Federal Grant Resources

  1. Grants.gov – Transportation Grants
    The central portal for federal grant opportunities, including those for transportation infrastructure and transit projects.

  2. U.S. Department of Transportation – Grants
    Offers an overview of DOT grant programs, including links to specific funding opportunities and resources for applicants.

  3. DOT Competitive Grants Dashboard
    Provides a searchable database of current and upcoming DOT discretionary grant opportunities, with filters for eligible applicants, transportation types, and more.

  4. Find Federal Grant Opportunities – DOT Navigator
    Assists communities in identifying federal transportation funding opportunities and offers tools to navigate the application process.

  5. Federal Transit Administration – Grant Programs
    Details FTA's funding programs supporting public transportation, including capital projects, planning, and operations.

  6. Federal Railroad Administration – Grants Tool
    Helps users identify FRA grant programs suitable for rail infrastructure and safety projects.

  7. National Aging and Disability Transportation Center – Federal Grant Opportunities
    Highlights federal funding opportunities focused on accessible transportation for older adults and people with disabilities.


State Grant Resources

  1. Michigan Department of Transportation – Grant Programs
    Lists state-level transportation grant opportunities available through MDOT, including local agency programs and economic development funds.

  2. MI Funding Hub
    MI Funding Hub is a new initiative helping communities capitalize on state and federal funding opportunities. Access FREE technical assistance from our Help Desk, get information on available grants, and find other tools to help your community become more grant savvy. 

  3. MIO Technical Assistance Center
    The purpose of the Michigan Infrastructure Office Technical Assistance Center (TAC) is to provide technical assistance, planning, and matching grants to local units of government, planning organizations, and federally recognized Tribal nations to help draw federal infrastructure money to Michigan’s communities.