This grant is from the U.S. Department of Transportation to help a nonprofit organization set up a center that supports small businesses in the transportation sector. The center will provide technical help, business development, and access to funding resources to help small businesses win transportation-related contracts in Region 4, which includes several states in the Midwest and South.
Who it's for: This grant is for nonprofit organizations that are either 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6). These organizations should be capable of supporting small businesses in the transportation industry, particularly in Region 4, which includes Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, Iowa, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, and Tennessee.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not a 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization
- Not operating in Region 4 states
- Inability to provide technical assistance and business development support
- Failure to report required Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
What You May Need
- Proof of 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) status
- Detailed proposal outlining how you will establish and operate the SBTTAC
- Plan for providing technical assistance and business development support
- Strategy for outreach and connecting businesses with resources
- System for tracking and reporting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Budget plan for the use of $250,143.33
- Registration on Grants.gov
Cautions
- Ensure you are operating within the specified Region 4 states.
- Be prepared to report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) regularly.
- The award amount is specific and cannot be adjusted.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) nonprofit organizations. The grant is specifically for those who can establish and operate a Small Business Transportation Technical Assistance Center in Region 4, which includes Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, Iowa, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, and Tennessee.
Overview
This grant is for nonprofit organizations that are either 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6). These organizations should be capable of supporting small businesses in the transportation industry, particularly in Region 4, which includes Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, Iowa, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, and Tennessee.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not a 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization
- Not operating in Region 4 states
- Inability to provide technical assistance and business development support
- Failure to report required Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Use of Funds
The funds can be used to establish and operate the Small Business Transportation Technical Assistance Center. This includes providing technical assistance, business development support, and facilitating access to capital for small businesses in the transportation sector.
Expected Awards
10
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
- Deadline
- Oct 31, 2026(30 days)
- Archive Date
- Nov 30, 2026
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- Winter 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) nonprofit status
- Develop a comprehensive proposal for the SBTTAC
- Outline a plan for technical assistance and business support
- Create a strategy for outreach and resource connection
- Set up a system for KPI tracking and reporting
- Prepare a detailed budget for $250,143.33
- Register and submit application on Grants.gov