56 Iowa Grants for Emergency Medical Services and Homeland Security

56 EMS and Homeland Security Grants for Iowa

Discover grants to support EMS groups and emergency service providers, including first responders, volunteer fire departments, and ambulance services. Additional grants support law enforcement and police departments. Funding covers homeland and national security efforts, capacity-building, equipment purchases, training, and emergency preparedness initiatives.

Filter this list of EMS and homeland security grants above by recipient type, location, and funding source to find opportunities for equipment, training, or preparedness projects. GrantWatch's Grant Prospecting Dashboard and Grant Funding Pipeline help first responder agencies and public safety organizations track funding through every stage, while GrantWatch Intelligence™ and the AI Grant Writing Tool speed up funder research and grant writing.

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Grants to USA State Educational Agencies for School Safety Initiatives

Deadline: 07/28/26

Grants to USA state educational agencies for school safety initiatives. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is intended to improve security infrastructure in school buildings and emergency response protocols, and to increase training an...

GrantWatch ID#: 229674
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Grants to USA Law Enforcement Agencies for Mental Health Programs to Benefit Police

Deadline: 07/30/26

Grants to USA and territories law enforcement agencies for mental health programs that benefit police officers. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support training, services, and programmi...

GrantWatch ID#: 185686
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Grants to USA Nonprofit and Faith-Based Organizations for Community Benefit Initiatives

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to USA qualifying nonprofit and faith-based organizations for community benefit initiatives. Funding is intended for a wide range of programs that assist those in need. High priority is given to organizations that provide services to children. Eligible appl...

GrantWatch ID#: 215932

Grants to USA Agencies, School Districts, and Tribes to Enhance Security in Schools

Deadline: 08/04/26

Grants to USA and territories state and local governments, school systems and districts, Tribes, and public agencies to enhance security in K-12 schools and on school premises. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 183989

Cooperative Agreement to a USA Entity for Safety Training Programs for First Responders

Deadline: 08/04/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA government agency, Tribe, IHE, or for-profit, nonprofit, or faith-based organization for training programs to improve the safety of the general public and law enforcement officers. Applicants are advised that required registrations m...

GrantWatch ID#: 188072

Grants to USA Fire Departments for Training, Technology, and Equipment Purchases

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA fire departments to enhance operations. Funding may be used for training, technology, and equipment. Eligible applicants include both paid and volunteer departments. The goal of the funding program is to help saves the lives of firef...

GrantWatch ID#: 167712

Grants to Minnesota and Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Programs Benefitting Reside...

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants to Minnesota and Iowa nonprofit organizations and government agencies for community programs benefitting residents in the funder's service area. Funding is intended for environmental education, programs addressing disadvantaged youth, emergency relief, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 225945

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Entrepreneurs to Participate in a Competition t...

Deadline: 08/16/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs to participate in a competition for projects to strengthen and promote growth in Israel. Funding is intended for initiatives in a wide range of focus areas, including but not limited to agriculture, heal...

GrantWatch ID#: 222076

Grants to USA Law Enforcement Agencies to Improve the Safety of Local Communities

Deadline: 08/17/26

Grants to USA and territories local, state, and tribal law enforcement agencies for projects that strengthen the security of local communities. Applicants must complete the required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended to implement community polici...

GrantWatch ID#: 187925

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Dog- and Animal-Related Initiatives

Deadline: 08/17/26

Grants to USA and territories qualifying nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribes for dog- and animal-related initiatives. In recognition of America250, this year's program will support organizations that serve military communities, military famili...

GrantWatch ID#: 213560

Grants to USA Law Enforcement Agencies for De-Escalation Technique Training

Deadline: 08/27/26

Grants to USA and territories local, state, and tribal law enforcement agencies to train law enforcement agents in de-escalation techniques. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Eligible uses of funds include trave...

GrantWatch ID#: 214814

Grants to USA Law Enforcement for De-Escalation Techniques Training Curriculum

Deadline: 08/27/26

Grants to USA and territories law enforcement training academies to include de-escalation techniques in the training of law enforcement agents. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Eligible uses of funds include eq...

GrantWatch ID#: 214816

Donations and Sponsorships to Colorado, Illinois, and Iowa Nonprofits for Community Benefit

Deadline: 09/01/26

Donations and sponsorships of up to $5,000 to Colorado, Illinois, and Iowa nonprofit organizations for community benefit activities in regions served by the funding source. Focus areas include health and wellness, children and education, emergency response, entrep...

GrantWatch ID#: 228447

Grants to Iowa and Nebraska EMS, Fire, and Police Departments for Safety Initiatives

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Iowa and Nebraska municipalities and qualifying EMS, fire, and police departments in eligible regions for safety and preparedness initiatives. Funding is intended for training programs, gear and equipment, and infrastructure and facility...

GrantWatch ID#: 229092

Service Contracts to Iowa Entities to Improve Rural Neonatal and Maternal EMS Transport

Deadline: 09/01/26

Contracts for services to Iowa nonprofits, government entities, and academic institutions operating an emergency medical transport service that serves at least one county with rural areas to conduct a program to strengthen emergency neonatal and maternal transport...

