transportation · USDA-RBCS
Rural Business Development Grant Program - Rural Transportation Systems
Rural Business-Cooperative Service · RDBCP-RBDG-RT-2026
Award Range
$0 – $650K
Total Program Funding
$995.5K
Expected Awards
5
Deadline
June 30, 2026
GRANTQUICK SUMMARYPlain-English Overview
Rural Business Development Grant Program - Rural Transportation Systems. Rural Business-Cooperative Service . 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. up to $650,000 per award; $995,500 total program funding; ~5 awards expected.
Who Should Apply
County governments, State governments, Special district governments, City/township governments, Federally Recognized Native American Tribal Governments (+1 more)
Who Should NOT Apply
Organizations not matching the eligible applicant types listed above
Key Requirements (Plain English)
- •Applicants must be qualified national organizations with experience in providing technical assistance and training to rural communities nationwide ...
- •Deadline: 2026-06-30
💡 GrantQuick Tip
Clearly demonstrate alignment with funding priorities and provide measurable outcomes.
Competitiveness: Very high — extremely limited awards available
What This Grant Funds
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.
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Who Can Apply
Eligible Applicant Types
Funding Details
- Maximum Award
- $650K
- Total Program Funding
- $995.5K
- Expected Number of Awards
- 5
- Cost Sharing Required?
- No
- Funding Instrument
- grant
Key Dates
Agency Contact
Rachel Reister Loan & Grant Analyst
Rachel.Reister@usda.govReady to apply?
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