Multimodal Transportation Fund (MTF)
🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development
Can you apply?
This grant is for Pennsylvania organizations seeking funding for multimodal transportation projects that support economic development. Municipal governments, transportation authorities, and nonprofits may be eligible if they can demonstrate how their project improves safe and reliable transportation access for Pennsylvania residents. Projects might include transit infrastructure, pedestrian/bicycle facilities, or intermodal hubs. Contact the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development directly to confirm eligibility requirements for your specific organization type.
This grant is for Pennsylvania organizations seeking funding for multimodal transportation projects that support economic development. Municipal governments, transportation authorities, and nonprofits may be eligible if they can demonstrate how their project improves safe and reliable transportation access for Pennsylvania residents. Projects might include transit infrastructure, pedestrian/bicycle facilities, or intermodal hubs. Contact the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development directly to confirm eligibility requirements for your specific organization type.
Program description
The Multimodal Transportation Fund provides grants to encourage economic development and ensure that a safe and reliable system of transportation is available to the residents of the commonwealth.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Details
This grant is for Pennsylvania organizations seeking funding for multimodal transportation projects that support economic development. Municipal governments, transportation authorities, and nonprofits may be eligible if they can demonstrate how their project improves safe and reliable transportation access for Pennsylvania residents. Projects might include transit infrastructure, pedestrian/bicycle facilities, or intermodal hubs. Contact the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development directly to confirm eligibility requirements for your specific organization type.
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- Grant application form (agency-specific)
- Project narrative/description
- Budget and budget narrative
- Evidence of community need/demand
- Economic development impact analysis or study
- Project timeline and implementation plan
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Likely eligible applicants include municipal governments, county authorities, public transit agencies, and possibly nonprofits. Check with the agency—eligibility may vary by project type.
What is the deadline?
The deadline is currently listed as July 31, 2026. Verify this date with the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development before applying.
What types of projects are funded?
The grant supports multimodal transportation projects that improve economic development and ensure safe, reliable transportation access throughout Pennsylvania.
What is the typical award range?
Awards range from $100,000 to $3,000,000, depending on project scope and competitiveness. Larger infrastructure projects may compete for higher awards.
Is cost-sharing required?
No cost-sharing is required for this grant based on available information. Confirm with the agency if additional funding commitments are expected.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Start by contacting the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development directly to clarify eligibility rules for your organization type.
- Focus your proposal on how the project improves both transportation safety/reliability AND economic development outcomes for the region.
- Demonstrate clear demand for the project through community input, ridership studies, or economic impact analysis.
- Include a detailed implementation timeline and realistic budget that shows how you'll deliver the project competently.
- Address how the multimodal project serves underserved populations or connects to regional economic growth opportunities.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Vague or unfocused project descriptions that don't clearly link transportation improvements to economic development goals. Unrealistic budgets or timelines that don't account for permitting, design, and construction complexity. Weak community support documentation or failure to demonstrate actual demand for the project.
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