Public Transit Grants

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 109 Public Transit Grants — 4 open right now, across 45 funding agencies. Award amounts range $5K to $2.04B. The next application deadline is October 30, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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109total grants
4open now
45agencies
$5K–$2.04Bfunding range
Oct 30next deadline
OPEN 9 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 9 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 41 days left Moderate to apply

2027 TYCLF

2027 TYCLF is a New York State grant opportunity administered by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets. Total program funding is approximately $475,000.…

🏛 New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets ⏰ Dec 1, 2026
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Public Transit grants by state

California (59) Pennsylvania (10)

Public Transit grants by applicant

Public Authority (90) Nonprofits (67) City / Municipal Government (65) Tribal Nation (59) County Government (58) Small Business (SBA-defined) (48) Individuals (36) State Government (30) Special District (24) Low-income (18) 501(c)(3) Public Charity (16) Tribal Organization (15)

Frequently asked questions

How many public transit grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 109 public transit grants, of which 4 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 30, 2026 — about 9 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for public transit grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but public transit grants in this category most often support: Public Authority, Nonprofits, City / Municipal Government and Tribal Nation. Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $5K to $2.04B, 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 public transit grants, 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 Public Transit grants

Public transit grants support infrastructure development, modernization, and operational improvements for transportation systems nationwide. With 109 active grants listed in this category, funding agencies like the DOT Federal Transit Administration and Federal Railroad Administration prioritize projects that enhance mobility and connectivity across urban and rural communities.

Most public transit grants range from $1.0M to $112.5M and operate through competitive application processes. State governments, city governments, and public authorities are typical recipients, with funding commonly directed toward capital projects, pilot programs, and planning initiatives serving low-income and urban communities. All grants require cost-sharing, so filtering by recipient type and support category helps identify the best opportunities.

The free database of U.S. federal grants for nonprofits and grant writers — updated daily from official sources, Grants.gov, SAM.gov and other official resources.

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