The FY 2026 ALERT Grant is designed to fund training programs for emergency responders, specifically focusing on handling hazardous materials like crude oil and ethanol transported by rail. The goal is to ensure responders are prepared for incidents involving these substances, following established safety standards.
Who it's for: This grant is for non-profit organizations, public and state institutions of higher education, and Native American tribal organizations that can provide training to emergency responders, especially those in volunteer or remote areas.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Individuals
- Organizations without a proven curriculum for emergency responder training
- Entities not involved in emergency response or training
- Applications submitted after the deadline
What You May Need
- Proof of non-profit status or eligibility
- Detailed training curriculum
- Budget proposal
- Organizational history and mission statement
- Documentation of past training programs
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Compliance with NFPA standards
- Completed application form
- Evidence of ability to reach volunteer or remote responders
Cautions
- Ensure compliance with NFPA standards
- Limited total funding means high competition
- Strict adherence to application guidelines is crucial
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include public and state institutions of higher education, non-profit organizations without 501(c)(3) status, other Native American tribal organizations, and non-profit organizations with 501(c)(3) status. These entities must be capable of delivering a curriculum to emergency responders, particularly those in volunteer or remote areas.
Overview
This grant is for non-profit organizations, public and state institutions of higher education, and Native American tribal organizations that can provide training to emergency responders, especially those in volunteer or remote areas.
Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Individuals
- Organizations without a proven curriculum for emergency responder training
- Entities not involved in emergency response or training
- Applications submitted after the deadline
Use of Funds
The funds can be used to develop and deliver training programs for emergency responders. This includes curriculum development, training materials, instructor fees, and other related expenses necessary to conduct the training in line with NFPA standards.
Total Program Funding
$1,000,000
Expected Awards
8
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 18, 2026
- Deadline
- Jun 19, 2026(6 days)
- Archive Date
- Jul 19, 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as a non-profit or eligible institution
- Develop or update training curriculum
- Prepare a detailed budget proposal
- Gather organizational documents and mission statement
- Collect letters of support or partnership agreements
- Ensure compliance with NFPA standards
- Complete the application form
- Submit the application by the deadline