Formula Grants for Rural Areas

Source: U.S. Department of Transportation: Federal Transit Administration

Provides capital, planning, and operating assistance to states to support public transportation in rural areas with populations of less than 50,000.

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Key Points

The Formula Grants for Rural Areas program provides capital, planning, and operating assistance to states to support public transportation in rural areas.
Many residents in rural areas rely on public transit to reach their destinations.

FIM Opportunities

Transportation is a key part of promoting access to healthy food. States can use funding and resources from the Formula Grants for Rural Areas program to improve public transportation in rural areas so residents can travel to grocery stores or farmer’s markets that provide a selection of nutritious foods.