POOL SAFELY GRANT PROGRAM (PSGP) 2026
This grant provides funding to state and local governments for drowning prevention education and pool safety regulation enforcement to protect children in pools and spas.
Funder: Consumer Product Safety Commission
Due Dates: July 13, 2026: Full application submission deadline
Funding Amounts: $50,000–$400,000 per award over 2 years; ~$4,000,000 total program funding; ~15 awards expected
Summary: Supports state, local, and tribal governments in preventing child drownings and drain entrapments in pools and spas through education and enforcement initiatives.
Key Information: Minimum 25% of funds must support enforcement; no cost-sharing required; strict eligibility and submission requirements.
Description
This program, authorized under the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (VGB Act), provides competitive grants to state, local, and tribal governments to reduce child drownings and drain entrapments in pools and spas. Funding supports both enforcement of safety standards and public education initiatives. At least 25% of each grant must be allocated to enforcement activities (such as hiring and training code enforcement personnel), with the remainder available for educational outreach and administrative costs related to education. The program aims to help jurisdictions implement effective pool safety laws and raise awareness of drowning prevention best practices.
