Rural Business Development Grant Program - Rural Transportation Systems
Agency: Rural Business-Cooperative Service
Assistance Listings: 10.351 -- Rural Business Development Grant
Last Updated: May 26, 2026
Description
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.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Government
- County governments
- State governments
- Special district governments
- City or township governments
- Federally recognized Native American tribal governments
Nonprofit
- Nonprofits non-higher education with 501(c)(3)
Additional information
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.
Grantor contact information
Description
Rachel Reister
Loan & Grant Analyst
Program Lead
Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| RBDG_Transportation_NOFO_FY26_Final_5.19.26.pdf | RBDG Transportation NOFO FY 26 | May 26, 2026 06:07 PM UTC |
| RBDG-RTS_Announcement_FR_VC.docx | RBDG RT Announcement FR | May 26, 2026 06:08 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
Closing: June 30, 2026
Award
$995,500
Program Funding
5
Expected awards
$--
Award Minimum
$650,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
RDBCP-RBDG-RT-2026
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
No
Funding instrument type:
Grant
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
--
Category of Funding Activity:
Transportation
Category Explanation:
--
History
Version:
1
Posted date:
May 26, 2026
Archive date:
July 30, 2026
