2026 Local Partnership Competitive Program
About This Grant
The primary objective of this program is to provide funding to counties, cities, districts, and regional transportation agencies in which voters have approved fees or taxes dedicated solely to transportation improvements or that have imposed fees, including uniform developer fees, dedicated solely to transportation improvements [as defined by Government Code Section 8879.67(b)]. Consistent with the intent behind Senate Bill 1, the Commission intends this program to balance the need to direct increased revenue to the state’s highest transportation needs while fairly distributing the economic impact of increased funding. The Local Partnership Program provides funding to local and regional agencies to improve: Aging Infrastructure Road Conditions Active Transportation Transit and rail Health and Safety Benefits
Grant Summary
2026 Local Partnership Competitive Program is a Transportation Commission grant providing up to $151.3M for municipality, school district. Applications are due 2026-11-18 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
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How to Apply
Up to $151.3M
2026-11-18
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for 2026 Local Partnership Competitive Program from Transportation Commission, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Transportation Commission before the deadline.
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2026 Local Partnership Competitive Program: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the 2026 Local Partnership Competitive Program?
2026 Local Partnership Competitive Program is offered by Transportation Commission. The listing names these applicant types: municipality, school district. It is available in CA. The funder's eligibility section is the authority, so confirm your organization type, location, and the population or project served against it before applying.
How much funding does the 2026 Local Partnership Competitive Program provide?
2026 Local Partnership Competitive Program provides up to $151.3M per award from Transportation Commission. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the 2026 Local Partnership Competitive Program deadline?
Applications for 2026 Local Partnership Competitive Program are due 2026-11-18 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Transportation Commission, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the 2026 Local Partnership Competitive Program?
To apply for 2026 Local Partnership Competitive Program, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Transportation Commission.
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