Rural Business Development Grant Program - Rural Transportation Systems
The summary for the Rural Business Development Grant Program - Rural Transportation Systems grant is detailed below.
This summary states who is eligible for the grant, how much grant money will be awarded, current and past deadlines, Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) numbers, and a sampling of similar government grants.
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Rural Business Development Grant Program - Rural Transportation Systems: The purpose of this program is to improve the economic conditions of rural areas by providing technical assistance that will enhance the operation of rural transportation systems.
| Federal Grant Title: | Rural Business Development Grant Program - Rural Transportation Systems |
| Federal Agency Name: | Rural Business-Cooperative Service (USDA-RBCS) |
| Grant Categories: | Transportation |
| Type of Opportunity: | Discretionary |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RDBCP-RBDG-RT-2026 |
| Type of Funding: | Grant |
| CFDA Numbers: | 10.351 |
| CFDA Descriptions: | Information not provided |
| Current Application Deadline: | June 30th, 2026 |
| Original Application Deadline: | June 30th, 2026 |
| Posted Date: | May 26th, 2026 |
| Creation Date: | May 26th, 2026 |
| Archive Date: | July 30th, 2026 |
| Total Program Funding: | $995,500 |
| Maximum Federal Grant Award: | $650,000 |
| Minimum Federal Grant Award: | $0 |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 5 |
| Cost Sharing or Matching: | No |
| Last Updated: | May 26th, 2026 |
- Applicants Eligible for this Grant
- State governments - County governments - City or township governments - Special district governments - Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) - Nonprofits having a 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Additional Information on Eligibility
- Applicants must be qualified national organizations with experience in providing technical assistance and training to rural communities nationwide for the purpose of improving passenger transportation services or facilities.
- Link to Full Grant Announcement
- RBDG RT NOFO Federal Register
- Grant Announcement Contact
- Rachel Reister
Loan & Grant Analyst
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