The SANDAG Specialized Transportation Grant Program (STGP) funds projects and programs that expand mobility for older adults and people with disabilities. Approximately every two years, SANDAG conducts an allocation process, or call for projects, to award funding through the STGP. Eligible projects include the purchase of accessible vans and buses, coordinated volunteer driver programs, shopping shuttle services, non-emergency medical trips, and transit travel training classes. Eligible applicants include local nonprofit organizations and public agencies.
Funding for the STGP comes from two sources: the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5310 program and the TransNet Senior Mini-Grant Program. Since 2006, we’ve awarded more than $38 million in federal grant funds and $24 million in TransNet funds to support more than 270 specialized grant-funded transportation projects. SANDAG’s STGP does not currently have any funding opportunities open.
Specialized Transportation Grant Program
Grantee Resources
STGP grantees report to SANDAG regularly to comply with agreed terms. These reports also help us monitor performance. A list of grantee forms and resources are available by STGP grant type and reporting frequency.
Vehicle and Other Equipment Grantees
Vehicle and Other Equipment Progress Report Form (Due October 31, January 31, April 30, July 30)
Vehicle as Out of Service or Returned to Service Report Form (Due within 72 hours out of service or return to service date)
Vehicle and Other Equipment Inspection Form (Due within 2 months of vehicle delivery)
All Grantees
Title VI ADA Program Guide (Programs due before grant execution and triennially)
Title VI ADA Program Templates
Specialized Transportation Grant Report Form
- Complaint filings and resolutions due within 72 hours
- Closeout reports due within 90 days of grant expiration date
Client Demographic Data Reporting Form (Due annually, collected quarterly)
Sample Client Demographic Survey Form (Due annually, collected quarterly)
Related Pages
Resources
About STGP and Partner Resources
Fact Sheet
FTA Section 5310 Website
FTA Section 5310 Program Administered by Caltrans
STGP Procedures
2024 Specialized Transportation Program Management Plan
2024 Specialized Transportation Program Management Plan: Section 5310 Grant Agreement
2024 Specialized Transportation Program Management Plan: Senior Mini Grant Agreement Template
2024 Specialized Transportation Program Management Plan: Vehicle Lease Agreement Template