Active Transportation Microgrant Program
The Connecticut Department of Transportation, in coordination with the Councils of Governments, provide grants for non-infrastructure projects up to $5,000 that support walking, biking, and rolling in Connecticut. The goal of the Active Transportation Microgrant Program is to provide equitable, safe, accessible, and sustainable access to transportation by making conditions safer for people of all ages to walk, bike and roll, thereby encouraging more people to use these healthy and environmentally sustainable modes of travel.
The program is contingent upon available funding and applications will be accepted on a quarterly basis. The program does not require a match from the eligible entity.
Eligible Entities:
- Public or Private Schools (K-12)
- School Districts
- Municipalities
- Health Districts
- Non-Profit Organizations (501c3)
Eligible Activities:
- Bicycle Helmets
- Bicycle Locks
- Bicycle Lights
- Bicycle Maintenance Training and Materials (non- infrastructure only)
- Rental of Bicycle Fleets and/or Purchase of Bicycles Including Adaptive Bicycles
- League Cycling Instructor Training (LCI)
- Materials for Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Education
- Safety Vests for or high visibility attire or gear for active transportation users.
- Scooters (non-e-assist)
- Bicycle and Scooter Racks (not for construction/installation)
- Bike Repair Kits (not including cost of construction or installation of kit)
- Reflective Stickers, Cones, Bike Wheel Spoke Reflectors
Applications are reviewed on a quarterly basis. 2026 application deadlines:
- 1st Quarter: Friday, March 13, 2026
- 2nd Quarter: Friday, June 12, 2026
- 3rd Quarter: Friday, September 11, 2026
- 4th Quarter: Friday, December 4, 2026
Program guidelines and blank applications can be found on CTDOT’s webpage.