GrantWatch ID#: 231309

Service Contracts to Iowa Nonprofits, Agencies, and For-Profits to Improve Rural Health Servic...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Contracts for services to Iowa nonprofits, government entities, for-profits, and academic institutions providing emergency medical services to initiate improved health services for rural areas. Successful applicants will establish, or expand the reach of, programs...

GrantWatch ID#: 231310

Grant to an Iowa Nonprofit or Agency for an Impactful Community Project

Deadline: 09/02/26

Grant of up to $50,000 to an Iowa nonprofit organization or government organization for a project that will be impactful to communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that are innovative, sustainable, collaborative, and have a positive imp...

GrantWatch ID#: 226390

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Schools, and Municipalities to Improve Rural Areas

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, community groups, schools, and municipalities for projects to improve the quality of life in rural areas. Focus areas include health and well-being, education, workforce, business and economic development, and...

GrantWatch ID#: 228538

Grants to Iowa and Wisconsin Organizations for Programs and Projects that Benefit Residents in...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to Iowa and Wisconsin organizations for programs, projects, and initiatives that benefit communities where the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended for organizations that provide services in a variety of focus areas, including environ...

GrantWatch ID#: 185601

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Programs to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 09/18/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states and locations for programs that benefit local residents. Funding is intended for projects and activities that focus on nutrition and food security; military service members, veterans, and first responders; c...

GrantWatch ID#: 174057

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual or Organization for Strides in Worldwide S...

Deadline: 09/23/26

Award to a USA, Canada, or International individual or organization in recognition of tremendous strides in the area of worldwide security. The purpose of the award is to honor unique contributions in areas including technology, research publications, new initiati...

GrantWatch ID#: 223425

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations to Improve Navy Electrical Systems

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations and research institutions to improve Navy electrical systems. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to submitting an application. The purpose of funding is to...

GrantWatch ID#: 230254

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies to Enhance the Local Quality of Life

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations and units of government, including libraries, public schools, state universities, and fire departments to enhance the quality of life in eligible locations. Focus areas include health and human services, educ...

GrantWatch ID#: 172752

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs to Develop High-Spe...

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, research institutions, and IHEs for preliminary studies on developing high-speed weapons systems. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to submitting an appl...

GrantWatch ID#: 230252

Grants to Iowa and Missouri Nonprofits for Projects that Impact Local Communities

Deadline: 11/01/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to Iowa and Missouri nonprofit organizations for projects to benefit residents in eligible locations. Priority will be given to projects that will impact the largest percentage of community members. Previous grants supported public libraries...

GrantWatch ID#: 177501

Grants to USA, Canada, and Mexico Nonprofits, Municipalities, and Associations for Programs to...

Deadline: 11/16/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and Mexico nonprofit organizations, municipalities, social enterprises, and Indigenous groups for activities to benefit communities where the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the...

GrantWatch ID#: 167553

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, and IHEs for Navy Communicat...

Deadline: 11/16/26 LOI Date: 07/31/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, research institutions, and IHEs to improve Navy communications interoperability. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations prior to submitting an application. The purp...

GrantWatch ID#: 230253

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Projects and Activities that will Help Pro...

Deadline: 01/31/27

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools for projects and activities that will help protect first responders. Funding may be requested for equipment, training, repairs, and any other activities that will help protect...

GrantWatch ID#: 218103

Grant to a USA Law Enforcement Officer to Purchase Strength Training Equipment

Deadline: 02/15/27

Grant of up to $5,000 to a USA law enforcement officer to purchase strength training equipment. Funding is intended to provide a law enforcement officer with the tools needed to improve their health and safety through enhanced physical training, including strength...

GrantWatch ID#: 217384

Grant to a USA Fitness Professional to Purchase Exercise Equipment to Support the Training of ...

Deadline: 02/15/27

Grant of up to $5,000 to a USA fitness professional to purchase exercise equipment to support the training of firefighters. Funding is intended to improve the well-being and health of both volunteer and career firefighters. All applicants must be current members o...

GrantWatch ID#: 223364

Grant to a USA Fitness Professional to Purchase Exercise Equipment to Support the Training of ...

Deadline: 02/15/27

Grant of up to $5,000 to a USA fitness professional to purchase exercise equipment to support the training of law enforcement. Funding is intended to improve the well-being and health of various members of law enforcement. All applicants must be current members of...

GrantWatch ID#: 223366

Grants to USA Families of Active or Injured Military Service Members and Veterans for Children...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $300 to USA families of active military personnel and injured service members or veterans to support extracurricular activities for children. Funding is intended for a range of activities such as camps, sports, tutoring, performing and fine arts, d...

GrantWatch ID#: 156741

Grants to USA Military Personnel and Veterans in Multiple States to Assist in Purchasing a New...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA veteran and military families in multiple states for financial assistance in purchasing a new home. Funding is intended to assist eligible families in covering the costs associated with the closing process. The funding source will assist with negotia...

