Federal grants to City of Kearney
City of Kearney in Kearney, Nebraska received $27.3 million in federal grants from fiscal 2021 to 2025, across 12 awards. Its largest program was Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs, with $24.7 million. In fiscal 2025 it was awarded $11.4 million.
From USAspending.gov award records, updated November 7, 2026.
- Grants, FY 2021 to 2025$27.3 million
- Awards12
- Awarded in FY 2025$11.4 million
- Largest award$6.3 million
By year
| Fiscal year | Awards | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| FY 2021 | 1 | $1.1 million |
| FY 2022 | 1 | $38,350 |
| FY 2023 | 4 | $13.8 million |
| FY 2024 | 2 | $927,000 |
| FY 2025 | 4 | $11.4 million |
Programs that fund City of Kearney
| Program | Awards | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs | 11 | $24.7 million |
| Economic Adjustment Assistance | 1 | $2.6 million |
Awarding agencies
| Agency | Awards | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Department of Transportation | 11 | $24.7 million |
| Department of Commerce | 1 | $2.6 million |
Largest awards
| Award | Program | First action | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purpose: coronavirus aid, relief, and economic security act funds awarded as economic relief U.S. Airports affected by the prevention of, preparation for, and response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Activities to be performed/expected outcomes: this project expands the existing terminal building an addit | Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs | December 21, 2022 | $6.3 million |
| Purpose: coronavirus aid, relief, and economic security act funds awarded as economic relief U.S. Airports affected by the prevention of, preparation for, and response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Activities to be performed/expected outcomes: this project constructs a new 18,000 square foot box hangar | Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs | April 26, 2023 | $5.2 million |
| Purpose: reconstruct apron. Activities to be performed/expected outcomes: this project reconstructs 45,758 square yards of the existing terminal apron pavement that has reached the end of its useful life. This grant funds phase 3, which consists of reconstructing 20,000 square yards of the pavement. | Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs | August 26, 2025 | $4.0 million |
| Purpose: reconstruct apron. Activities to be performed/expected outcomes: this project reconstructs 45,758 square yards of the existing terminal apron pavement that has reached the end of its useful life. This grant funds the second phase, which consists of reconstruction of 25,758 square yards. Int | Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs | July 10, 2025 | $3.9 million |
| This eda investment is for construction of public infrastructure in kearney, Nebraska, that results in the expansion of a business/industrial park. Water, sanitary sewer, and street construction in a local business park will allow for several businesses to expand operations and facilities. Nearly 50 | Economic Adjustment Assistance | December 9, 2024 | $2.6 million |
| Purpose: acquire snow removal equipment. Activities to be performed/expected outcomes: this project acquires replacement plow and spreader equipment to keep the airport serviceable during snow periods and aid in the efficiency and safety of operations. . This project acquires replacement sweeper and | Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs | July 12, 2023 | $1.3 million |
| Purpose: coronavirus aid, relief, and economic security act funds awarded as economic relief U.S. Airports affected by the prevention of, preparation for, and response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Activities to be performed/expected outcomes: this project improves the non-revenue generating airport par | Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs | June 25, 2021 | $1.3 million |
| Purpose: construct/modify/improve/rehabilitate hangar. Activities to be performed/expected outcomes: this project constructs a new 18,000 square foot box hangar for aircraft storage, maintenance, or service to assist the airport to be as self-sustaining as possible by generating revenue. . This gran | Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs | June 14, 2023 | $1.2 million |
| Purpose: reconstruct apron. Activities to be performed/expected outcomes: this project reconstructs 45,758 square yards of the existing terminal apron pavement that has reached the end of its useful life. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of design. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provi | Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs | July 10, 2024 | $927,000 |
| Purpose: acquire snow removal equipment. Activities to be performed/expected outcomes: this project acquires snow blower and carrier vehicle snow removal equipment to enhance the airport's ability to clear the priority areas of the airfield during adverse weather conditions. Intended beneficiary: th | Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs | May 14, 2025 | $852,000 |
Questions people ask
How much federal grant money does City of Kearney get?
$27.3 million in 12 grant awards from fiscal 2021 to 2025, as obligations reported to USAspending.gov.
Which agency gives City of Kearney the most?
The Department of Transportation, with $24.7 million in 11 awards. The Department of Commerce follow.
What is City of Kearney's largest federal grant?
$6.3 million under Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs, with its first action in the period on December 21, 2022. That counts only the money obligated in fiscal 2021 to 2025.
Which federal programs fund City of Kearney?
Its largest are Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs and Economic Adjustment Assistance.
Other grant recipients in Kearney
- Community Action Partnership of Mid-Nebraska
- University of Nebraska
- Kaapa Ethanol Holdings LLC
- City of Kearney Housing Authority
- Centennial Park Preservation LLC
- South Central Behavioral Services
- Grow Nebraska
- Two Rivers Public Health
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