115 California Grants for Transportation

115 Transportation Grants for California

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Grants to California Public Agencies for Programs to Reduce Marine Refuse

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to California local public agencies for programs to reduce marine refuse. Funding may be used for abandoned recreational vessel clean-up projects or to expedite the process for removing unwanted vessels. Funding is intended to prevent, remove, and decrease ...

GrantWatch ID#: 150442
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Grants to California Agencies for Water Safety Equipment

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to California local government agencies to promote boating safety and support water-based law enforcement activities. Funding is intended for a wide range of equipment purchases that benefit local agencies. Applications are invited from agencies with a need...

GrantWatch ID#: 150443
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Graduate Students and Postgraduates to Travel for Res...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to USA, Canada, and International graduate students and those with a Master's or doctoral degree to offset the cost of travel to conduct research at a library in the US. The purpose of the grant is to undertake research related to children's...

GrantWatch ID#: 228272
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Grants to USA Independent Researchers for Military History Research Projects

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to USA individuals for research projects on military history. Funding is intended for research on topics that have not been previously investigated in depth. The research will be conducted at a military heritage center. Veterans, minorities, women, and indi...

GrantWatch ID#: 181948
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Grants to California Nonprofits for Capital Projects to Benefit Local Residents in Eligible Re...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations for capital projects to benefit local residents in eligible locations. Applicants are required to register with the funding source prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for equipment purchases, land or...

GrantWatch ID#: 195502
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Grants to USA State and Local Agencies for Projects that Facilitate Access to Public Transport...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to USA and territories state and local government agencies for projects that increase the accessibility of public transportation systems. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support p...

GrantWatch ID#: 205044
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Grants to USA Small Communities to Enhance Local Airport Services

Deadline: 05/04/26

Grants to USA small communities to improve air service provided by local airports. Interested applicants are advised that required registrations may take up to several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to assist airlines in providing services to underserved a...

GrantWatch ID#: 145334
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Grants to California Authorities, School Districts, and Developers for Environmental Preservat...

Deadline: 05/04/26

Grants to California housing and transportation authorities, school districts, developers, and tribes for environmental initiatives throughout the state. Funding is intended for activities that reduce greenhouse gas emissions by employing preservation practices in...

GrantWatch ID#: 213251

Grants to California Enforcement Agencies for Solid Waste Permitting and Inspections

Deadline: 05/07/26

Grants to California local and regional enforcement agencies to supplement budgets for their solid waste facilities permitting and inspection programs. Costs may include analysis and evaluation, training, equipment, compliance and enforcement, education, personnel...

GrantWatch ID#: 171643

Contract to a USA, Canada, or International Entity for Driver Licensing Delay Research

Deadline: 05/07/26

Contract for services to a USA, Canada, or International nonprofit, for-profit, government agency, or qualifying IHE to conduct research related to driver licensing delays. The selected contractor will determine relevant age-related factors, identify related liter...

GrantWatch ID#: 228548

Contract to a USA, Canada, or International Organization for Aggressive Driving Research

Deadline: 05/07/26

Contract for services to a USA, Canada, or International nonprofit, for-profit, government agency, or qualifying IHE to conduct research related to aggressive driving. The selected contractor will explore awareness and attitudes toward various laws related to aggr...

GrantWatch ID#: 228549

Contract to a USA, Canada, or International Entity for Drunk Driving Technology Research

Deadline: 05/07/26

Contract for services to a USA, Canada, or International nonprofit, for-profit, government agency, or qualifying IHE to conduct research related to alcohol-impaired driving prevention technologies. The selected contractor will review related literature; compile ex...

GrantWatch ID#: 228550

Contract for a California Nonprofit or Agency to Run a Zero-Emission Vehicle Program

Deadline: 05/12/26

Contract for services for a California nonprofit organization, agency, or local air district to administer a zero-emission program for buses and trucks. The selected administrator will be required to undertake the following tasks: program planning, development, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 204296

Grant and In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International Scientists to Support Conservation...

Deadline: 05/15/26

In-kind grants of products valued at up to $4,000 and one grant of up to $1,000 to USA, Canada, and International scientists affiliated with nonprofit and educational organizations to support animal habitat conservation research. Recipients will be provided with p...

GrantWatch ID#: 188428

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Women Artists to Participate in an Arts-Based R...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individual women artists to participate in an arts-based residency program. Residents will receive a weekly stipend, funding for materials and travel, studio access, free onsite housing, production assistance, and tec...

GrantWatch ID#: 190591
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Grants to Hawaii and California Organizations, Schools, and Medical Facilities in Eligible Reg...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Hawaii and California nonprofit organizations, schools, and medical facilities in eligible regions for capital projects that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support building construction and renovation, equipment and furnishings, buildi...

