[VHA Member Services-Veterans Transportation](https://www.va.gov/healthbenefits/vtp/)

August 23, 2025

Up to $50,000 per award; approximately $8 million total funding; ~15 awards expected

Supports new projects to provide transportation services for veterans in highly rural areas.

Only VA-accredited Veterans Service Organizations or State Veterans Service Agencies are eligible; for new applicants only.

--- ## Description This opportunity provides funding for new grantees to support transportation services for veterans residing in highly rural areas. The program aims to help veterans access medical care by funding organizations that can deliver or coordinate transportation in counties designated as highly rural and currently without a grantee. Funding is limited to new recipients only; current or previous grantees are not eligible for this round. --- ## Due Dates - Application Deadline: August 23, 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award per grantee: $50,000 - Estimated total program funding: $8,000,000 - Expected number of awards: 15 - No cost sharing or matching required --- ## Eligibility - Only the following are eligible to apply: - VA-accredited Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs) - State Veterans Service Agencies - This notice is for **new applicants only**; organizations that have previously received Highly Rural Transportation Grants (HRTG) are not eligible. - Applicants must serve veterans in counties designated as highly rural and without an existing HRTG grantee. For a list of eligible counties, see the [Eligible Counties spreadsheet](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/HRTG%20Eligible%20Counties_Served%20and%20Not%20Served__Aug%202025.xlsx). --- ## Application Process - Review the [FY25 HRTG New Applicant Grant Application (PDF)](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/FY25%20HRTG%20New%20Applicant%2013013557.pdf) for detailed instructions and requirements. - Applications must be submitted via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360112) by the posted deadline. - Ensure all eligibility requirements are met and all required documents are included in the application package. --- ## Additional Information - This program is intended to address transportation barriers for veterans in highly rural areas, improving their access to VA medical care. - The official [HRTG program website](https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.va.gov%2Fhealthbenefits%2Fvtp%2Fhighly_rural_transportation_grants.asp&data=05%7C02%7C%7C57191caef96d4f58d7dd08dce2e2cef9%7Ce95f1b23abaf45ee821db7ab251ab3bf%7C0%7C0%7C6386347109650) contains additional background and resources. - If you are unsure about the eligibility of your county or organization, consult the linked resources or contact the program coordinator. --- ## External Links - [Grants.gov Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360112) - [HRTG Program Website](https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.va.gov%2Fhealthbenefits%2Fvtp%2Fhighly_rural_transportation_grants.asp&data=05%7C02%7C%7C57191caef96d4f58d7dd08dce2e2cef9%7Ce95f1b23abaf45ee821db7ab251ab3bf%7C0%7C0%7C6386347109650) - [Eligible Counties Spreadsheet](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/HRTG%20Eligible%20Counties_Served%20and%20Not%20Served__Aug%202025.xlsx) - [FY25 New Applicant Grant Application (PDF)](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/FY25%20HRTG%20New%20Applicant%2013013557.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Description | |--------------------|-------------------------------|---------------------| | HRTG Coordinator | [HRTG@va.gov](mailto:HRTG@va.gov) | Program contact |

Grants for Transportation in Highly Rural Areas

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