UPDATE: Rural & Tribal Assistance Pilot Program
The Build America Bureau announced it has received over 700 applications for Rural & Tribal Assistance Funding, significantly exceeding the Notice of Funding Opportunity’s total available funds. Applications are currently under review on a rolling first-come, first-served basis until funds are expended.
The FY 2024-25 Rural & Tribal Assistance Pilot Program provides up to $54.2M in no-match grants o help more communities advance infrastructure projects that enhance the safety, efficiency, and quality of the country’s transportation system.
This grant's application portal will close October 8th, 2025, at 11:59pm ET, however the $54.2M allotted may be exhausted before that deadline.
Eligible Applicants:
- Local or State Governments
- Federally Recognized Indian Tribes
- Department of Hawaiian Home Lands
Eligible Funding Activities:
- Feasibility Studies
- Project Planning
- Revenue Forecasting, Funding & Financing Options Analyses
- Preliminary Engineering & Design Work
- Environmental Review
- Economic Assessments & Cost-Benefit Analyses
- Public Benefits Studies
The application portal will close on October 8, 2025, at 11:59pm ET.
Questions? Contact the Build America Bureau or watch this recent webinar (password: 2N3w3^Yt)
Build America Bureau
The Build America Bureau supports transportation development projects and serves as the single point of contact for states and municipalities seeking federal transportation expertise.
The Bureau streamlines credit opportunities and access to grant programs while also providing technical assistance and encouraging innovative best practices in project planning, financing, delivery, and monitoring.
