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.
Two recent grant awards from the US Fish and Wildlife Service’s Boating Infrastructure Grant Program show how the agency is trying to help cities maintain and upgrade water-based public assets. Inside we detail grants given to Annapolis, MD and Chattanooga, TN
In an effort to lure new businesses to Beachwood, OH, population 11,953, the city is offering financial incentives in the form of grants based on a percentage of annual payroll taxes. Inside, we highlight details of this program and other effective economic development implementations around the U.S.
In Las Vegas, New Mexico, the ciy is combining USDA grants with private money to revitalize its downtown area. Read inside to learn more about the $890k in grants received have helped to launch 18 new businesses and create 180+ jobs
Preparedness and Resiliency Grants Expand with C-UAS and FIFA World Cup Programs
Cabarrus County EMS and Atrium Health Cabarrus are now delivering blood transfusions in the field, using rapid infusers and mobile blood units
Federal funding will help replace Orwigsburg’s outdated, space-limited facility with a safer, expanded design to boost response capabilities, support volunteers and serve as a community emergency shelter
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