GrantWatch ID#: 157100

Grants to USA First Responders, Military Personnel, and Veterans with Disabilities for Sports ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA first responders, military personnel, and veterans with disabilities for sports and fitness programs that enhance their physical and mental health. Applicants may request funding for sports equipment and program expenses. The purpose of the program i...

GrantWatch ID#: 159935

Grants to Canada, Israel, and International Jewish Organizations to Increase Security

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to Canada, Israel, and International Jewish institutions and community organizations, including Jewish schools, synagogues, and community centers, to increase security. Funding is intended to assist Jewish institutions around the world so that Jewish commun...

GrantWatch ID#: 164114

Grants to USA Organizations, Fire Departments, and Individuals to Respond to Fires and Other D...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA organizations and fire departments to respond to fires and disasters and offer assistance to victims. Individuals impacted by a fire or disaster may also apply for financial assistance. Organizations may request funding for services to victims, as we...

GrantWatch ID#: 164234

Grants to USA Law Enforcement Agencies for Safety Equipment and Training to Protect Officers

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies for safety equipment and training initiatives that enhance officer protection. Funding is intended to support the acquisition of protective equipment and, in certain cases, training resources that im...

GrantWatch ID#: 164652

Grants to USA Law Enforcement Agencies for Costs Related to Purchasing and Training Police Dogs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $4,500 to USA and territories law enforcement agencies for acquiring skilled and efficient police dogs. Funding is intended to assist police departments with the overwhelming costs needed to acquire a trained canine. Funding may be used to help cov...

GrantWatch ID#: 178293

Grants to USA Agencies, Nonprofits, and Schools for Emergency Response Services

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $40,000 to USA and Puerto Rico fire departments, EMS agencies, law enforcement agencies, public safety and nonprofit organizations, and schools in eligible regions to improve emergency response capacity. Funding may be used for the purchase of life...

GrantWatch ID#: 179675

Grants to USA Families of Fallen First Responders for Bereavement Costs and to Mitigate Financ...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of $5,000 to USA bereaved families of fallen first responders. Funding is intended to provide financial assistance to families after the loss of their loved ones. For the purposes of this grant, first responders include police officers, EMTs, paramedics, fi...

GrantWatch ID#: 194686

Financial Assistance to USA Healthcare and Emergency Workers for Mental Health Treatment Resul...

Deadline: Ongoing

Financial assistance of up to $2,000 to USA healthcare and emergency workers for mental health treatment. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Applicants must be seeking treatment for diagnoses resulting from frontline work. Funding is intended...

GrantWatch ID#: 196989

Grants to USA Nonprofits and First Responder Agencies for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations and first responder agencies for projects and programs that benefit local communities and families. Proposals may fall into one of the following categories: youth education activities and programs, first respon...

GrantWatch ID#: 197977

In-Kind Donations and Grants to USA Military Veterans and First Responders to Provide Homes an...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind donations and grants to USA military veterans, first responders, and their families to provide homes or to conduct required home improvement projects. Recipients will receive mortgage-free homes or modifications to their current homes implemented by builde...

GrantWatch ID#: 203678

Grants to USA Coast Guard Members to Mitigate Loss Resulting from Natural Disasters

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,000 to USA Coast Guard members for financial assistance in the wake of natural disasters. Funding is intended to relieve the personal financial burden that these first responders have experienced from damage wrought to their own homes and proper...

GrantWatch ID#: 207296

Grants and Scholarships to USA Coast Guard Members and their Families for Assistance Following...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants and scholarships to USA Coast Guard members and their families for assistance following a catastrophe within the family. Funding is intended to assist with family expenses if a Coast Guard member passes away, is injured, or is critically ill, or if a member...

GrantWatch ID#: 207297

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations, Businesses, and Individuals for Projec...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations, businesses, and individuals for projects related to cybersecurity. Funding is intended to develop cybersecurity capabilities powered by artificial intelligence. Priority will be given to projects that incorpo...

GrantWatch ID#: 209338

Grants to USA Community Service Heroes in Multiple States for Help in Purchasing a Home

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA community service heroes in multiple states for help with purchasing a home. Funding is intended for police officers, social workers, teachers, medical professionals, postal workers, and firefighters. The grant will cover closing costs when these ind...

GrantWatch ID#: 211644

Donations of Safety Items to USA Individuals, First Responders, and Police Departments to Incr...

Deadline: Ongoing

Donations of safety items to USA individuals, first responders, police departments, and resource centers to increase the personal safety of individuals with autism. Caregivers of people with autism may request a tracking bracelet or a seat belt cover, and first re...

GrantWatch ID#: 216759

Grants to USA Agencies for Emergency Wildfire Response

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and territories local, Tribal, and state government agencies for emergency assistance to manage and contain wildfires. Funding is intended for firefighting activities, emergency protective measures, and administrative expenses. Eligible fires are loc...

GrantWatch ID#: 218627

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Animal-Assisted Programs

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for animal-assisted programs. Eligible programs include animal-assisted therapy programs, animal-assisted activity programs, and service dogs. The purpose of the program is to support endeavors that are mutually beneficial to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 221268
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