Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP)
The Kentucky TAP grant funds projects that enhance pedestrian, bicycle, and non-driver access through community-focused transportation and environmental improvements across Kentucky.
Funder: Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2026 | November 2026
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $200,000 to $1,000,000; 20% local match required; project duration varies.
Summary: Funding for projects that improve pedestrian, bicycle, and non-driver access, and support community and environmental enhancements in Kentucky.
Key Information: This is a federal-aid program with significant compliance requirements and a competitive application process.
Description
The Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) is a federal initiative administered by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) that provides funding for surface transportation projects focused on enhancing mobility and accessibility for pedestrians, bicyclists, and non-drivers. TAP supports infrastructure and community improvement projects that foster healthier, more connected communities, including the development of pedestrian and bicycle facilities, safe routes to school, environmental mitigation, and improved non-driver access to public transportation. The program is designed to help communities implement "Complete Streets" principles, ensuring safe, equitable, and accessible transportation networks across Kentucky.
