The Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success (ROUTES) Initiative prioritizes the needs of rural America by advancing rural transportation policy and supporting rural and Tribal communities that face challenges relating to transportation safety, mobility, and economic development. The ROUTES Initiative addresses the transportation infrastructure needs of rural communities by developing user-friendly tools and information, aggregating DOT resources, and providing direct technical assistance to better connect rural communities with the funding, financing, and outreach resources available.
Toolkits and online information sources are available to help applicants access grant funds. Read the newly released Rural EV Infrastructure Toolkit, which was developed to help rural communities scope, plan, and fund electric mobility infrastructure.