Grants for Public Authority

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 3,960 Grants for Public Authority — 602 open right now, across 223 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $5B. The next application deadline is October 20, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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3,960total grants
602open now
223agencies
$1K–$5Bfunding range
Oct 20next deadline
OPEN 11 days left Hard to apply

Transit Downstate Transit Improvement Fund Program

This program provides state funding to participants of the Downstate Public Transportation Fund for competitive capital grants for projects, purchases or purposes required for the provision…

🏛 Illinois Department of Transportation ⏰ Oct 30, 2026 💰 up to $100,000,000
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OPEN 11 days left Hard to apply

Illinois Clean Jobs Workforce Network Program

The Illinois Clean Jobs Workforce Network Program will identify a network of at least 14 Illinois Clean Jobs Program delivery hub sites (“Workforce Hubs”) throughout the…

🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity ⏰ Oct 30, 2026
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OPEN 11 days left Hard to apply

Illinois Climate Works Pre-apprenticeship Program (CEJA)

Illinois Climate Works Pre-apprenticeship Centers (“Pre-apprenticeship Centers”) throughout the State that will recruit, prescreen, and provide pre-apprenticeship skills training, for which participants can attend free of…

🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity ⏰ Oct 30, 2026 💰 $3,000,000 – $6,500,000
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OPEN 11 days left Hard to apply

Multimodal Transportation Fund (MTF) Program

The program is intended to provide financial assistance to municipalities, councils of governments, businesses, economic development organizations, public transportation agencies, and ports and rail freight entities…

🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Transportation ⏰ Oct 30, 2026 💰 up to $3,000,000
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OPEN 12 days left Moderate to apply

Predevelopment Loan Fund FY27

Notice of Funding Opportunity: Predevelopment Loan Fund July 2026 Funding Purpose: The Predevelopment Loan fund has been created to facilitate development of high quality affordable multifamily…

🏛 Virginia Housing Development Authority ⏰ Oct 31, 2026 💰 $10,000 – $500,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many grants for public authority are available?
Grantoria currently lists 3,960 grants for public authority, of which 602 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is October 20, 2026 — about 1 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1K to $5B, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse grants for public authority, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.

About grants for Public Authority

Public authorities serve diverse populations through research, capacity building, and program implementation. With 3,960 active grants currently listed, this category is supported by leading funders including the National Institutes of Health and the Food and Drug Administration, which prioritize initiatives addressing public health, cancer research, and health equity across vulnerable populations.

Most grants follow competitive application processes and award between $300,000 and $500,000 in typical funding. Public authorities focused on serving low-income, elderly, and children populations are well-represented here. Using filters for award range, support type, and demographic focus will help you identify the most relevant opportunities quickly.