Best Public Infrastructure Grants in Arizona

Government agencies, nonprofits, and clubs in Arizona can fund large-scale off-highway vehicle trail development, maintenance, and related infrastructure projects, including facilities, design, and clearances. Grants from Arizona State Parks & Trails may also support education and law enforcement components connected to public off-highway vehicle recreation infrastructure.

Governmental entities, nonprofits, and clubs in Arizona can apply for Arizona State Parks & Trails’ Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Fund small scale grants, awarding up to US $100,000 per project for OHV-related public infrastructure. Funding supports trail development and maintenance, land acquisition, design and engineering, support facilities, clearances, education, and law enforcement.

Governmental entities, nonprofits, and clubs in Arizona can obtain funding to repair off-highway vehicle trails and related public infrastructure damaged by vandalism, fire, or weather, and to address unsafe conditions. Grants from Arizona State Parks & Trails offer up to US $100,000 per project, including support for trash removal and dust mitigation efforts.

Federal, state, county, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies in Arizona can receive up to US $100,000 for off-highway vehicle (OHV) law enforcement equipment, PPE, electronics, and related salary or overtime. Grants from Arizona State Parks & Trails help Arizona public infrastructure and safety agencies strengthen OHV management and enforcement capacity.

Governmental entities, nonprofits, and clubs in Arizona can receive grants to purchase and install off-highway vehicle trail signs, markers, decals, and informational kiosks. Grants from Arizona State Parks & Trails offer up to US $10,000 per project to improve public infrastructure and trail safety through the Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Fund Signage program.

Arizona public libraries planning construction or facility improvements in Arizona can apply for the Arizona State Library Archives and Public Records’ State Grants-in-Aid Construction program, which reimburses eligible projects requiring a dollar-for-dollar local cash match. Funding can support public infrastructure for library services, including spaces that better serve patrons with disabilities.

Public and nonprofit libraries in Arizona can receive construction and county- or citywide library service funding through the State Grants-in-Aid program, which requires a dollar-for-dollar cash match. With a mission to expand access to information, Arizona State Library provides eligible libraries with support for free, regularly available public library services.

Arizona 501(c)(3) organizations, government agencies, educational institutions, and tribal entities can seek US $1,000 - US $50,000 for Route 66 preservation and related public infrastructure projects in Arizona. Arizona Community Foundation supports preservation, restoration, planning, research, and educational efforts that protect and promote historic Route 66 transportation properties and corridors statewide.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Arizona with at least three years of operation and a $100,000+ budget can seek funding for workforce skills, youth development, inclusive prosperity, or environmental sustainability programs. RBC Foundation USA provides support to initiatives that build job readiness, increase community stability and accessibility, and advance net-zero, climate-focused projects.

U.S. industrial innovators developing thermal or electric energy storage solutions for facilities can access phased prize funding to advance design, prototyping, and validation. The U.S. Department of Energy supports concepts that improve energy efficiency and grid-friendly operation, which may benefit Arizona public infrastructure and industrial sites seeking advanced energy storage technologies.

Researchers and research institutions in the U.S. studying social programs and policies can apply for Arnold Ventures’ quasi-experimental design funding to conduct rigorous causal evaluations. Grants from Arnold Ventures help Arizona public infrastructure, higher education, workforce, reproductive health, and related policy researchers build evidence on what works to inform government decision-making.

Focused on public infrastructure, USDA: Rural Development invites Arizona state and local governments, nonprofits, and tribes to seek funding for predevelopment planning of rural water and waste disposal projects. Eligible very small, financially distressed rural communities can use support for feasibility studies, preliminary design, engineering analysis, and technical assistance for future facility improvements.

Neighborhood and Block Watch groups in low- and moderate-income areas of Arizona can access funding for public infrastructure and neighborhood enhancement projects through the City of Phoenix’s Community Development Block Grant program. Grants from City of Phoenix help eligible neighborhoods partner with city departments to improve local facilities, safety, and community spaces.

