The Kansas Department of Transportation is now accepting applications for the spring 2026 round of the agency’s Cost Share Program. More than $163 million has been given to Kansas communities since the Cost Share Program began in 2019.
The Cost Share Program provides financial assistance to local entities for construction projects that improve safety, leverage state funds to increase total transportation investment and help both rural and urban areas of the state improve the transportation system. This is the 13th round of projects to receive funding.
“KDOT’s Cost Share Program improves transportation, creates economic growth and increases job opportunities across Kansas,” said Michelle Needham, Economic Development Programs Manager. “Past Cost Share participants have proven this program to be the financial boost that many small and large communities needed to achieve their project goals.”
All transportation projects are eligible, including roadway (on and off the state system), rail, airport, bicycle/pedestrian and public transit. Candidate projects should include investments that provide transportation benefits and are not eligible for other KDOT programs. This round of grant funding has an overall budget of $6 million, with a maximum amount of $1 million awarded per project.
The deadline to submit applications is March 26. More information and the application link are on KDOT’s website at https://www.ksdot.gov/programs/economic-development-programs/cost-share-program. All applications will be completed online, and a sample PDF application will be available for preview.
Please contact Needham, michelle.d.needham@ks.gov, with any questions.
