# FY 2026 Competitive Funding Opportunity: Ferry Service for Rural Communities Program

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/fta-2026-006-tpm-ferryrural-fy-2026-competitive-funding-opportunity-ferry-service-for/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361747

> DOT - Federal Transit Administration offered grants to state and local governments. It expected to make about 5 awards worth $454 million in total. Applications closed on May 11, 2026.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | FTA-2026-006-TPM-FERRYRURAL |
| Agency | DOT - Federal Transit Administration |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | May 11, 2026 |
| Award ceiling | not stated |
| Award floor | not stated |
| Expected awards | 5 |
| Total funding | $454 million |
| Cost sharing | required |
| Assistance Listings | 20.539 |

## Who can apply

- State governments

## What the grant funds

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announces the opportunity to apply for $454 million in competitive grants for the Ferry Service for Rural Communities Program. Eligible activities include capital projects to purchase, construct, replace, or rehabilitate ferries, terminals, related infrastructure and related equipment (including electric or low-emitting ferry vessels and related infrastructure), planning projects, and operating assistance.

## Questions people ask

### Is FTA-2026-006-TPM-FERRYRURAL still open?

No. It closed on May 11, 2026.

### Who can apply for FY 2026 Competitive Funding Opportunity: Ferry Service for Rural Communities Program?

DOT - Federal Transit Administration accepted applications from state and local governments.

### What is the deadline for FY 2026 Competitive Funding Opportunity: Ferry Service for Rural Communities Program?

Closed May 11, 2026. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.

### How much funding is available?

About $454 million in total across about 5 awards.