LRTF Grants
LRTF Grants from the Iowa Department of Transportation fund research and education to advance native plant science and integrated roadside vegetation management in Iowa.
Funder: Iowa Department of Transportation
Due Dates: June 1, 2027 (Fiscal Year 2028 Application Deadline)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards cover up to 80% of project costs (with most project types requiring a 20% match); maximums vary by project type (e.g., equipment up to $30,000, research variable, planning up to $6,000).
Summary: Supports integrated roadside vegetation management, research, education, and native plant stewardship along Iowa’s roadways.
Description
The Living Roadway Trust Fund (LRTF) Grants, administered by the Iowa Department of Transportation, provide competitive funding for projects that enhance integrated roadside vegetation management (IRVM) throughout Iowa. The program aims to promote the use of native plants, demonstrate best management practices, advance research, and educate the public about the ecological and practical benefits of native roadside vegetation. Eligible projects include equipment purchases, demonstration plantings, vegetation inventories, research, education, and other activities directly linked to IRVM objectives.
