Grant Opportunities in Washington State
WSDOT is working closely with local, county and regional organizations to balance transportation needs with community values and environmental goals. There are several state and federal funding sources that may be available to support these efforts. If you have questions or know of other resources, please contact WSDOT at 360-705-7258 or email ReevesP@wsdot.wa.gov
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Select from the following list of organizations and agencies to see
a list of available grants:
Grants for Schools, School Districts, Cities, Counties, and Tribal Governments
Safe Routes to Schools: The Department of Transportation (WSDOT) provides state and federal funding for the Safe Routes to School Program. The purpose of the Safe Routes to Schools program is to provide children a safe, healthy alternative to riding the bus or being driven to school. Deadline: May 2, 2008
Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Program: The Department of Transportation (WSDOT) provides state funding for the Safe Routes to School Program. The purpose of the Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety program is to aid public agencies in funding cost-effective projects that improve bicycle and pedestrian improvements. Deadline: May 9, 2008
Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program: The Interagency Committee for Outdoor Recreation provides state funds for acquisition and
development of local and state parks, water access sites, trails, critical wildlife habitat, natural areas, and urban wildlife habitat.
Deadline: May 1, 2008
Small City Sidewalk Program: The Transportation Improvement Board provides state gas tax funds for pedestrian projects. These projects improve
safety, provide access, and address system continuity and connectivity. The program is on an annual cycle.
Non-Highway and Off-Road Vehicle Program: Provides state funding to develop and manage recreation opportunities for those who use off-road
vehicles (motorcycles, four-wheel drives, all-terrain vehicles). The program also supports facilities for those who pursue non-motorized trail activities, such as bicyclists, cross country skiers, equestrians, and hikers.
Deadline: May 1, 2008
Traffic Safety Grants: Washington Traffic Safety Commission provides state funding for programs, projects, services and strategies to reduce the
number of deaths and serious injuries that result from traffic crashes. Funds may be used for pedestrian and bicycle improvements.
The funding cycle begins April each year
Transportation Enhancement Grants: WSDOT provides federal funding to transportation-related activities designed to strengthen the
cultural, aesthetic and environmental aspects of the intermodal transportation system. The program provides for the implementation of a variety of non-traditional projects, with examples ranging from the restoration of historic
transportation facilities, to bike and pedestrian facilities, to landscaping and scenic beautification, and to the mitigation of water pollution from highway runoff.
Deadline: To be determined
National Recreational Trails Program: The Interagency Committee for Outdoor Recreation provides federal funding to rehabilitate and maintain recreational
trails and facilities that provide a backcountry experience. Eligible projects include maintenance of recreational trails, development of trail-side and trail-head facilities, construction of new trails, operation of environmental
education and trail safety programs.
Deadline: May 1, 2008
Intersection and Corridor Safety Program: WSDOT provides federal funding to safety improvement projects
that eliminate or reduce fatal or injury accidents by identifying and correcting hazardous locations, sections and/or elements. These include activities for resolving safety problems at hazardous locations and sections,
and roadway elements that constitute a danger to motorists, pedestrians, and/or bicyclists.
Deadline: To be determined
Washington Scenic Byways Program: WSDOT provides federal funding to projects on highways designated as National Scenic Byways, All-American Roads, or
as State scenic byways. It is a priority for these projects to be consistent with a corridor management plan for the byway. Tourist amenities, bicycle and pedestrian facilities and signing are eligible for this grant program.
Deadline: April 11, 2008
Public Lands Highways Program: WSDOT provides federal funding to improve access to and within federal lands. Funds are available for "any
kind of transportation project eligible for assistance under Title 23, United States Code, that is within, adjacent to, or provides access to the areas (Federal lands) served by the public lands highway."
A public lands highway means a forest road or any highway through un-appropriated or unreserved public lands, nontaxable Indian lands, or other Federal reservations under the jurisdiction of and maintained by a public authority
and open to public travel. Interpretive signs, rest areas, visitor centers, bicycle and pedestrian projects are eligible for this grant program.
Deadline: To be determined
Surface Transportation Program - Regional Funds: Metropolitan Planning Organizations provide federal funding for projects on any Federal-aid
highway, bridge projects on any public road, transit capital projects, and intracity and intercity bus terminals and facilities. A portion of funds reserved for rural areas may be spent on rural minor collectors.
Eligible projects include modifications of existing public sidewalks to comply with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Contact your Regional Agency for additional information.
Trip Reduction Performance Program WSDOT is looking for organizations to create and manage cost-effective projects that help get people out of their cars and onto buses, trains, vanpools, and other commute options. Private, public, and non-profit entities are eligible to compete for Trip Reduction Performance Program (TRPP) funds. Applicants will compete for $1.5 million total for 2007-2009 projects. WSDOT will announce winning projects this spring and projects will start on July 1. WSDOT staff will conduct free training workshops on March 5 in Lacey and on March 7 in Seattle. Participants will learn more about how the program will reduce drive-alone vehicle trips and how to compete for funding. Interested organizations can sign up for a workshop or request a proposal packet by contacting Hiep Tran at tranh@wsdot.wa.gov or (360) 705-7806.
