FY 2026 Supplemental Public Sector Training Grant (SPST)
This grant funds national nonprofit fire service organizations to train instructors and responders for hazardous materials (HAZMAT) accident and incident response.
Funder: Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Admin
Due Dates: June 18, 2026 (Questions due) | June 22, 2026 (Full application due)
Funding Amounts: $2,000,000 total; individual awards expected between $500,000 and $1,000,000; period of performance 12–24 months
Summary: Supports national nonprofit fire service organizations in delivering train-the-trainer HAZMAT response programs for emergency responders.
Key Information: No cost sharing required; only one application per applicant; applications must be submitted electronically via grants.gov.
Description
This funding opportunity from the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) aims to enhance public safety by supporting national nonprofit fire service organizations in developing and delivering train-the-trainer programs for hazardous materials (HAZMAT) response. The grant is designed to fund projects that train instructors and individuals with statutory responsibility to respond to HAZMAT incidents, ensuring effective emergency response and alignment with national safety standards.
The program prioritizes projects that demonstrate a clear impact on the safe transport of hazardous materials and the readiness of emergency responders. Grant funds may also be used for training individuals responsible for responding to accidents and incidents involving hazardous materials, as appropriate.
