B&P Tunnel Replacement Program
Community Investment Program

Read the official press release announcing the launch of the Community Investment Program application window!

Amtrak is proud to introduce its first Community Investment Program (CIP).

Amtrak has committed to an overall CIP budget of $50 million which will be invested incrementally over the duration of the Program. Investments will be made through community grants and direct investments, with projects covering six categories:

  • Community Development
  • Workforce Development
  • Parks and Recreation
  • Open Space
  • Transportation
  • Historic Preservation

Have a Question?

For additional information about the Community Investment Program, email cip.bptunnel@amtrak.com.

Amtrak will annually issue a formal Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) which will allow eligible organizations to apply for community grant and direct investment awards for projects in West Baltimore that meet the eligibility requirements. Amtrak will also host applicant information sessions after the application window opens.

Learn more:
What’s Next?

Update as of March 3, 2026: Amtrak looks forward to opening the CIP NOFO application window from Monday, March 23, 2026 through Friday, May 22, 2026.

Read the official press release for more information.

  • Sign up here to receive an email when the application window opens.
  • RSVP to attend one of our upcoming applicant information sessions on March 23, March 25, or April 11.
  • Start your mandatory registrations now using our Application Quickstart Guide.
  • Use the CIP Geographic Eligibility Map below to see how your project’s location compares to the Program alignment.

Interested in the Historic Preservation Grant Fund Administrator role? More details here

CIP Geographic Eligibility Map

Type an address into the “search” bar in the map above. The location of the blue map marker will show if it falls within the Program boundaries. Projects eligible for community grant funding must serve the communities impacted by the Program and be located within one-quarter (1/4) mile of the Program alignment (pink boundary), except for transportation improvement projects which must be located within one-half (1/2) mile of Program alignment (blue boundary). 

Stay in Touch

For additional information, email bptunnel@amtrak.com or call (443) 423-1115 to speak to a member of the program team.