Public Transit Grants for Public Authority

As of September 2026, Grantoria lists 86 Public Transit Grants for Public Authority — 5 open right now, across 42 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $426.7M. The next application deadline is September 21, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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86total grants
5open now
42agencies
$1K–$426.7Mfunding range
Sep 21next deadline
OPEN 30 days left Hard to apply

FYs 2024 through 2026 – Promoting Resilient Operations for Transformative, Efficient, and Cost-saving Transportation (PROTECT) Competitive Grant Program Notice of Funding Opportunity

The intent of the PROTECT Competitive Grant Program is to fund projects to improve the resilience of the surface transportation system, including highways, public transportation, ports,…

🏛 DOT Federal Highway Administration 📋 CFDA 20.284 ⏰ Oct 9, 2026 💰 $1 – $60,000,000
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OPEN 36 days left Hard to apply

Downstate Reduced Fare Grant Program

The Downstate Reduced Fare Grant program is a competitive grant program providing fare-assistance and fare-replacement to eligible public transportation agencies. The purpose of the program is…

🏛 Illinois Department of Transportation ⏰ Oct 15, 2026
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OPEN 36 days left Hard to apply

Downstate Cooperative Transportation Grant Program

The Downstate Cooperative Transportation Grant program is a competitive grant. The purpose of the program is to support partnerships between eligible public transit agencies and educational…

🏛 Illinois Department of Transportation ⏰ Oct 15, 2026
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Public Transit grants by state

California (59) Pennsylvania (10)

Public Transit grants by applicant

Public Authority (86) City / Municipal Government (64) Nonprofits (60) County Government (57) Tribal Nation (53) Small Business (SBA-defined) (29) State Government (27) Special District (23) Low-income (18) Individuals (16) 501(c)(3) Public Charity (15) Tribal Organization (14)

Frequently asked questions

How many public transit grants for public authority are available?
Grantoria currently lists 86 public transit grants for public authority, of which 5 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 September 21, 2026 — about 12 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 $426.7M, 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 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.

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