Deadline extended! Pre-applications accepted until Nov. 1 at 5 p.m. for Innovative Mobility Program competitive grant funding.
 Oct. 22, 2024
The Innovative Mobility Program has extended the deadline for the competitive grant pre-application. Pre-applications for Study and Assessment Grants (Non-Infrastructure) and Pilot Grants will be accepted until 5 p.m. on Nov. 1, 2024. If you are interested in applying for grant funding, you must submit a pre-application. (You can submit more than one, too!). Full proposals will be accepted from Nov. 4, 2024 – Dec. 20, 2024. Applicants will still have 6 weeks to complete a full proposal application. Information on how to submit a full proposal will be shared on Nov. 4. Staff will also host a webinar on Nov. 12, providing an overview of the full proposal process.
What grants are available?
The Study and Assessment Grants and Pilot Grants are designed to support shared mobility projects that improve access to public and active transportation for historically underserved groups. Interested in learning more? Review the Grant Guidance, watch a webinar recording or read more on our website.
When is the pre-application due?
Pre-applications are due by 5 p.m. on Nov. 1, 2024! Program staff will screen each pre-application for eligibility and will follow up with the applicant within 10 business days with information about the applicant’s and the proposed project’s eligibility.
When will the application for full proposals open?
Information about how to submit a full proposal, including a link to the application, will be shared Nov. 4, 2024.
How can I learn more about the full proposal process?
IMP staff are hosting an informational webinar on Nov. 12, 2024. Staff will review the application questions, how to use ODOT's Social Equity Index tool, and the scoring matrix. Registration is required. A recording of the event will be available for those unable to attend.
About the Innovative Mobility Program
The Innovative Mobility Program is a new initiative designed to increase social equity and mobility while reducing the effects of climate change. The program is funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law passed by Congress in November 2021, as well as State of Oregon dollars. It was created in 2022 at the direction of the Oregon Transportation Commission. The program has a total of $20 million for grants, contracts and administration.
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