Fiscal Year 2026 National Incident Management System (NIMS)
This grant funds the Emergency Management Assistance Compact to enhance coordination, readiness, and resource sharing among states for managing declared disasters and emergencies in FY 2026.
Funder: Department of Homeland Security - FEMA
Due Dates: August 20, 2026: Full application submission deadline
Funding Amounts: $3,000,000 total; one award; period of performance: 1 year
Summary: Supports the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) to strengthen national mutual aid and coordinated disaster response capabilities among states and territories.
Key Information: Only the EMAC administrator is eligible to apply; no cost share required.
Description
This funding opportunity supports the operational capacity and enhancement of the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC), a congressionally ratified mutual aid agreement that enables states and territories to assist each other during emergencies and disasters. The program is designed to close funding gaps for EMAC operations, improve coordination among member states, and streamline the integration of resources during crises. The award aims to strengthen national resilience, enhance training and readiness of first responders, and improve the efficiency of interstate disaster response.
