Explore this week’s featured grants and upcoming deadlines for municipalities and public agencies.
Connecticut Opportunities
Local Bridge Program (CTDOT) – April–May 2026 Application Window
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) Local Bridge Program provides state funding to municipalities for the replacement, rehabilitation, and reconstruction of local bridges.
This program supports critical infrastructure improvements, including safety upgrades and resiliency enhancements. Municipalities are encouraged to prepare projects in advance of the annual application cycle.
The application window is open April 1 through May 31, 2026.
Learn more: https://portal.ct.gov/dot/programs/local-bridge?language=en_US
Now Accepting Applications: Clean Water Fund – Financial Assistance for Municipal Wastewater Projects (Connecticut)
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) provides financial assistance to municipalities through the Clean Water Fund (CWF) to support wastewater infrastructure projects that improve water quality and protect public health.
Funding is available as a combination of grants and low-interest loans for projects such as wastewater treatment plant upgrades, sewer system improvements, combined sewer overflow mitigation, and nutrient reduction efforts impacting Long Island Sound.
Eligible applicants include municipalities undertaking wastewater and water pollution control projects. Funding is awarded based on a priority ranking system and project inclusion on the state’s Clean Water Fund Priority List.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with project planning and submissions coordinated through DEEP. Municipalities should allow at least 90 days for review of submitted materials.
Learn more and apply: https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/Municipal-Wastewater/Financial-Assistance-for-Municipal-Wastewater-Projects
Federal Opportunities
Warning Direct from Grants.gov
“There has been a lapse in appropriated federal funds as of October 1, 2025. Grants.gov will still be available, but service may be delayed with reduced Federal support staff presence. For those programs affected by the funding lapse, the Grants.gov system will accept and store applications until such time as the responsible awarding agency has the authority and funding to return to normal business operations.”
Fund Safer Roads Now: SS4A Grants Deliver Millions for Local Safety Projects
The Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant Program continues to be a major federal funding opportunity for municipalities focused on improving roadway safety. Backed by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, the program supports efforts to reduce fatalities and serious injuries through planning and targeted infrastructure projects.
For FY2026, nearly $1 billion is available, including funding for both Planning & Demonstration Grants and Implementation Grants. Awards typically range from $100K–$5M for planning and $2.5M+ for implementation.
Eligible applicants include cities, towns, counties, MPOs, Tribal governments, and regional partnerships. Implementation applicants must have an adopted Comprehensive Safety Action Plan in place.
Deadline: May 26, 2026 (5:00 PM EDT)
Match Requirement: 20% local share
For DPW leaders and traffic engineers facing safety challenges or constrained capital budgets, SS4A offers a clear path to fund data-driven, life-saving improvements.
For more information: https://www.transportation.gov/grants/SS4A
Florida Opportunities
Florida Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) – Deadline May 5, 2026
The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, established by the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, provides federal funding for housing and community development initiatives. Administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the program includes two components: the Entitlement Program, which funds urban communities directly, and the State Program, which distributes funds to smaller, non-entitlement communities through state agencies.
In Florida, FloridaCommerce administers the State Program through the Small Cities CDBG Program, a competitive grant that awards $18–26 million annually to local governments in rural and small urban areas. CDBG funding supports projects that communities might not otherwise afford and can also help cover administrative capacity.
Eligible projects include water and sewer upgrades, housing rehabilitation, street and sidewalk improvements, economic development initiatives, downtown revitalization, parks and community centers, and stormwater infrastructure improvements.
Applications must be submitted by May 5, 2026.
Learn more and apply: https://floridajobs.org/community-planning-and-development/assistance-for-governments-and-organizations/florida-small-cities-community-development-block-grant-program
Maine Opportunities
Community Action Grants – Round 7 Now Open
The Community Action Grants support municipalities in advancing local climate initiatives. Funding is available for two main areas: (1) projects aligned with the Community Resilience Partnership’s List of Community Actions—covering approved climate mitigation and adaptation strategies tied to Maine Won’t Wait—and (2) other locally proposed efforts that build capacity, support planning, or implement climate and energy priorities.