Universities, research institutions, and public agencies working on transportation policy and infrastructure in Arizona can seek funding for research, data, and policy development projects that improve U.S. transportation systems. With a mission to improve lives through evidence-based solutions, Arnold Ventures supports work on capital investment reform, cost control, access, performance-based selection, and related public infrastructure issues, with awards up to US $200,000.

Public agencies planning advanced transportation and public infrastructure projects in Arizona can seek funding to deploy, install, and operate innovative technologies that improve safety, mobility, and system performance. DOT Federal Highway Administration’s ATTAIN program offers up to US $12,000,000 per project and may support congestion management, intermodal connectivity, and stronger infrastructure return on investment.

Friends of NRA

Friends of NRA is the National Rifle Association’s premier fundraising program, supporting the future of shooting sports. Since day one, Friends of NRA has been a 100% grassroots effort fueled by a united front to secure the Second Amendment and raise money for the shooting sports.

Committee volunteers are appointed to State Fund Committees to make recommendations for local grant funding in areas such as youth education, women-focused clinics, law enforcement training, hunter safety, range improvement, firearms and marksmanship training and safety. Recognizing the impact American youth has on the future of the shooting sports, State Fund Committees frequently recommend grants for youth programs, allocating the most significant portion of monies to this vital area.

Grant awards fund activities and support programs in the United States to promote firearms and hunting safety, to enhance marksmanship skills of those in the shooting sports, and to educate the public about firearms in their historic, technological and artistic context.

Friends of NRA: Capital Improvement Grants

Any request to support a project that seeks to improve a facility is considered a capital improvement. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Range improvements
• Berm improvements
• Clubhouse/Classroom facility improvements
• Shelter structures/covered firing lines/pavilions
• Road improvements
• Commercial-grade trap machines (see section regarding trap machines, below)
• Any other permanent improvement to an organization’s property or facility

The Grant Program considers requests for certain trap machines to be a capital improvement to the facility. Specifically, requests for commercial grade trap machines that have a capacity of 300 clays and up.

The Impact Aid Discretionary Construction Grant Program (84.041C) offers $19M in funding to Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) to address urgent school facility needs. This initiative supports repairs, renovations, or replacements required to maintain safe educational environments. Grants cover projects that improve accessibility in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and ensure that facilities meet health standards. The program aims to enhance learning conditions by responding effectively to emergency situations.

About Boeing

A leading global aerospace company and top U.S. exporter, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. Our U.S. and global workforce and supplier base drive innovation, economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeing is committed to fostering a culture based on our core values of safety, quality and integrity.

The Employees Community Fund (ECF) of The Boeing Company

One of the largest employee-managed funds of its kind in the world, the Employees Community Fund (ECF) of The Boeing Company has empowered employees to make a greater impact by pooling their tax-deductible donations for more than 60 years. Employee-led grantmaking committees at 20 Boeing sites provide combined employee donations to nonprofits in their communities through ECF grants.

Charitable or educational organizations can apply for grants from the Employees Community Fund (ECF) of The Boeing Company.

Puget Sound Chapter

The Employees Community Fund (ECF) of Boeing Puget Sound is a pooled fund consisting of recurring payroll contributions from generous Boeing employees. It funds local nonprofits that help thousands of families and individuals in the Puget Sound region where Boeing employees live and work.

ECF focus areas

ECF makes grants to 501(c)(3) Health & Human Service nonprofits such as food banks, job-training programs, shelters, transitional housing, mental health services, and low-income medical clinics. ECF seeks the direct client benefit of each grant to ensure that our employees’ contributions directly help those in need.

ECF funding criteria

ECF has two distinct grant categories – Supporting Grants and Capital Campaign Grants.

ECF of Boeing Company: Puget Sound Chapter Supporting Grants

Consideration is given to nonprofits/agencies that are performing well and are seeking to upgrade, replace or modify elements of their infrastructure.

