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Grant Opportunities - Cities/Counties Newsletter for Sunday May 24, 2026 ( 24 items )  

DHS Announces $32.4 Million for Fire Prevention and Safety Grants
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security - FEMA has unveiled the Fiscal Year 2025 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Grant Program, dedicating an estimated total funding of $32.4 million to enhance public safety and firefighter protection against fire-related hazards. The FP&S Grant Program aims to support activities that target high-risk populations to reduce fatalities and injuries caused by fires. This funding opportunity is available to eligible applicants, including f  more

DHS Announces $324 Million for Staffing Fire Departments Through SAFER Grants
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security - FEMA has unveiled the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant Program, aimed at bolstering fire department staffing across the nation. With an estimated total funding pool of $324 million, the SAFER grants are designed to provide essential financial assistance to fire departments and tribal organizations focused on volunteer firefighter recruitment and retention. Eligible applicants fo  more

DHS Provides $291.6 Million for Fiscal Year 2025 Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security - FEMA has unveiled the Fiscal Year 2025 Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) Program, aimed at bolstering the capabilities of fire departments, nonaffiliated emergency medical services, and State Fire Training Academies. With an estimated total funding of $291.6 million, the program seeks to support approximately 1,800 awards, with each recipient potentially receiving up to $9 million. The AFG Program offers critical financial a  more

DOC Announces $15,000 to $75,000 Grants for Alaska Marine Education and Training
WASHINGTON, May 22 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration - ERA Production, is offering the 2026 Alaska Marine Education and Training Mini-Grant Program aimed at enhancing educational initiatives and training in marine environments across Alaska. This funding opportunity seeks to support projects that promote awareness, education, and workforce development relating to Alaska's rich and diverse marine resources. Eligible applicants for the mini-grants   more

DOI Announces Funding for Historic Preservation Through National Park Service Subgrant Program
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior, through the National Park Service, has launched the FY2025 & FY2026 Historic Preservation Fund - Paul Bruhn Historic Revitalization Subgrant Program. This initiative aims to revitalize historic properties, particularly those in rural communities, by providing financial assistance for preservation efforts. Eligible applicants can receive grants ranging from $200,000 to $750,000 to support projects that enhance the character and sustainab  more

DOI Announces Historic Preservation Grants for Semiquincentennial Projects
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior, through the National Park Service, has launched the FY2025 & FY2026 Historic Preservation Fund - Semiquincentennial Grants, aimed at supporting projects that commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States. With awards ranging from $15,000 to $750,000, this initiative is designed to enhance the preservation of significant historic sites and promote community engagement in celebrating America's history. Eligible projects may inclu  more

DOI Announces Preservation Grants to Protect Historic Treasures
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior, through the National Park Service, has launched the FY2025 Historic Preservation Fund - Save America's Treasures Preservation Grants. These grants aim to assist in the preservation of nationally significant historic properties and collections. With awards ranging from $125,000 to $750,000, the program is designed to support projects that safeguard iconic landmarks and artefacts, ensuring their protection for future generations. Eligibl  more

DOI Supports Coastal Habitat Restoration with $500,000 Grant Opportunity
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior, through the Fish and Wildlife Service, has announced the Coastal Program FY26 grant opportunity aimed at enhancing coastal habitat conservation efforts. This initiative is designed to support projects that will protect, restore, and manage coastal ecosystems vital for wildlife and human communities alike. The grant, titled F26AS00069, offers funding ranging from $1 to $500,000 for initiatives that promote collaboration among partners, i  more

DOI Unveils $25,000 to $750,000 Grants for Historic Preservation of Cultural Collections
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior, through the National Park Service, has launched the FY2025 Historic Preservation Fund - Save America's Treasures - Collection Grants. This initiative aims to support the preservation of nationally significant collections, ensuring the safeguarding of invaluable cultural heritage across the nation. These grants are designed to provide funding ranging from $25,000 to $750,000, targeting projects that enhance the conservation of signific  more

DOT Announces $105.2 Million Grant Opportunity for CDL Program Improvement
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation, through its agency DOT-Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, has unveiled a $105.2 million funding opportunity under the Fiscal Year 2026 Commercial Driver's License Program Implementation (CDLPI). This initiative aims to provide financial assistance to states and eligible entities to enhance and execute the national Commercial Driver's License program. The CDLPI program is designed to uphold the principle of One Driver - One L  more

DOT Announces Grants for Community Technical Assistance in Pipeline Safety
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation, through the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Admin, has rolled out its FY 2026 Technical Assistance Information to Communities Grants. This initiative aims to bolster community preparedness and response capabilities concerning hazardous materials and pipeline safety. With awards ranging from $50,000 to $1 million, the grants are designed to support local governments, nonprofit organizations, and educational institutions that p  more

DOT Grants $3.5 Million for CMV Operator Safety Training Program
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation, through the DOT-Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, has launched the FY2026 Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator Safety Training Program (CMVOST), aimed at enhancing the safety and proficiency of future commercial driver's license (CDL) holders. The program is set to provide an estimated total funding of $3.5 million, with awards capped at $200,000 for successful applicants. This grant initiative focuses on organizations that of  more

