Roadside Pollinators Program: Up to $150,000 with No Match Required, Apply by May 7, 2026

The Federal Highway Administration opened the Roadside Pollinators Program for fiscal years 2023 and 2026. The notice makes up to $3.8 million available for projects that improve pollinator-friendly practices on roadsides and highway rights-of-way.

What the Funding Covers

• Implementation, improvement, or further development of pollinator-friendly practices plans.
• Work on routes eligible for federal aid.
• Projects that benefit pollinators on roadsides and highway rights-of-way.
• Related activities described in the applicant’s existing or planned pollinator practices plan.

Who Can Apply

Eligible applicants are limited to state departments of transportation, federally recognized tribes, and federal land management agencies. Applicants must submit or link to an eligible pollinator-friendly practices plan with the application.

How to Apply

• Deadline: May 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET
• Apply: Submit through Grants.gov listing 361763
• Program details: GrantSolutions announcement

Key Funding Details

• Total program funding: $3,800,000
• Award maximum: $150,000
• Cost share: No

Source: Simpler.Grants.gov opportunity listing