The FY 2026 Supplemental Public Sector Training Grant (SPST) is designed to help national nonprofit fire service organizations train instructors for HAZMAT response. The goal is to improve safety by ensuring that those responsible for handling hazardous materials incidents are well-prepared.
Who it's for: This grant is for national nonprofit fire service organizations and other Native American tribal organizations that are involved in training instructors for HAZMAT response.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status
- Organizations not involved in HAZMAT training
- Entities outside the United States
What You May Need
- Proof of 501(c)(3) nonprofit status
- Detailed training program proposal
- Budget plan for the use of funds
- Organizational history and mission statement
- List of key personnel and their qualifications
- Documentation of past training activities
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
Cautions
- Ensure your organization is a national nonprofit with 501(c)(3) status.
- Funds are limited to $2,000,000 total for the program.
- Application deadline is strict; late submissions will not be considered.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include national nonprofit fire service organizations with 501(c)(3) status and other Native American tribal organizations. These entities must be involved in training instructors for HAZMAT response programs.
Overview
This grant is for national nonprofit fire service organizations and other Native American tribal organizations that are involved in training instructors for HAZMAT response.
Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status
- Organizations not involved in HAZMAT training
- Entities outside the United States
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to train instructors who will conduct HAZMAT response training programs. They may also be used to train individuals directly responsible for responding to hazardous material incidents, if deemed appropriate.
Total Program Funding
$2,000,000
Expected Awards
2
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 18, 2026
- Deadline
- Jun 19, 2026(6 days)
- Archive Date
- Jul 19, 2026
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- Summer 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify 501(c)(3) nonprofit status
- Develop a comprehensive training program proposal
- Prepare a detailed budget plan
- Gather documentation of previous training activities
- Collect letters of support from partners
- Submit application by June 19, 2026