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Apply for a Transportation Management Association Grant

Transportation Management Associations (TMAs) may apply for funding to reduce single-occupancy vehicle trips, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, facilitate mode shift, and expand mobility.
The FY27 TMA Grant is now closed. Applications were due April 10, 2026.

Contacts

Transit grants - MassDOT Rail & Transit

Phone

Rachel Fichtenbaum Call Transit grants - MassDOT Rail & Transit, Rachel Fichtenbaum at 857-368-8584

Online

Email Transit grants - MassDOT Rail & Transit at MassDOTtransitgrants@dot.state.ma.us

The Details

What you need

Through this annual grant cycle, Transportation Management Associations (TMAs) may apply for funding for projects to reduce single-occupancy vehicle trips, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, facilitate mode shift, and/or expand mobility. Eligible project types include, but are not limited to:

  • New or expanded shuttle, bus, or transit service
  • Micromobility Services
  • Service planning
  • New vehicle purchase
  • Vehicle replacement
  • Commuter services and marketing activities such as emergency ride home, marketing of transportation alternatives, etc.

What is a TMA?

A Transportation Management Association (TMA) is a membership-based organization that focuses on improving transportation options and infrastructure within a specific region or community. TMAs are typically formed through collaboration between local businesses, government agencies, and community stakeholders to address the unique transportation needs of their respective regions. TMAs implement programs and initiatives aimed at promoting alternative transportation methods like carpooling, vanpooling, biking, walking, and public transit usage. They also provide transportation-related services, including shuttle programs, carpool matching services, and commuter incentives, all geared towards reducing single-occupant driving. For more information about TMAs in Massachusetts, please visit MassCommute. 

Past Awards

How to apply

The FY27 application is now closed. Applications were due April 10, 2026.

Steps

  1. Only TMAs are eligible to apply.
  2. Download and read the application instructions. All the application questions are listed in the appendix, so you can begin to prepare your answers.
  3. Download the budget template and fill it out.
  4. At least one letter of support is required. If you would like to submit multiple letters of support, please combine them into one PDF package.
  5. If you would like to submit optional additional attachments, please combine them into one PDF package.
  6. When you have prepared your answers to the questions and have the budget finalized, fill out the online application. You will answer the application questions using the online form, and upload your budget, letters of support, and optional attachments through the online form. New this year: our online form now has a “save for later” button. If you hit save for later, it will generate a URL you can use to get back to your form. This URL is available for 30 days, so make sure to return to the online form again within 30 days to keep it active. You can save while working on the questions, but once you upload any documents you will no longer be able to save your work.
  7. When you have inputted the information about your project and uploaded your documents, make sure you see a green checkmark next to each upload. When you do, hit the “submit” button to submit your application.
  8. After you submit, you will see a “thank you” screen. You will receive a copy of your responses by email around 15-20 minutes after submitting. If you have any difficulties, contact us at massdottransitgrants@dot.state.ma.us. We will be able to confirm whether or not we received your submission.
  9. Applications are due April 10, but we recommend submitting early.
  10. Reach out anytime if you have questions! You can contact us at Rachel.L.Fichtenbaum@dot.state.ma.us or (857) 368-8584.

Next steps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can my TMA apply for more than 1 year of funding?

Yes! You will have the option to apply for FY27 and FY28 funding.

Is there a minimum or maximum amount of funding I can apply for?

No, you may apply for any amount of funding. The total available for all FY27 awards is $3 million.

Can 2 or more TMAs submit a joint application?

Yes, the TMA that will take the lead on contracting and invoicing should be the lead applicant. In the narrative, you can list the partnering TMAs and how they will participate.

Is funding provided through reimbursement or upfront?

If your application is awarded, funds will be provided through reimbursement on a monthly or quarterly basis. No funds are available upfront. You will generally receive reimbursement 30 days after submitting your invoice.

If my TMA is applying for 2 or more projects, should I submit them together as one application or separately?

You can do either. If they are related, consider submitting as one; if they are distinct, it will likely be easier to submit two (or more) separate applications.

Are transit passes, Blue Bikes memberships, or gas cards eligible for reimbursement?

No, no incentives or giveaways are eligible, and no transit passes or fares are eligible. Costs of administering a transit pass or commuter incentive program (such as staffing) are eligible.

Funds disbursed to employees as part of a parking cash-out program are not eligible, although funds to administer a parking cash-out program are eligible.

Are overhead expenses eligible?

Yes, they are eligible, up to 10% of the total of your other project expenses.

If MassDOT awards less than $3 million this year, will that funding be available for future years?

No, the $3 million allocated to this year must be awarded this year.

My question is not listed here. What should I do?

Please reach out to us! You can reach us at MassDOTtransitgrants@dot.state.ma.us or (857) 368-8584.

Downloads

Open PDF file, 140.09 KB,  FY25 TMA Grant awards (English, PDF 140.09 KB)
Open PDF file, 432.14 KB,  FY27-28 TMA Grant application instructions (English, PDF 432.14 KB)
Open XLSX file, 33.65 KB,  FY27-FY28 TMA grant budget template (English, XLSX 33.65 KB)

Contact

Phone
Rachel Fichtenbaum Call Transit grants - MassDOT Rail & Transit, Rachel Fichtenbaum at 857-368-8584
Online
Email Transit grants - MassDOT Rail & Transit at MassDOTtransitgrants@dot.state.ma.us

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