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.
The Department of the Interior is providing up to $21 million in WaterSMART grants this year. Read inside for information on Las Cruses, NM’s efforts to secure funding for water conservation efforts and an outline of the Federal grant program.
The EPA recently awarded its 2012 Smart Growth Awards to four first place winners. One city created a plan to renovate its downtown corridor, sparking significant job growth and $273 million in economic output. We detail the four first place winners inside as well as EPA grants.
With its first biodiesel fueling station, Smyrna, GA, will begin fueling and converting its municipal fleet with cooking oil that has been converted to diesel. Read the details on reduced emissions, savings, vendors and the City’s plan inside
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Federal funding will help replace Orwigsburg’s outdated, space-limited facility with a safer, expanded design to boost response capabilities, support volunteers and serve as a community emergency shelter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
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