Deadline: March 30, 2007
Congestion Mitigation Air Quality Improvement Program: Metropolitan Planning Organizations provide federal funds to projects and programs
that reduce transportation related emissions in four air quality non-attainment and maintenance areas in the state (Puget Sound Region, South West Washington Region, and Spokane Region).
Contact your Regional Agency for additional information
Grants for Regional Agencies
Surface Transportation Program - Regional Funds: Metropolitan Planning Organizations provide federal funding for projects on any Federal-aid
highway, bridge projects on any public road, transit capital projects, and intracity and intercity bus terminals and facilities. A portion of funds reserved for rural areas may be spent on rural minor collectors.
Eligible projects include modifications of existing public sidewalks to comply with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Contact your Regional Agency for additional information.
Congestion Mitigation Air Quality Improvement Program: Metropolitan Planning Organizations provide federal funds to projects and programs
that reduce transportation related emissions in four air quality non-attainment and maintenance areas in the state (Puget Sound Region, South West Washington Region, and Spokane Region).
Contact your Regional Agency for additional information
Grants for State Agencies
Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Program: The Department of Transportation (WSDOT) provides state funding for the Safe Routes to School Program. The purpose of the Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety program is to aid public agencies in funding cost-effective projects that improve bicycle and pedestrian improvements. Deadline: May 9, 2008
Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program: The Interagency Committee for Outdoor Recreation provides state funds for acquisition and
development of local and state parks, water access sites, trails, critical wildlife habitat, natural areas, and urban wildlife habitat.
Deadline: May 1, 2008
Non-Highway and Off-Road Vehicle Program: Provides state funding to develop and manage recreation opportunities for those who use off-road
vehicles (motorcycles, four-wheel drives, all-terrain vehicles). The program also supports facilities for those who pursue non-motorized trail activities, such as bicyclists, cross country skiers, equestrians, and hikers.
Deadline: May 1, 2008
Traffic Safety Grants: Washington Traffic Safety Commission provides state funding for programs, projects, services and strategies to reduce the
number of deaths and serious injuries that result from traffic crashes. Funds may be used for pedestrian and bicycle improvements.
The funding cycle begins April each year
Transportation Enhancement Grants: WSDOT provides federal funding to transportation-related activities designed to strengthen the
cultural, aesthetic and environmental aspects of the intermodal transportation system. The program provides for the implementation of a variety of non-traditional projects, with examples ranging from the restoration of historic
transportation facilities, to bike and pedestrian facilities, to landscaping and scenic beautification, and to the mitigation of water pollution from highway runoff.
Deadline: To be determined
National Recreational Trails Program: The Interagency Committee for Outdoor Recreation provides federal funding to rehabilitate and maintain recreational
trails and facilities that provide a backcountry experience. Eligible projects include maintenance of recreational trails, development of trail-side and trail-head facilities, construction of new trails, operation of environmental
education and trail safety programs.
Deadline: May 1, 2008
Intersection and Corridor Safety Program: WSDOT provides federal funding to safety improvement projects
that eliminate or reduce fatal or injury accidents by identifying and correcting hazardous locations, sections and/or elements. These include activities for resolving safety problems at hazardous locations and sections,
and roadway elements that constitute a danger to motorists, pedestrians, and/or bicyclists.
Deadline: To be determined
Washington Scenic Byways Program: WSDOT provides federal funding to projects on highways designated as National Scenic Byways, All-American Roads, or
as State scenic byways. It is a priority for these projects to be consistent with a corridor management plan for the byway. Tourist amenities, bicycle and pedestrian facilities and signing are eligible for this grant program.
Deadline: April 11, 2008
Public Lands Highways Program: WSDOT provides federal funding to improve access to and within federal lands. Funds are available for "any
kind of transportation project eligible for assistance under Title 23, United States Code, that is within, adjacent to, or provides access to the areas (Federal lands) served by the public lands highway."
A public lands highway means a forest road or any highway through un-appropriated or unreserved public lands, nontaxable Indian lands, or other Federal reservations under the jurisdiction of and maintained by a public authority
and open to public travel. Interpretive signs, rest areas, visitor centers, bicycle and pedestrian projects are eligible for this grant program.
Deadline: To be determined
Surface Transportation Program - Regional Funds: Metropolitan Planning Organizations provide federal funding for projects on any Federal-aid
highway, bridge projects on any public road, transit capital projects, and intracity and intercity bus terminals and facilities. A portion of funds reserved for rural areas may be spent on rural minor collectors.
Eligible projects include modifications of existing public sidewalks to comply with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Contact your Regional Agency for additional information.
Congestion Mitigation Air Quality Improvement Program: Metropolitan Planning Organizations provide federal funds to projects and programs
that reduce transportation related emissions in four air quality non-attainment and maintenance areas in the state (Puget Sound Region, South West Washington Region, and Spokane Region).
Contact your Regional Agency for additional information
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