The FY 2026 Community Safety Grant (CSG) provides funding to nonprofit organizations to help communities prepare for and respond to hazardous materials (hazmat) accidents. This includes training for state and local enforcement personnel on safe hazmat transportation. The goal is to improve accident readiness, benefiting communities nationwide.
Who it's for: This grant is for nonprofit organizations, including those with and without 501(c)(3) status, Native American tribal organizations, and public or state institutions of higher education. These organizations should have a mission that includes enhancing community safety in relation to hazmat incidents.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Individuals
- Organizations not involved in community safety or hazmat preparedness
- Organizations outside the U.S.
- Entities seeking funding for unrelated activities
What You May Need
- Proof of nonprofit status (if applicable)
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget outline
- Organizational mission statement
- Training program details
- Evidence of community impact
- Past performance documentation
- Organizational financial statements
- Letters of support or partnership (if applicable)
Cautions
- Ensure your mission aligns with community safety and hazmat preparedness.
- Be clear about how your project will improve community readiness.
- Funding is competitive; ensure your application is thorough and well-documented.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include: Native American tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments), public and state institutions of higher education, nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, and nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status. These entities must have a mission that includes enhancing community safety in relation to hazmat incidents.
Overview
This grant is for nonprofit organizations, including those with and without 501(c)(3) status, Native American tribal organizations, and public or state institutions of higher education. These organizations should have a mission that includes enhancing community safety in relation to hazmat incidents.
Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Individuals
- Organizations not involved in community safety or hazmat preparedness
- Organizations outside the U.S.
- Entities seeking funding for unrelated activities
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to train state and local enforcement personnel on safe hazmat transportation and other activities that enhance community readiness for hazmat incidents. The goal is to improve community safety and accident preparedness.
Total Program Funding
$1,000,000
Expected Awards
7
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 18, 2026
- Deadline
- Jun 19, 2026(6 days)
- Archive Date
- Jul 19, 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify your organization's eligibility.
- Prepare a detailed project proposal focused on community safety.
- Gather financial statements and proof of nonprofit status.
- Develop a budget outline for the proposed activities.
- Compile evidence of past performance and community impact.
- Submit the application by the deadline: June 19, 2026.