GrantWatch ID#: 197654

Grants to USA, Canada, and International PhD Students and Postdoctoral Fellows for Neuroscienc...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International PhD students and early-career postdoctoral fellows for professional development activities within the field of neuroscience. Funding is intended to offset the costs of attendance, course fees, accommodation, and travel to n...

GrantWatch ID#: 220844

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes to Improve Recreational Trails

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to USA and Puerto Rico nonprofit organizations, government agencies, school districts, and tribes to improve trails for recreational use. Funding is available for trails that offer nonmotorized and motorized use, including horseback riding, hiking, snowmobi...

GrantWatch ID#: 228705

Grants to USA Professional Dancers for Support in Facing Financial Challenges Caused by Unexpe...

Deadline: 05/19/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to USA and territories professional dancers for support in facing financial challenges caused by unexpected circumstances. Eligible uses of funding include expenses related to food, housing, medical, transportation, and other essential needs...

GrantWatch ID#: 199210

Grants and Loans to California Agencies and Entities to Upgrade Boating Facilities and Marinas

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants and loans to California government agencies and private entities for projects that improve boating facilities and marinas. Funding is intended to support repairs and enhancements of boat launching ramps and boarding floats, as well as associated parking are...

GrantWatch ID#: 197533

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits and Agencies for Child Car Safety Education Programs

Deadline: 05/25/26 Conference Date: 05/08/26

Grants of $20,000 and in-kind support to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, agencies, and tribes for educational programs related to child car safety. The purpose of this program is to decrease the rate of car-related deaths and injuries. In addition to fundi...

GrantWatch ID#: 200826

In-Kind Grants of Child Car Seats to USA and Canada Nonprofits and Agencies

Deadline: 05/25/26 Conference Date: 05/08/26

In-kind grants of child car seats and educational resources to USA and Canada nonprofits, government and public service entities, schools, and tribes to improve child passenger safety. Grantees will receive and distribute child safety seats and provide education a...

GrantWatch ID#: 202688

Cooperative Agreement to a USA Nonprofit or IHE for Sports-Based Exchange Programs

Deadline: 05/26/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA nonprofit organization or IHE for sports-based exchange programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to enhance cross-cultural understanding through sports and t...

GrantWatch ID#: 188396

Grants to USA Agencies, Tribes, and Organizations for Activities that Improve Road Safety

Deadline: 05/26/26

Grants to USA and territories local government agencies, tribal governments, and metropolitan planning organizations for activities to improve road safety and prevent injuries and death on streets and roads. Applicants are advised that required registrations may t...

GrantWatch ID#: 204646

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Performing Arts Professionals for Professional D...

Deadline: 05/29/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International performing arts professionals for professional development. The program is intended for individuals involved in the management of performing arts professionals, with particular attention paid to applicants from develop...

GrantWatch ID#: 209695

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Promoting Aviation or Humanitarian Aid

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for projects and programs that promote aviation or provide aviation-related humanitarian assistance. Funding is intended to educate youth about the aviation industry and careers in commercial aviatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 212864

Grants to California Businesses and Agencies to Promote the Use of Alternative Fuels

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to California businesses and government agencies to promote the use of alternative fuels in eligible locations. Funding is intended for infrastructure projects that help to lower emissions. Eligible project types are non-residential electric charging statio...

GrantWatch ID#: 213898

Grants to California Businesses and Agencies to Upgrade Vehicle Fleets

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to California businesses and government agencies to replace and upgrade on-road and off-road vehicles. Funding is intended to replace diesel vehicles and fleets with cleaner models. For off-road projects only small fleets, as defined by ARB's Off-Road Regul...

GrantWatch ID#: 213900

Grants to California School Districts and Private Transportation Providers to Reduce Bus Fleet...

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to California school districts and private transportation providers in eligible locations to reduce emissions from bus fleets. Funding is intended for projects that help school districts modernize their school bus fleets by upgrading to cleaner technologies...

GrantWatch ID#: 213902

Grants to California Organizations, Schools, Property Owners, and Agencies for Projects to Imp...

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to California organizations, schools, property owners, and agencies in eligible regions to improve air quality. Funding is intended for low-cost projects that will result in reduced truck and car vehicle emissions, or result in a reduction i...

GrantWatch ID#: 148635

Grants to USA Port Authorities, Agencies, Tribes, Public Agencies, and Special Purpose Distric...

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to USA and territories port authorities, government agencies, tribes, public agencies, and special purpose districts to improve transportation through ports. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The purpose ...

GrantWatch ID#: 207922

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations for Services that Support Holocaust Sur...

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations to provide services for elderly Holocaust survivors. Funding is intended for a range of services including socialization programs, emergency assistance, health and medical-related services, transportation, foo...

GrantWatch ID#: 209373

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Research Gatherings on Skin Diseases

Deadline: 06/04/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals and organization representatives to arrange gatherings to discuss skin diseases. Funding is intended to offset the cost of travel arrangements for speakers, rentals, catering, and transportation for research-bas...