The program is designed to be flexible, allowing municipalities to select actions that fit their needs while also encouraging a baseline level of climate progress across communities. It’s especially useful for towns at any stage—from early planning to project implementation.
Eligibility: Participation in the Community Resilience Partnership is a requirement to apply for the Community Action Grant. Enrollment and grant applications will be accepted simultaneously. Communities must reenroll every 2 years to remain eligible for grants and technical assistance.
Application Deadline: June 5, 2026, 5 P.M. EST
https://www.maine.gov/future/climate/community-resilience-partnership/grants
Future Funding Opportunity to Watch – Maine CDBG Economic Development Program (EDP)
The Maine Office of Community Development will begin accepting Letters of Intent for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Economic Development Program (EDP) starting July 3, 2026 (the first Friday of the month).
This program provides gap funding to municipalities applying on behalf of an identified local business to support the creation or retention of jobs for low- and moderate-income residents. Awards of up to $100,000 may be used for eligible activities such as working capital and capital equipment purchases.
The EDP uses a two-stage application process, beginning with a required Letter of Intent. Following reviews for eligibility and completeness, selected communities may be invited to submit a full application.
Communities considering economic development projects are encouraged to begin planning early to identify eligible businesses, confirm project readiness, and prepare to meet program requirements when the application window opens.
Funding available for Waterfront Communities that are dedicated to investing in infrastructure, access, and long-term waterfront vitality through the Maine Harbor Management and Access Grant.
Award Amounts are up to 75% of total project costs, with a maximum award of $20,000, reimbursement-based with a minimum 25% local match required (not included in the $20,000 cap)
Eligible applicants include: Maine municipalities, unorganized territories, and Counties adjacent to waters governed by the Submerged Lands Program (SLP).
Application Deadline: May 15, 2026 by 5PM in electronic or hard copy to the ME Bureau of Parks and Lands. For complete information: https://www.maine.gov/dacf/parks/grants/docs/HarborManagement-AccessGrant-Application.pdf
Massachusetts Opportunities
Now Accepting Applications: FY2027 Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) Grant – Deadline December 30, 2026
The Massachusetts State 911 Department is now accepting applications for the FY2027 Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) Grant Program. This program provides funding to eligible Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) to support compliance with Emergency Medical Dispatch certification requirements (560 CMR 5.0).
Eligible applicants include primary, regional, and secondary PSAPs, as well as Regional Emergency Communication Centers (RECCs). Funding is provided based on demonstrated need to meet certification standards. The grant period runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, and costs incurred prior to contract execution are not eligible for reimbursement.
Applications are due December 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM.
Learn more and apply: https://www.mass.gov/doc/fy2027-emergency-medical-dispatch-grant-application/download
Unlock Safer Roads Through Smarter Data: Apply for the Massachusetts Traffic Safety Information System Improvements Grant
The Massachusetts Traffic Safety Information System Improvements Grant Program offers a powerful opportunity for organizations to strengthen the data behind critical roadway decisions. With funding ranging from $50,000 to $500,000, this program supports projects that improve how traffic safety information is collected, integrated, and used across the Commonwealth.
Funded by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), this program is designed to help organizations like yours modernize, integrate, and strengthen the core databases that power highway safety decisions across the Commonwealth.
Who Can Apply?
Eligibility is limited—but if you qualify, you’re exactly who this program is looking for:
- State and local government agencies in Massachusetts
- State higher education institutions
- 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations based in Massachusetts
If you’re working at the intersection of data and public safety, you should be seriously considering this.
Key Dates to Know:
- Full Application (AGF) Due: May 13, 2026 at 4 PM
MassDEP Reduce, Reuse, Repair Micro-Grants
Applications opened on April 15, 2026, for the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection’s FY26 Reduce, Reuse, Repair Micro-Grant program. Submissions will be accepted through May 15, 2026.
Eligible applicants can receive between $3,000 and https://www.mass.gov/doc/2026-reduce-reuse-repair-micro-grant-guidelines/download to support short-term waste reduction projects across Massachusetts. Funded initiatives focus on extending the life of products through donation, sharing, reuse, repair, and rescue.
