New Transportation, Infrastructure, and

Community Development Funding Opportunities

    Municipalities across New England and Florida have several significant funding opportunities available this summer, with application deadlines approaching for transportation improvements, community facilities, climate resilience initiatives, public infrastructure, and library modernization projects. As communities continue to balance growing capital needs with limited local resources, grant funding remains a critical tool for advancing priority projects and long-term strategic goals.

     This week’s Grant Watch Wednesday highlights newly opened programs, upcoming application deadlines, and funding opportunities that support transportation, community development, public facilities, environmental resilience, and infrastructure investment. Communities that begin preparing applications early and focus on project readiness are often best positioned to secure competitive funding.

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.” 

Defense Community Infrastructure Program (DCIP)

The Defense Community Infrastructure Program provides funding to communities supporting military installations and defense missions.

Eligible projects include:

• Transportation improvements
• Water and wastewater infrastructure
• Public safety facilities
• Healthcare facilities
• Telecommunications systems
• Utility infrastructure

Eligible Applicants:

• Municipalities
• State governments
• Utility providers

Application Deadline:
June 25, 2026 at 5:00 PM

Communities located near military installations should evaluate potential infrastructure needs and partnership opportunities now.

https://oldcc.gov/our-programs/defense-community-infrastructure-program 

State & Local Funding Opportunities

Massachusetts DOT FY2027 Fully Integrated Application (FIA) Now Open

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) Highway Division Community Grant Group has officially opened the Fiscal Year 2027 Round 1 Fully Integrated Application (FIA) cycle through Grant Central.

Applications will be accepted from:

June 8, 2026 – August 7, 2026

The FIA process streamlines multiple transportation and infrastructure funding opportunities into a single application, allowing municipalities to apply for one or more programs simultaneously.

Eligible programs include:

• Complete Streets Funding Program
• Shared Streets and Spaces Program
• Municipal Small Bridge Program
• Community Culvert Program
• Local Bottleneck Reduction Program

Municipalities are encouraged to begin gathering project information, cost estimates, and supporting documentation early. Communities that previously applied during FY26 but were not funded must submit a new application to be reconsidered during this funding cycle.

Projects that improve transportation safety, climate resiliency, mobility, and infrastructure condition are expected to remain highly competitive.

Application Deadline: August 7, 2026

Learn more through Grant Central.

Rhode Island Community Library Municipal Grant Program (CMLG)

The Rhode Island Department of Administration’s Pandemic Recovery Office is currently accepting applications through the Community Library Municipal Grant Program.

This competitive funding opportunity supports improvements and investments in municipal library facilities and services that strengthen community access, learning, and public engagement.

Application Period:
May 5, 2026 – June 29, 2026

Eligible projects may include:

• Facility improvements
• Accessibility upgrades
• Technology enhancements
• Public space modernization
• Community service improvements

Application Deadline: June 29, 2026

Municipalities interested in strengthening community assets and public facilities should consider this opportunity.

https://pandemicrecovery.ri.gov/CPF 

Connecticut Volkswagen Diesel Emissions Mitigation Program – Round 4

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) has announced up to $15 million available through Round 4 of the Volkswagen Diesel Emissions Mitigation Program.

Funding may support:

• Electric school buses
• Transit vehicle replacement
• Heavy-duty truck replacement
• Fleet electrification
• Charging infrastructure
• Marine vessel repowering

Funding Available: Up to $15 Million

Application Deadline: June 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM

Matching funds are required.

Communities pursuing fleet modernization and emission reduction initiatives should review program requirements carefully.

https://portal.ct.gov/deep/air/mobile-sources/vw/vw-settlement—grants 

Coastal Resilience Grant Program

The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services Coastal Program is accepting applications for projects that improve community resilience to coastal flooding and climate impacts.

Eligible activities include:

• Resilience planning
• Engineering and design
• Vulnerability assessments
• Capacity-building initiatives

Grant Awards:
$15,000 – $40,000

Application Deadline: June 5, 2026 at 4:00 PM

Projects must be located within New Hampshire’s designated coastal communities.

https://www.des.nh.gov/business-and-community/loans-and-grants/coastal-resilience-grants 

Maine Community Action Grants – Round 7

The Maine Community Resilience Partnership is accepting applications for Community Action Grants that support local climate, energy, and resilience initiatives.

Funding may support:

• Climate adaptation projects
• Municipal energy initiatives
• Community resilience planning
• Capacity-building efforts

Application Deadline:
June 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM

Municipalities may enroll in the Community Resilience Partnership and apply simultaneously.

https://www.maine.gov/future/climate/community-resilience-partnership/grants 

Florida Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)

This is probably the strongest alternative.

Why it matters:

• Funds housing rehabilitation
• Downtown revitalization
• Infrastructure improvements
• Economic development
• Neighborhood revitalization

Eligible Applicants:
Cities under 50,000 population and counties under 200,000 population. Approximately 249 Florida communities are eligible.

Funding Categories:

• Housing Rehabilitation
• Neighborhood Revitalization
• Commercial Revitalization
• Economic Development (accepted year-round)

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