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title: Wildlife Crossings Pilot Program
description: Federal grants totaling $340 million are available for wildlife crossings in the US, aiming to reduce collisions and enhance habitat connectivity. Apply by September 4th, 2024.
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# [Wildlife Crossings Pilot Program](https://grantmatch.com/en-us/hot-new-programs/wildlife-crossings-pilot-program)

 Written by [GrantMatch Team](https://grantmatch.com/en-us/hot-new-programs/author/grantmatch-team) | Jun 26, 2024 5:15:44 PM

## $340 million Funding Pool available to Enhancing Safety and Habitat Connectivity Across US!

The Wildlife Crossings Pilot Program, administered by the USDOT / Federal Highway Administration, aims to reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions and enhance habitat connectivity for terrestrial and aquatic species. Open to state and local governments, federally recognized tribes, and other transportation-related entities, the program supports planning, construction, technology deployment, climate and sustainability efforts, accessibility, and security projects.

### Funding Information:

- **Most Recent Annual Program Funding Amount**: $100,000,000
- **Total Program Funding Over 5 Years**: $350,000,000
- **Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement**: Yes
- **Match Waiver**: Yes
- **Rural Set-Aside**: Yes (At least 60% of funds)
- **Tribal Set-Aside**: No

 

Eligibility

 

### Eligible Applicants:

- State Governments
- Local Governments
- Federally Recognized Tribes and Affiliated Groups
- Planning and Project Organizations
- Transportation Providers and Operators

### Eligible Activities:

- Planning
- Construction
- Technology Demonstrations and Deployment
- Climate and Sustainability
- Accessibility
- Security

Deadline

 All proposals must be submitted by **September 4th**, 2024, 5 pm EST.

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