The full suite of US Department of Transportation (USDOT) technical assistance resources can be accessed at Search Technical Assistance Resources | US Department of Transportation.
USDOT’s Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) Program
RAISE Program provides grants for surface transportation infrastructure projects with significant local or regional impact. The eligibility requirements of RAISE allow project sponsors, including state and local governments, counties, Tribal governments, transit agencies, and port authorities, to pursue multi-modal and multi-jurisdictional projects that are more difficult to fund through other grant programs.
The FY2025 RAISE NOFO is now open. Applications are due no later than 8:59 p.m. PT on January 30, 2025. Visit the RAISE webinar series page to join an upcoming webinar or find recordings and materials from past webinars.
Rural and Tribal Assistance Pilot Program Notice of Funding Opportunity
USDOT’s Build America Bureau (Bureau) released a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Rural and Tribal Assistance Pilot Program (RTAPP) on December 19th, created by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The NOFO offers $27 million in technical assistance grants to rural and Tribal communities for the planning and design phase development of transportation projects. There is no local funding match required to participate in this program. The Bureau designated up to $10 million for Tribal applicants.
The Bureau will accept applications on a first-come, first-served basis beginning March 4, 2025, at 11:00 am PT. The Bureau posted a copy of the application on the website for interested entities to review and draft responses in advance. The application portal will close on April 3, 2025, at 1:59 p.m. PT.
RTAPP NOFO Webinar
January 4, 2025 – 12:00 pm PT
The Bureau will host a free webinar about the application process and what activities can be funded through the program. Register for the webinar here. Participation in the webinar is not mandatory to receive funding. The Bureau will post a recording of the webinar and a copy of the presentation at RTAPP webpage. To provide an inclusive experience, the Bureau will arrange accommodations for requests received at RuralandtribalTA@dot.gov up to five business days prior to the webinar.
USDOT Navigator Grant Application Resources
- Understanding Non-Federal Match Requirements
- Grant Application Checklist for a Strong Transportation Workforce and Labor Plan
- Checklist for a Strong Climate Change Mitigation, Adaptation and Resilience Grant Application
- Federal Tools to Determine Disadvantaged Community Status
- What Is a Benefit-Cost Analysis (BCA)?
- Use of DOT Funds for Public Involvement
In preparing your application for any of the above programs, be sure to read the specific Notice of Funding Opportunity and related program materials to ensure your project and organization are eligible and you are meeting other program/application requirements. General information to help prepare for USDOT applications can also be found on the USDOT Navigator, including the Discretionary Grant Preparation Checklist for Prospective Applicants.