Overview
The overarching goal of this opportunity is to improve road safety within communities across Massachusetts. The program intends to achieve this through the outreach of nonprofit organizations with the aim of lowering fatalities and serious injuries among both motor vehicle occupants and non-motorists using the roadways of their respective municipalities. OGR encourages all applicants interested in this funding opportunity to set their primary goal toward supporting the reduction of roadway fatalities and serious injuries to zero.
This program is made available through federal funds awarded by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Eligibility
This grant is open to all Massachusetts-based nonprofit organizations that meet the following criteria:
- Holds current IRS 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.
- Is incorporated in Massachusetts or operating a chapter/affiliate that conducts program activities within Massachusetts and can legally contract with the Commonwealth.
- Preference may be given to nonprofits with subject matter expertise in traffic safety-related programming; however, organizations with experience serving youth or other impacted populations may also be considered.
- All applicants must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and be registered in The System for Award Management (SAM) database.
Key Dates and Materials
Key Dates
AGF Posted: May 8, 2026
Deadline for Q&A Submission: May 29, 2026 at 4:00PM
Application Due: June 12, 2026 at 4:00PM
Award Announcements: October 2026 (Tentative)
Performance Period: October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (Tentative)
Application Materials
Community Traffic Safety Grant Program AGF
Community Traffic Safety Grant Program Application