MTC Debuts Grant Program for Community Organizations

MTC this week released the CARE Power-building and Engagement (Pb+E) Grant Program Call for Projects for public review. This funding opportunity is geared toward community-based organizations (CBOs) to support organizations working to strengthen community leadership, build partnerships and implement community-driven housing and transportation projects. The early Call for Projects release is to encourage CBOs to start preparing their applications now. 

The program will distribute $1.3 million to implement local projects from March 2026 through October 2026. The online application period will open Sept. 26, 2025 at 9 a.m., and close on Oct. 9, 2025 at 5 p.m. PST. Review the Call for Projects, application materials and sign up to attend an information session. 

Some examples under the three project categories include:

• Capacity Building: Leadership development, education and training programs, engagement activities, and organizational development
• Partnership Development: Cross-sector collaboration, network building, partnership development and collaborative needs assessments
• Community Projects: Pilot projects and community-driven solutions in housing and transportation

All grantees will receive professional coaching, technical assistance (as available), peer learning opportunities and in-person convenings.

Application Support

In advance of the application submittal period, MTC staff will host two information sessions on Tuesday, Sept. 9, and Thursday, Sept. 18, to support organizations with their applications.

Session 1 — Tuesday, September 9, 2025

• Register to attend Session 1
• Information Session: 12–1 p.m.
• Office Hours: 1–3 p.m.

Session 2 — Thursday, September 18, 2025

• Register to attend Session 2
• Information Session: 1–2 p.m.
• Office Hours: 2–4 p.m.

To learn more about grantee organization requirements, program requirements, funding availability and more, please visit the CARE Pb+E Program webpage. 

Organizations are also encouraged to sign up for the mailing list to receive updates and complete Call for Projects information.