Grants
Grants are essential financial tools local, state, and federal government agencies provide to support a wide range of public projects, services, and initiatives. These funds help organizations, municipalities, and educational institutions achieve their goals, from infrastructure development to community programs. Understanding how to apply for and manage grants is crucial for maximizing their impact. This directory offers articles on grants and related topics like Gov1 Grants Help, which delves into best practices for tracking, reporting, and effectively utilizing grant funds.
TIGER grants, FAST Act commitments and port security funding are some of the transportation money appropriated to DOT through September.
Housing money, like the Community Development Block Grants, was funded in the 2017 spending bill, quelling fears of affordable housing advocates -- for now.
Trump security before the inauguration got expensive for state and local police and law enforcement agencies. Grants may cover overtime costs.
Half of the grant funding will be distributed in 2026 to areas hosting FIFA World Cup games, America 250 national events and the 2028 Olympic Games
The FEMA SAFER grant will help ensure four-person minimum crews and support safe two-in, two-out operations
Expanding access, strengthening infrastructure, and empowering Rural EMS through federal legislation
Funding includes $625M for FIFA World Cup host cities and $500M for counter-UAS efforts through 2027 under a new federal law
The upgrade streamlines how local government and public safety agencies find, apply for and manage grants
Midland, Saginaw and Bay City fire departments will replace 120 SCBA units, with new expected in service by summer 2026
After a two-year push, North County Fire Chief Keith McReynolds secured a federal grant to rebuild Station 4 with expanded quarters and room for more engines
Somers officials approved funding that covers most staffing costs for two years and part of a third, with recruiting underway
Law enforcement agencies can apply for funding through the $75 million Violent Crime Intervention Fund and the newly launched $100 million Downtown Public Safety Grant Fund
Learn where to find the right grants and how to write winning applications with guidance from industry insiders
Recent policy moves are reshaping how grants are awarded, how recipients are held accountable and what kinds of projects qualify
FEMA funding will cover two-thirds of salaries and benefits for three years, after which Muskegon officials will keep the positions to bolster long-term public safety
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