February 21, 2024 — Exciting news in the world of transportation and community development has just been announced – the latest Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant is now available!  The first deadline is April 4, 2024.

Whether you have already applied for (and even received) a prior Planning Grant award, or are entirely new to the process, we can help. This is a game-changing opportunity for organizations to secure the necessary funding to enhance safety and accessibility in your community.

However, navigating the intricacies of the SS4A grant application can be daunting. In fact, only 20% of the applicants who applied for the Implementation Grant awards (with a $25 million maximum funding potential) received funds in the prior two funding cycles of this 5-year program. And if you haven’t applied for a Planning Grant, there is a surplus of funds this year that provides an even greater opportunity to receive up to $10 million – even for some of the same eligible investments that are fundable under the Implementation Grant category. This unique strategy relies on this cycle’s new 3-deadline structure, and benefits from both this surplus of funds and the 100% approval rate for qualified applications in prior funding cycles that can give you a competitive edge.

That's where our expertise comes into play. Our Pioneer Partners team specializes in providing critical insights and tailored strategies to develop a compelling and successful grant application. We understand the importance of aligning your project goals with the grant's objectives and criteria, ensuring that your application stands out. Here’s what we offer:

1. Comprehensive Analysis: We’ll dissect the latest SS4A grant requirements and guide you through every step of the application process. This includes assessing the ROI and impact of the proven certain types of proven countermeasures that are eligible technology investments under the US DOT guidelines.

2. Customized Strategy: Our approach is not one-size-fits-all. We tailor our services to meet the unique needs and strengths of your project, your readiness and additional Justice 40 considerations, sustainability and the economic development impact that are part of the competitive scoring process.

3. Proven Track Record: With numerous successful grant applications under our belt, our experience speaks for itself. In the past 24 months, we have provided insights to more than 30 communities that have applied for SS4A and other IIJA grants.

Securing SS4A funding can be transformative for your community, but the competition is fierce. There is also uncertainty if the program will endure a potential political shift with the upcoming election. With our assistance, you can accelerate your application process, and elevate your application with deep metrics and compelling narratives, highlighting the impact and feasibility of your project in a manner that resonates with the grant evaluators.

Don’t miss this opportunity. The first deadline is April 4, 2024. Schedule a consultation call below to take the first step towards a winning SS4A grant application.