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Maine Trails Program – Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry
The Maine Trails Program (MTP) is a statewide initiative to support the design and development of trails for outdoor recreation and active transportation. The second round of funding will be available to municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and ATV and snowmobile clubs. Requires 10% match. The submission deadline June 26, 2026. Click here for a list of projects funded. Program Guidance Manual.
Seafood Infrastructure Adaptation Fund (SIAF) – Seafood Economic Accelerator/Governor’s Office of Policy Innovation & the Future (GOPIF)
SIAF is a grant program for public owned facilities serving the seafood sector. Seafood infrastructure refers to facilities related to commercial fishing, aquaculture, and seafood production and supply chain. The grants are for supply chain infrastructure adaptations and/or energy efficiency conversions to infrastructure in public facilities that will strengthen the seafood sector and provide greater resilience to climate-related shocks. Awards $75,000 to $300,000 for seafood infrastructure adaptations, including planning, engineering, and/or design, on publicly owned land or land with a public lease or easement. Submission deadline June 30, 2026. Full Program Manual. Join virtually April 8th, May 13th, and/or June 10th from 12:30-2:00PM for SIAF Open Office Hours.
Community Action Grants - Round 7 – GOPIF
Community Action Grants are available to municipalities enrolled in the Community Resilience Partnership. SMPDC is available to help with grant applications and CRP enrollment – no cost to the municipality. Community Action Grants fund climate action at the community level, including actions from the Community Resilience Partnership List of Community Actions, an approved list of climate mitigation and adaptation activities OR other projects proposed by a community that support capacity building, planning, and implementation projects. Application deadline June 5, 2026. Download the pre-approved List of Community Actions. SMPDC CRP Factsheet
MaineDOT Bicycle and Pedestrian Program Funding – Maine Department of Transportation
Funding to assist with funding sidewalks, pedestrian crossing improvements, off-road transportation-related trails, downtown transportation improvements, projects that address safety and/or ADA compliance concerns, etc. Projects are selected annually and included in the DOT 3-Year Work Plan. Requires 10% match. Submission deadline July 31st. Download application criteria. Call the MaineDOT Bicycle and Pedestrian Program Manager at (207) 624-3000 to discuss project ideas at any time.
MaineDOT Active Transportation Partnership Initiative - Maine Department of Transportation
MaineDOT created the Active Transportation Partnership Initiative (ATPI) to assist in funding small location-specific improvements in the transportation system that enhance safety and mobility for vulnerable road users (VRU), fostering safe and usable human-scale transportation options in Maine. Includes design and construction of targeted safety improvements, improvements to active transportation infrastructure, or demonstration/pilot projects. Rolling application period. Requires variable match. Full program manual.
Maine Communities Grant – Maine Office of Tourism
The Maine Communities Grant supports tourism-focused marketing projects and events that strengthen community-based visitor experiences. Example projects include advertising, public & media relations, website enhancements, marketing asset development, visitor guides, brochures or maps, etc. Submission deadline May 11, 2026. Funding range $2,500-$5,000. Full Program Manual. Projects should align with the Destination Management Plan 2025 Reset.
EDA Disaster Supplemental Program – U.S. Economic Development Administration
Funding to help communities and regions devise and implement long-term economic recovery strategies through a variety of planning and construction projects, as appropriate, to address economic challenges in areas where a Presidential declaration of a major disaster was issued. Rolling applications. Match Required. Program Factsheet.
EDA Public Works Program – U.S. Economic Development Administration
EDA’s Public Works program helps distressed communities revitalize, expand, and upgrade their physical infrastructure. Public Works program investments help facilitate the transition of communities from being distressed to becoming competitive by developing key public infrastructure, such as water and sewer system improvements, technology-based facilities, manufacturing facilities, business and industrial parks, telecommunication, and more. Grant Opportunity Page.
Coming Soon! Maine Infrastructure Adaptation Fund (MIAF) – MaineDOT
Funding to help communities adapt critical infrastructure – such as roads, culverts, stormwater systems, and wastewater facilities – to reduce vulnerability to climate change. Communities are encouraged to work with your Regional Coordinator to begin identifying potential projects. Application round expected to open in March 2026, anticipated due date May 2026. Download a list of past projects. MIAF Informational Sheet PDF. Informational workshop recording and resources.
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