Veterans Transportation Program/Grants for Transportation in Highly Rural Areas
Funds innovative transportation solutions to help veterans in highly rural areas access VA medical care by supporting research and implementation of tailored transit services.
Funder: Department of Veterans Affairs
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027
Funding Amounts: Typical awards up to $50,000; total program funding projected at $7,000,000; 1-year grant cycle.
Summary: Supports innovative transportation services for veterans in highly rural areas to access VA medical care, through grants to eligible organizations.
Key Information: Only VA-accredited Veterans Service Organizations or State Veterans Service Agencies are eligible to apply.
Description
This program, administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), provides grants to eligible organizations to assist veterans living in highly rural areas by funding transportation services to and from VA Medical Centers and VA-authorized healthcare facilities. The goal is to address the unique challenges faced by veterans in sparsely populated regions, ensuring they can efficiently and reliably access necessary medical care. Funding supports the development and implementation of innovative solutions tailored to counties with fewer than seven people per square mile.