DOT Grants $56.5 Million for High Priority Program to Enhance Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation, through the DOT-Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, has launched its FY2026 High Priority Program-Commercial Motor Vehicle (HP-CMV), offering a total award ceiling of $56.5 million aimed at improving safety in the commercial motor vehicle sector. With an expectation of approximately 55 awards, the HP-CMV program seeks to bolster safety initiatives focused on high-risk crash corridors for both commercial and non-commercial v  more

DOT Offers Grant for Enhanced Pipeline Emergency Response Training
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation, through its Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Admin, has unveiled the Fiscal Year 2026 Pipeline Emergency Response Grant (PERG) program aimed at bolstering the nation's preparedness for pipeline emergencies. This grant opportunity is designed to support training and capacity-building initiatives for first responders and emergency management agencies that deal with hazardous materials incidents. With a funding range between $50,0  more

HHS Announces $18 Million Grant Opportunity to Enhance Resources for Individuals with Autism and Fragile X
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Centers for Disease Control - NCBDDD, has unveiled a grant initiative titled Understanding and Promoting Resources and Opportunities for People with Autism and Fragile X and their Families Across the Lifespan. With an estimated total funding of $18 million and an expected 11 awards, this program seeks to gather vital data to improve support and resources for individuals with autism and fragile X syndrome (FXS).   more

HHS Announces Grant for Alzheimer's Disease Genetic Research Data Storage
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, has unveiled a grant opportunity aimed at enhancing research infrastructures for Alzheimer's disease. The grant focuses on the establishment of the NIA Genetics of Alzheimer's Disease Data Storage Site (NIAGADS), which is designed to facilitate the secure storage and sharing of genetic data related to Alzheimer's research. Targeting researchers and institutions in the field of Alzh  more

HHS Grant Aims to Boost Awareness of Alpha-gal Syndrome
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Centers for Disease Control - NCEZID, has announced a federal grant opportunity intended to enhance awareness and knowledge of Alpha-gal Syndrome across the United States. This grant aims to support initiatives addressing the rising public health concern related to this tick-borne allergy. The awarded funding, ranging from $25,000 to $1 million, is designed for projects that will educate communities, healthcare  more

HHS Grant Opportunity to Enhance Maternal and Pediatric HIV/AIDS Research
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, has announced a grant opportunity aimed at advancing research in maternal and pediatric HIV/AIDS. Titled Using Archived Data and Specimen Collections to Advance Maternal and Pediatric HIV/AIDS Research, this initiative invites eligible applicants to apply for funding focused on the analysis and translation of archived HIV/AIDS data and specimens. With an estimated total funding of   more

HHS Grants $20 Million for HEAL Initiative Data Coordination and Integration
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, has announced a grant opportunity aimed at establishing the HEAL Initiative: INTERACT Data Coordination and Integration Center. This initiative will focus on advancing comprehensive data coordination and integration in support of innovative approaches to pain management and substance use disorder treatment. With a total funding allocation of $20 million, this grant is designed for   more

HHS Provides Grant Opportunity for Program Integrity and Fraud Prevention Evaluations
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Administration for Children and Families, has announced a grant opportunity aimed at enhancing the integrity of social service programs and preventing fraud. Titled Evaluations of Practices for Program Integrity and Fraud Prevention, the initiative invites organizations to assess and improve existing practices to safeguard funding and resources allocated to critical child and family services. Available funding f  more

HHS Supports Collaborative Research with All of Us Program to Analyze Participant Biospecimens
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, has announced a funding opportunity aimed at advancing the goals of the All of Us research initiative. The grant, titled Accelerating Discovery through Partnered Research with All of Us to Analyze Participant Biospecimens, seeks innovative proposals that leverage participant biospecimens to enhance health research and promote health equity. This grant is designed to encourage colla  more

HHS Supports Heart Failure Research with $3.5 Million Grant Opportunity through NIH
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, has announced a funding opportunity titled HeartShare 2.0: Refining Heart Failure Subtypes and Treatment Targets for Personalized Clinical Trials. This initiative aims to develop a Clinical Trial Center and up to seven Clinical Centers dedicated to advancing research on heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF). With an award ceiling of $500,000 and an estimated total   more

HHS Supports Heart Failure Research with Grant for Personalized Clinical Trials
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, has announced the availability of funding for innovative research aimed at refining heart failure subtypes and identifying treatment targets for personalized clinical trials. The initiative, titled Single Source: HeartShare 2.0: Refining Heart Failure Subtypes and Treatment Targets for Personalized Clinical Trials - Data Translation Center (U54 Clinical Trial Optional), is designed   more

USDA Offers Funding Through Rural Business Development Grant Program
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture, through its Rural Business-Cooperative Service, has announced the availability of funding through the Rural Business Development Grant Program. This initiative aims to support the development of small and emerging businesses in rural areas, enhancing economic growth and job creation. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, local governments, and federally recognized Indian tribes, all focusing on innovative solutions that bo  more