EMS Grants
EMS1’s Grants section provides a comprehensive database of grants, news, information and resources to help EMS providers identify and secure available grant funding.
EMS agencies can tap into $5 billion in SS4A grant funds to improve post-crash care, reduce response times and prevent avoidable traffic fatalities
Reviewing equipment age and NOFO priorities can help EMS agencies build more competitive grant proposals
Why post-crash care matters: 42% of patients alive at EMS arrival die later
The best feedback is timely, relevant, specific and actionable
Inspiring ways to recognize providers’ contributions, educate the community and recruit the next generation
Millions in funding are now available to support prevention, treatment and recovery programs
Community paramedicine programs across Maine were dealt a major setback after federal grants were abruptly terminated, leaving departments without crucial funding to provide proactive care
A guide to securing grants, building partnerships and sustaining MIH-CP programs
With newly licensed paramedics, the Spring Lake Fire Department is one of only three departments in the county to offer ALS
When it comes to grant funding, a well-developed plan can be key to securing the funds your organization needs
A state grant helped the LeRoy Ambulance Service replace an older intercept unit and an ambulance
The Forest Hills Area Ambulance Association will replace its aging, high-mileage ambulance, easing the burden of rising costs and declining insurance reimbursements
After a warning of grant funding delays, the UBMD EMS Program Agency has closed its doors, ending administrative support for local emergency medical services
EMS grant guru Corey Carlson breaks down the nationwide opioid settlements and how emergency service providers can benefit
The Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley continues its support for EMS, granting scholarships to aspiring medics while honoring the legacy of EMS pioneer John T. Sloper
Delaware County fire and EMS providers will receive funding as part of a $37 million grant program supporting emergency services across the state
As federal funding uncertainties loom, the Congressional Fire Services Institute emphasizes the need for first responders to follow legislative developments
The Chase County EMS ambulance was built with attention to suspension and noise reduction
FEMA told grant recipients they must provide additional details on fund distribution and use, with processing times extended up to 30 days
Last month the White House paused federal funding to align with Trump’s agenda, disputing the court’s authority to intervene
Lake County’s new Mobile Integrated Healthcare program helps reduce strain on emergency services by providing in-home care for frequent 911 callers
West County Paramedic Association added its first new rig in over a decade, boosting morale
The Office of the State Fire Commissioner issued grants to over 2,500 agencies for equipment, training, facility upgrades and other costs
11 departments received state grants to help with fire and EMS operations
In 2024, the program funded upgrades to nine first responder facilities, including sheriff’s offices and dispatch centers
Tips to help EMS agencies apply for funds
The Office of Management and Budget withdrew its spending freeze just two days after issuing the order
Public safety leaders need to evaluate the impact of executive orders, policy pronouncements and a temporary freeze on grants on their departments and communities
Here is an action plan for assessing the impact of the Trump administration’s temporary freeze on federally funded grants and a federal judge blocking that order