GrantWatch ID#: 213211

Grants to California Nonprofits to Improve the Lives of Residents in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 06/05/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations to improve the lives of residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for organizations working to improve residents' economic and social well-being. In addition to grant funds, recipients will have the opportuni...

GrantWatch ID#: 197605

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Students at IHEs for Software Conference Participation

Deadline: 06/08/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International undergraduate and graduate students in the field of software design for participation in workshops and conferences. In addition to free registration, recipients may receive funding for travel expenses and accommodations. Re...

GrantWatch ID#: 192240

Grants to USA Local, State, and Tribal Governments for Projects to Increase Transportation Saf...

Deadline: 06/08/26

Grants to USA and territories local, state, and Tribal governments for projects to increase transportation safety. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. Funding is intended for planning and infrastructure projects f...

GrantWatch ID#: 204452

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Computer Scientists for Software Conference Participa...

Deadline: 06/08/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and international early-career computer scientists in the field of software design for participation in workshops and conferences. In addition to free registration, recipients will receive funding for travel expenses and accommodations. Requ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228718

Opportunity for California Aerospace Tech Startups to Participate in a Business Accelerator Pr...

Deadline: 06/10/26

Opportunity for California tech startups to participate in a business accelerator program in eligible locations. The purpose of the program is to support early-stage businesses in the aerospace industry. Participating companies will have access to the industry's w...

GrantWatch ID#: 220481

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual to Attend a Literary Conference

Deadline: 06/15/26

Award to a USA, Canada, or International individual to attend a literary conference. The award is intended for a folklorist who works in public programming to attend an annual meeting. Funding is intended to offset the costs of meeting registration, lodging, trans...

GrantWatch ID#: 222522

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual to Participate in a Literary Conference

Deadline: 06/15/26

Award to a USA, Canada, or International individual to participate in a literary conference. Funding is intended for a folklorist whose work revolves around women's issues. The award will offset costs related to conference registration, transportation, lodging, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 222577

Grants to California Private Entities and Tribal Organizations for Electric Vehicle Infrastruc...

Deadline: 06/18/26

Grants to California private entities and Tribal organizations for electric vehicle infrastructure projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for the development, installation, and operation of EV charging stations that will be capable of supporting heavy- ...

GrantWatch ID#: 227147

Grants to California Private and Public Entities and Tribes for Hydrogen Fueling Infrastructure

Deadline: 06/19/26

Grants to California private and public entities and Tribes for hydrogen fueling infrastructure. Funding is intended to provide infrastructure for light-duty vehicles, install refueling stations, and reopen temporarily closed stations. At least half the refueling ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228434

Grants and Cooperative Agreements to USA Entities to Improve Rail Transportation Systems

Deadline: 06/22/26 Conference Date: 05/04/26

Grants and cooperative agreements to USA states, public agencies, for-profits, tribes, IHEs, and nonprofit organizations for projects that improve passenger and freight rail transportation systems. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take severa...

GrantWatch ID#: 198480

Grants to USA State and Local Governments for Community Infrastructure Projects

Deadline: 06/25/26 Conference Date: 05/05/26

Grants to USA and territories state and local governments for community infrastructure projects that benefit the military. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support projects related to sch...

GrantWatch ID#: 196514

Award to a USA or Canada Residency Program in Recognition of Innovative Education in Psychiatry

Deadline: 06/30/26

Award to a USA or Canada psychiatric education program in recognition of innovative methods to train medical students, residents, mental health professionals, physicians, and community members. Recipients will receive a certificate and a grant. A representative fr...

GrantWatch ID#: 153304

Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, Individuals and Businesses for Pumpout and ...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, local government agencies, individuals, tribal governments, and private businesses that operate boating facilities to support the installation and operation of pumpout and dump stations. Funding is intended for the pur...

GrantWatch ID#: 175841

Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, Individuals, and Private Businesses to Ensu...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, government agencies, individuals, tribal governments, and private businesses for capital projects to ensure proper sewage disposal. Funding is intended for applicants operating marinas and boating facilities. Eligible...

GrantWatch ID#: 176098

Grants to USA Nonprofits to Expand Safe Usage of Off-Highway Vehicles and Protect Access to Pu...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to expand the proper access and use of public lands. Funding is intended to support activities that ensure the safe use of off-highway vehicles, educate the public on conservation practices and appropriate use of recreational ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177556

Grants and Cooperative Agreements to USA nonprofit Research Institutions and Ihes for Research...

Deadline: 07/03/26 LOI Date: 06/03/26

Grants and cooperative agreements to USA nonprofit research institutions, colleges, and universities for research projects related to civil aviation. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 219323

Grants to California Nonprofits and Schools for Capital Projects that Benefit Vulnerable Popul...

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to California nonprofit organizations and schools for capital projects that benefit vulnerable populations in eligible regions. Priority projects and services are related to technology, building enhancements, equipment, and transportation. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 158086