• Supporting grants cannot exceed $50,000. The requested amount cannot be more than 10% of an agency’s gross annual revenue.
• Supporting grants will be considered only for agencies benefiting residents in the Puget Sound Region.
• Supporting grants help agencies continue to effectively provide services through enhanced direct client benefit by aiding them in procuring and/or paying for items such as:
  • Equipment (ex. office, kitchen, industrial, furniture, etc.)
  • Vehicles used to support clients and/or transport food and/or goods (cost of vehicle and accommodations, tax, and licensing only; operating expenses, such as insurance, fuel, etc. is not allowed)
  • Phone systems
  • Cell phones for direct client use
  • Remodels and/or renovations (must hold at least a 10-year lease or own the building)
  • Purchase or construction of new buildings
  • Computers or tablets for direct client benefit and/or use
  • Software for direct client benefit and/or use (ex. Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) device)
  • Information Technology expenses, without which procured tools would not work
  • External improvements for client safety (i.e. security system, exterior lighting, improved ADA accessibility, new or refinished pavement or concrete)
• Supporting grants which are accepted must be spent as approved within nine (9) months.

The Affordable Rural Cooperative (ARC) Energy Program, initiated by the Rural Utilities Service (RUS), aims to enhance rural electric systems through substantial funding of approximately $175 million. This initiative focuses on increasing emission-free nuclear power and improving transmission infrastructure efficiency, promoting long-term reliability and affordability. Eligible entities include electric cooperatives serving rural areas and their subsidiaries. The program aligns with the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) to achieve significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, thus fostering a sustainable energy future.

The BJA FY 2026 DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR)—Formula Grants Program aims to support states and local governments in enhancing their DNA analysis capabilities. By providing funding for existing crime laboratories, this initiative seeks to increase the processing capacity for DNA samples, thereby reducing the backlog in forensic DNA analysis and ensuring timely entry into the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS). Applications are due by November 5, 2026.

The FY 2027 Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) FAA Contract Tower Competitive Grant Program offers up to $100 million for airport traffic control tower projects. This initiative aims to support airports in modernizing and repairing aging infrastructure, ensuring safety and efficiency in air traffic management. Eligible projects may involve construction, rehabilitation, or installation of essential air traffic control equipment, enhancing the operational capabilities of the nation's airports.

Federally recognized Indian Tribes in Arizona can seek funding to plan, design, construct, rehabilitate, or inspect unsafe or aging transportation bridges that serve their communities. Focused on public infrastructure, the Federal Highway Administration’s TTP Bridge Program supports improvements to BIA/Tribally owned and other eligible bridges in poor condition or with low load capacity.

Arizona public infrastructure and transportation agencies, along with state, local, Tribal governments and port authorities, can seek funding for major surface transportation infrastructure projects through the Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) program. Grants from the US Department of Transportation provide up to US $25,000,000 for multi-modal, multi-jurisdictional projects with significant local or regional impact across the U.S. territories and states.

The Community Traffic Safety Grants, initiated by the Road to Zero Coalition, aim to eliminate traffic fatalities by 2050 through innovative, evidence-based approaches. The program invites proposals from Road to Zero Coalition members, particularly non-profits and government entities, to implement effective countermeasures that enhance traffic safety and address mobility disparities. Projects should be replicable and scalable, demonstrating measurable outcomes and contributing to a positive safety culture on U.S. roads.

The Smart Growth America Community Connectors Grant Program supports small and mid-sized cities in addressing divisive infrastructure caused by dangerous roads. With funding from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, this program aims to reconnect communities through temporary street safety projects while fostering skills and partnerships. Eligible teams must represent populations of 50,000 to 500,000 and include both government and community-based organizations. Priority will be given to projects benefiting low-income communities historically affected by disinvestment.

SC Johnson Grants aim to enhance community welfare through charitable contributions, focusing on health, sustainability, and opportunity. Since 1937, the company has committed five percent of its pretax profits to support registered charities and nonprofit organizations, especially in areas where it operates. The grant program prioritizes initiatives addressing healthcare access, environmental conservation, and educational equity, ensuring that efforts align with the values of community service and corporate responsibility.

The GM Corporate Giving Grants support U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations focused on STEM education and transportation initiatives. Applications are accepted from January to September, with a requirement to submit requests at least three months before the program’s start date. GM emphasizes charitable contributions in the communities where it operates, ensuring that organizations align with its values. The grant amount is not limited and is assessed based on the proposed program's merit and needs.