Airport Improvement Program Matching Grant
🏛 Department of Transportation (California)
✓ Free, no account · Source: California Grants Portal · Last verified Nov 1, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for California nonprofits, for-profits, Local Workforce Development Areas, education and training providers, tribal organizations, faith-based organizations, and community-based organizations serving special populations.
Applicants can propose to serve English language learners, homeless and housing insecure individuals, immigrants, justice-involved individuals, people with disabilities, veterans, youth, or other vulnerable populations in COVID-impacted areas.
Geographic scope is limited to California. Projects must build industry partnerships, provide work-based learning, increase equitable job access, and offer supportive services. Applicants must collaborate across workforce intermediaries, employers, and community partners.
Individuals cannot apply for this grant.
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Program description
This is a reimbursable grant for airport development or planning activities. The State will provide up to 5% of total AIP grant with a project maximum of $200,000 per project. Project must be listed in the State Capital Improvement Plan to be eligible. Project must not begin until a notice to proceed is given by the State
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
- 501(c)(3) Private Foundation
- 501(c)(3) Public Charity
- Faith-based Organization
- Individuals
- Nonprofits
- Public Authority
- Small Business (SBA-defined)
- Tribal Nation
- Tribal Organization
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Program contact
- 📧 AeronauticsGL@dot.ca.gov
- 📞 1-916-917-4368
Funding track record
Past applications & awards under this program (California Grants Portal) — how competitive it is.
By fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Applications | Awarded | Award rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-2023 | 50 | 47 | 94% |
| 2025-2026 | 49 | 49 | 100% |
Source: California Grants Portal
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