FY26 Washington Union Station Exterior Lighting Upgrade Project
About This Grant
The purpose of this award is to fund a Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Congressional Directed Spending (CDS) grant for the Washington Union Station Exterior Lighting Upgrade Project (the Project). The Washington Union Station Exterior Lighting Upgrade Project funds Construction and will enhance public safety/security, lighting uniformity, the public experience, and station identity through improvements to the exterior lighting of the historic facade. Lighting will be significantly enhanced at the main entrance elevation facing Columbus Circle and along the exterior colonnade. The main entrance elevation will be illuminated with new, focused light-emitting diode (LED) fixtures mounted to streetlight poles and in-ground up lights, linear lighting at the ziggurats, and discreet spotlights to highlight the statues. The Union Station Redevelopment Corporation (USRC) is the only eligible entity able to apply.
Grant Summary
FY26 Washington Union Station Exterior Lighting Upgrade Project is a DOT - Federal Railroad Administration grant providing up to $5M. Applications are due 2026-07-07 (closing in 1 day). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
Funder did not publish eligibility criteria — confirm directly with the funder before applying.
How to Apply
Up to $5M
2026-07-07
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for FY26 Washington Union Station Exterior Lighting Upgrade Project from DOT - Federal Railroad Administration, 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 DOT - Federal Railroad Administration before the deadline.
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FY26 Washington Union Station Exterior Lighting Upgrade Project: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the FY26 Washington Union Station Exterior Lighting Upgrade Project?
FY26 Washington Union Station Exterior Lighting Upgrade Project is offered by DOT - Federal Railroad Administration and is generally open to eligible organizations. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the FY26 Washington Union Station Exterior Lighting Upgrade Project provide?
FY26 Washington Union Station Exterior Lighting Upgrade Project provides up to $5M per award from DOT - Federal Railroad Administration. 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 FY26 Washington Union Station Exterior Lighting Upgrade Project deadline?
Applications for FY26 Washington Union Station Exterior Lighting Upgrade Project are due 2026-07-07 (closing in 1 day). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, DOT - Federal Railroad Administration, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the FY26 Washington Union Station Exterior Lighting Upgrade Project?
To apply for FY26 Washington Union Station Exterior Lighting Upgrade Project, 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 DOT - Federal Railroad Administration.