This grant provides funding to support the National Urban Search and Rescue Response System. It helps maintain the readiness of 28 national task forces that respond to emergencies like natural disasters or other incidents by conducting search and rescue operations and helping stabilize communities.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations that are part of the National Urban Search and Rescue Response System, specifically the 28 national task forces involved in emergency response operations.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being one of the 28 national task forces
- Failure to meet application deadline
- Incomplete application submission
What You May Need
- Proof of affiliation with one of the 28 task forces
- Detailed budget proposal
- Plan for fund usage
- Organizational readiness documentation
- Previous performance reports
- Registration with federal grant systems
- Completed application form
Cautions
- Strict deadline of August 31, 2026
- Funds must be used for specified purposes only
- Ensure all documentation is complete and accurate
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligibility is unrestricted, but realistically, it's intended for the 28 national task forces that are part of the National Urban Search and Rescue Response System. These task forces are responsible for responding to emergencies and conducting search and rescue operations.
Overview
This grant is for organizations that are part of the National Urban Search and Rescue Response System, specifically the 28 national task forces involved in emergency response operations.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being one of the 28 national task forces
- Failure to meet application deadline
- Incomplete application submission
Use of Funds
The funds can be used for administration, program and grant management, training, exercises, procurement of vehicles and equipment, and storage and maintenance to ensure task force readiness.
Total Program Funding
$55,593,824
Expected Awards
28
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Aug 24, 2026
- Deadline
- Aug 31, 2026(4 days)
- Archive Date
- Dec 31, 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as one of the 28 task forces
- Gather proof of task force affiliation
- Prepare a detailed budget proposal
- Draft a comprehensive plan for fund usage
- Compile organizational readiness documentation
- Collect previous performance reports
- Register with federal grant systems
- Complete the application form
- Submit the application by August 31, 2026