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Apply for a public transportation grant # Apply for a public transportation grant Below you'll find information for prospective applicants for state and federal grants administered by WSDOT's Public Transportation Division. Grants are funded on a biennial (two-year) basis, though some grant programs may fund projects on a four-year cycle.
The following types of organizations qualify for at least some of WSDOT's public transportation grants: cities, counties, nonprofit agencies, private operators, senior centers, special districts (such as schools and ports), state agencies, transit agencies, and tribes.
Grant-funded projects include: * Services such as transit; paratransit; transportation for the elderly, people with disabilities, and rural communities; commute trip reduction; and transit-pass programs. * Vehicles and equipment such as new buses, rideshare vehicles, and supporting equipment. * Infrastructure such as transit centers, park and ride lots, transit-signal-priority systems, and transit lanes.
The Grants Management Systemis a one-stop hub for public transportation grant applications, invoicing, and more. If the application method shown in the grants-at-a-glance table is in the Grants Management System, you will need to register for system access. Contact the help desk at PTDGMSSupport@wsdot.
wa. gov, or (360) 705-7711 for more information on registering for or navigating the Grants Management System. ### Regional Mobility Grant We’re accepting applications for the Regional Mobility Grant program.
The application is open to applicants that submitted a pre-application. For more information see the notice of funding opportunity (PDF 445KB). The Regional Mobility Grant (RMG) program provides state funding to support projects that improve connectivity between counties and regional centers and reduce transportation delay (RCW 47.
66. 030). The program funds a range of project types, including capital construction, vehicle and equipment purchases, operating projects, and transportation demand management, with an emphasis on delivering public benefits efficiently and effectively.
Cities, counties, ports, public transit agencies, regional transit authorities, regional transportation planning organizations, and metropolitan planning organizations in Washington state are eligible to apply. The application is open in the Grants Management System. Applications are due 3 p.
m. , June 30, 2026. We will post information here and on the grant webpages listed in the table below when grant opportunities become available.
Applications will only be available between the application opening date and the due date. Depending on the grant program, applications may be completed using the Grants Management System or in coordination with WSDOT. More information is available by contacting our grants team.
To stay informed about WSDOT public transportation grants, you can register for updates by selecting “Public Transportation Grants” under “Funding” in the GovDelivery menu. These tables provide an overview of key dates and application methods for the grants currently administered by WSDOT's Public Transportation Division. We will update the tables when grant programs are updated, added or completed.
** This program is not funded beyond June 30, 2025. Dates shown above are for planning purposes if the program is funded in future biennia. *** Estimated timelines based on prior federal fiscal years.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Cities, counties, nonprofit agencies, private operators, senior centers, special districts, state agencies, transit agencies, and tribes in Washington state. 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 rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. 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.
Yes — AI tools like Granted can help research funders, draft proposal sections, and check compliance. However, always review and customize AI-generated content to reflect your organization's unique strengths and the specific requirements of the solicitation.
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.