Rural Emergency Medical Services Training
This grant supports recruiting and training EMS personnel to deliver life-saving emergency care and rapid hospital transport in rural areas, easing pressure on local hospitals.
Funder: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis
Due Dates: July 16, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $300,000 per award for up to 2 years; ~$13.5M total funding; ~45 awards expected.
Summary: Supports projects to improve emergency medical services in rural areas or for rural residents.
Key Information: No cost sharing or match required; eligibility limited to certain EMS agencies.
Description
This grant program aims to enhance emergency medical services (EMS) in rural areas or for residents of rural communities. Funding is intended to support training and capacity-building initiatives for rural EMS agencies, helping them better serve their populations and address unique challenges faced in rural health emergencies.