Since 2019, MassDEP has awarded over $500,000 through this program. Past projects have included electronics refurbishment, mattress recycling programs, and improvements to bulk collection infrastructure—helping communities reduce waste across the Commonwealth.
Learn More: https://www.mass.gov/doc/2026-reduce-reuse-repair-micro-grant-guidelines/download
New Hampshire Opportunities
Transform your Community with the NH Land & Community Heritage Investment Matching Grant Program (LCHIP)
Matching funds between $10,000 to $500,000 to communities and non-profit organizations, supporting their efforts to acquire land or historic resources and rehabilitate historic structures.
Ensure your full proposals are submitted by June 17, 2026.
For more information: https://lchip.org/
Secure Your Community’s Water Future—Up to $500,000 Available Through the Source Water Protection Grant
New Hampshire municipalities have a timely opportunity to protect critical drinking water sources with state grant funding. This program supports the permanent conservation of high-priority water supply lands, helping communities safeguard water quality, reduce long-term treatment costs, and plan for future demand.
Why apply:
- Up to $500,000 per project (higher with approval)
- Protect current or future drinking water sources
- Strengthen resilience while leveraging state funding
Eligible applicants:
Municipalities, state agencies, public water systems, land trusts, and conservation-focused nonprofits. Partnerships are encouraged.
Key requirements:
- Projects must permanently protect priority water supply lands
- Land must remain undeveloped (or be restored to that condition)
- Future use is limited to drinking water protection, agriculture, forestry, outdoor recreation, or wildlife habitat
- 50% matching funds required
Deadline:
Pre-applications must be submitted by May 28th to be considered for funding. Each pre-application will be reviewed for completeness, and if found eligible will be invited to submit a full funding application. Funding applications are due August 27, 2026.
Communities with priority water resource areas or future supply needs should move quickly—this funding can make long-term protection financially achievable.
https://www.dwgtf.des.nh.gov/funding-programs/source-water-protection-grant-program
New Mexico Opportunities
Turn Waste into Opportunity: New Mexico’s RAID Grant Is Back
Communities across New Mexico are being handed a practical, powerful tool to clean up their neighborhoods—and it’s called the RAID Grant Program.
Short for Recycling and Illegal Dumping, RAID is more than just funding. It’s a chance for municipalities to tackle some of their most persistent challenges: illegal dumping, limited recycling access, and aging waste infrastructure. And the best part? The solutions are flexible and locally driven.
Got a vision for cleaner streets or better recycling? RAID can help make it happen. Cities and towns can fund projects like solar-powered compactors, community education campaigns, or the cleanup of long-neglected dump sites. It’s about meeting your community where it is—and moving it forward.
Each year, roughly $800,000 to $1 million is available to support efforts that protect public health, preserve the environment, and strengthen local waste systems. Eligible applicants include municipalities, tribal governments, solid waste authorities, and nonprofits—meaning collaboration is not just encouraged, it’s expected.
This is a reimbursement-based program through the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED), so planning ahead matters. But for communities ready to act, RAID offers a real pathway to long-term impact.
Deadline to apply: 5:00 p.m., Friday, May 1, 2026.
If your community is serious about reducing waste, boosting recycling, and creating a cleaner future, this is your moment.
Learn more and get started here:
https://www.env.nm.gov/solid-waste/grant-programs/
Funding Opportunity – New Mexico Overflow Sewer Grant (OSG) Program
The New Mexico Construction Programs Bureau administers the Overflow Sewer Grant (OSG) Program, which provides 100% grant funding to support eligible wastewater and sewer infrastructure projects under the framework of Clean Water Act Section 603(c), similar to the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF). Eligible applicants include municipalities and municipal entities, and funding is limited.
OSG allocations are typically released once per federal fiscal year. To be considered for OSG funding, applicants must complete the FY2026 Clean Water State Revolving Fund application and indicate Overflow Sewer Grant (OSG) as the intended funding source. The State maintains a list of eligible applicants for OSG funding based on submitted CWSRF applications.
