TGM Planning Grants
TGM Planning Grants help local jurisdictions plan for transportation systems and land use patterns that create livable, sustainable, and economically vital communities. The resulting plans increase opportunities for transit, walking and bicycling.
TGM awards grants in
two categories:
Category 1: Transportation System Planning. Grants for Transportation System Plan work, that meet the requirements of the Oregon Transportation Planning Rules, including complete or updated TSPs; TSP refinement plans; individual TSP elements (like bike and pedestrian or transit plans); and Safe Routes to School-related infrastructure plans.
Category 2: Integrated land use and transportation planning. This includes area plans, downtown plans, and concept plans for areas being brought into an urban growth boundary.
We have about $2 million available for this funding opportunity. Award amounts generally range between $150,000 and $300,000. Grantees must provide a grant match in the form of cash, staff time, monetized volunteer time or direct project expenses.
TGM has funded over
800 grant projects through April 1, 2026.
The TGM program awards grants every year. Applications are due August 21, 2026, and awards are made in October. Projects typically take two-years from award to completion. See the
Grant Award Timeline for more information.
How to Apply
Pre-Application Information
The 2026 TGM pre-applications closed April 17, 2026. See the
2026 Pre-Application Packet for more information.
Contact
Virginia Elandt with general questions about the TGM grants process. The list of TGM pre-applications is available upon request.
Application Information
The 2026 Grant Application period opens May 26, 2026 and applications are due by August 21, 2026.
Webinar
We will host a webinar July 8 to answer your questions about the application, how to fill out the online form, and common mistakes. Registration is required to attend.
Upcoming office hours
We will host a series of drop-in office hours in July and August to answer questions.
2026 Application Materials
Contact
Virginia Elandt for answers to general questions about process and filling out your grant application. Contact the
lead TGM planner for your region if you would like to discuss your project objectives, project approach, or the ODOT region's perspective on the project.
Congratulations to the 2025 TGM Planning Grant Awardees! See the
full list of award recipients for project summaries. For more details, see the project application materials below.
Region 1
Region 2
Region 3
Region 4
Currently, we have projects underway from grant years 2022 through 2025. Learn about
active TGM projects (as of April 1, 2026).
TGM uses two consultant selection methods. The method for a specific project will depend on the particulars of the project and the needs of the local government and the program. The methods are:
- Mini-RFP and Small Purchase under an ODOT Price Agreement series.
- Open RFP via OregonBuys. All interested firms are encouraged to sign up for OregonBuys notice.
Contact Virginia Elandt at (503) 949-1655 for more information.