# FY26 Short Line Safety Institute Program

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/fr-rrd-26-002-fy26-short-line-safety-institute-program/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/363237

> DOT - Federal Railroad Administration offered grants of up to $2.4 million to the applicants described in the notice. It expected to make one award worth $2.4 million in total. Applications closed on July 25, 2026.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | FR-RRD-26-002 |
| Agency | DOT - Federal Railroad Administration |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | July 25, 2026 |
| Award ceiling | $2.4 million |
| Award floor | not stated |
| Expected awards | 1 |
| Total funding | $2.4 million |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 20.332 |

## Who can apply

- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

The Short Line Safety Institute is the only entity eligible to apply.

## What the grant funds

This program supports the Short Line Safety Institute in its efforts to improve safety and safety culture in the short line and regional railroad industry. This grant will support the mission, vision, and strategic goals of SLSI to implement its Four Pillars of activities: safety culture assessments, education and training, communications, and research.

## Questions people ask

### Is FR-RRD-26-002 still open?

No. It closed on July 25, 2026.

### Who can apply for FY26 Short Line Safety Institute Program?

DOT - Federal Railroad Administration accepted applications from the applicants described in the notice. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for FY26 Short Line Safety Institute Program?

Closed July 25, 2026. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.

### How much funding is available?

Awards of up to $2.4 million each. About $2.4 million in total for one award.