Quick Reference Guide - IMD has gathered tips and tricks to best utilize Smartsheet and prepared this reference guide. This guide includes how to complete Smartsheet forms and grids which are used throughout the entire UGA process. UGA Progress Sheet - This progress sheet serves as a tracking sheet for the application process.
This progress sheet does not need to be submitted to IMD. UGA Roadmap - This document provides a quick snapshot of the UGA tools and resources. This roadmap is especially helpful for those who are new to the UGA process.
IMD has prepared the following short video tutorials for each phase of the UGA.
Unified Grant Application (UGA) Program Playlist Unified Grant Application (UGA) Program Tutorial Phase I - Pre-application How-to-video Phase II - Application How-to-video Phase III - Contracting & Compliance How-to-video If you have questions or need additional information, please contact your assigned Regional Grant Specialist, or contact me at UGA Feedback – Click Here Deputy Director of Finance and Grant Administration Integrated Mobility Division North Carolina Department of Transportation Grant Administration Manager Integrated Mobility Division North Carolina Department of Transportation Contact your assigned Regional Grant Specialist here: Regional Grant Administration Contacts
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Local governments and transit agencies in North Carolina. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Varies Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is October 2, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
The Fund for Women & Girls Grant Program is sponsored by The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC). The Fund for Women & Girls, an initiative of TFEC, makes grants to local nonprofit organizations in specific South Central PA counties. The grants support projects that advance the lives of women and girls by providing opportunities to address basic needs, develop economic self-sufficiency, and strengthen health and safety needs.
VGF grants will be used to develop and/or support community-based entities to recruit, manage, and support volunteers. CNCS seeks to fund effective approaches that expand volunteering, strengthen the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit and retain skill-based volunteers, and develop strategies to use volunteers effectively to solve problems. Specifically, the VGF grants will support efforts that expand the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit, manage, support and retain individuals to serve in high quality volunteer assignments.Applicants that receive funding under this Notice may directly carry out the activities supported under the award, or may carry out the activities by making sub-grants to community-based entities, supporting volunteer generation at these entities.). Funding Opportunity Number: AC-05-25-21. Assistance Listing: 94.021. Funding Instrument: G. Category: O. Award Amount: $6.1M total program funding.