The Fiscal Year 2026 National Incident Management System (NIMS) grant is designed to support the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC), which helps states assist each other during emergencies like natural disasters or civil unrest. This funding aims to improve coordination and readiness among states to respond quickly and effectively to crises.
Who it's for: This grant is specifically for state governments that are part of the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC).
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a state government
- Not part of the EMAC
- Missing the application deadline
- Incomplete application
- Non-compliance with federal regulations
What You May Need
- Proof of state government status
- Documentation of EMAC membership
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Compliance with federal regulations
- DUNS number
- SAM registration
- Completed application form
- Letters of support from relevant agencies
Cautions
- Ensure all documents are complete and submitted by the deadline.
- Verify eligibility as a state government and EMAC member.
- Follow all federal compliance guidelines.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants for this grant are state governments that are members of the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC). This means the grant is specifically targeted at states that have agreed to provide mutual aid during emergencies, as ratified by Congress.
Overview
This grant is specifically for state governments that are part of the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC).
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a state government
- Not part of the EMAC
- Missing the application deadline
- Incomplete application
- Non-compliance with federal regulations
Use of Funds
The funds can be used to enhance state emergency management capabilities, improve coordination during crises, and support training and readiness of first responders.
Total Program Funding
$3,000,000,000
Expected Awards
1
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jul 17, 2026
- Deadline
- Aug 20, 2026(33 days)
- Archive Date
- Sep 19, 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify state government status
- Confirm EMAC membership
- Register in SAM and obtain a DUNS number
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Develop a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather letters of support from relevant agencies
- Complete the application form
- Submit all documents by the deadline