Municipalities with sewer and wastewater system improvement needs are encouraged to prepare applications and project materials early in anticipation of the next funding cycle.
Learn more and apply:
https://www.env.nm.gov/construction-programs/fy2026-clean-water-state-revolving-fund-application/
Rhode Island Opportunities
Unlocking $5M for Eligible Rhode Island Communities – Housing, Jobs, and Neighborhood Revitalization
Rhode Island municipal leaders have a timely opportunity to secure federal funding to advance critical housing, economic development, and neighborhood revitalization priorities. Housing Rehabilitation applications for PY24 are open as of 5/8/25 distributing approximately $4–$5 million annually— local governments can fund high-impact, community-driven projects that directly benefit low- and moderate-income residents.
The deadline for this opportunity is September 30, 2026, with awards announced as early as late summer. Funding is tied to clearly defined activities, and municipalities that act early, align internally, and submit competitive applications are best positioned to capture these limited resources.
A priority is given to housing production/rehabilitation, economic development, and neighborhood revitalization in low- and moderate-income areas. All projects must meet HUD national objectives, primarily benefiting LMI residents.
Municipalities are the required applicants and fiscal agents, but may partner with housing authorities, nonprofits, and developers to implement projects. Coordination across mayoral offices, economic development, and housing functions is critical to align applications with local priorities and maximize competitiveness.
https://housing.ri.gov/programs/community-development-block-grants
Turn Potential into Progress: Rhode Island’s Site Readiness Program
Every community has that site—the underused parcel, the stalled development, the property with real potential but no clear path forward. Rhode Island’s Site Readiness Program is designed to change that.
Built for municipalities ready to unlock economic growth, this program provides funding to tackle the upfront work that often holds projects back; site preparation, infrastructure improvements, demolition, engineering, and even zoning updates. In short, it helps turn “someday” projects into shovel-ready opportunities.
The program is flexible, practical, and aligned with what municipalities actually need to move projects forward. Whether you’re revitalizing a downtown parcel or preparing land for new housing, this funding helps bridge the gap between vision and execution.
Deadline: May 29, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Learn more: https://commerceri.com/site-readiness/
Progress doesn’t start with construction—it starts with preparation. This program helps you get there.
Vermont Opportunities
Turn your road budget into long-term savings—secure state funding to fix erosion, improve drainage, and protect your infrastructure
The Vermont Agency of Transportation is offering the annual Municipal Roads Grants-in-Aid Program providing Vermont municipalities a reliable source of funding. Awards typically rang from $10,000 to $20,000+ per year to improve roads while meeting state water quality standards with a 20% match requirement.
This program supports projects like erosion control, drainage improvements, and road stabilization, helping towns reduce long-term maintenance costs and stay compliant with environmental regulations. With a manageable local match and strong technical support, it’s a practical opportunity to advance priority infrastructure work.
Letters of Intent are due May 1, 2026, so municipalities are encouraged to apply and take advantage of this annual funding opportunity.
This is one of the most reliable, recurring municipal grants in VT—good for DPW/roads budgets.
Visit: https://vtrans.vermont.gov/highway/Municipal-Grant-in-aid-Program
Now Available – Vermont Brownfields Revitalization Fund (State Program)
The Vermont Agency of Commerce and Community Development is accepting applications for the Brownfields Revitalization Fund (BRF) – State Program, which provides funding to support the cleanup and productive reuse of contaminated or underutilized properties. This state-funded program advances economic development, housing, and community revitalization by supporting the implementation of approved Corrective Action Plans (CAPs).
Priority is given to projects that demonstrate readiness, clear community benefit, and the potential for regional or statewide impact. Eligible applicants include municipalities, nonprofits, and for-profit entities with sites in Vermont. Applicants must generally be able to provide a 10% match, enroll on the site in the BRELLA program, and have a CAP approved or pending approval.
This opportunity is currently open with no published deadline, and applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Learn more and apply:
https://accd.vermont.gov/economic-development/programs/brownfields/state
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