FFY2027 Community Traffic Safety Grant Program

The Office of Grants and Research (OGR) is offering approximately $500,000 in grant funds for Massachusetts nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations to implement community-based traffic safety programs. The goal of this program is to reduce roadway crashes, injuries, fatalities, and associated economic losses in Massachusetts. Applicants must submit proposals that align with one or more of the following priority areas: Occupant Protection, Speeding & Aggressive Driving, Impaired Driving, Pedestrian & Bicyclist Safety, Distracted Driving, and Motorcycle Safety. • Key priorities include: improving road safety, supporting traffic safety projects, and educational programming. • Eligible applicants include Massachusetts-based nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. • The grant period will be approximately 12 months, beginning on or about October 1, 2026, and ending on September 30, 2027. • A 20% match share is required, which can be met with state appropriations, local government funds, and/or in-kind contributions.