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FY 2026 Assistance for Local Emergency Response Training (ALERT) Grant

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Admin · Opportunity number 693JK326NF0010

Details summarized from the official notice as of Jun 23, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines and requirements in the official notice before applying.

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This opportunity is closed as of Jun 22, 2026. It is kept here for reference. See the related open opportunities below, or check the official listing in case the agency posts a new cycle.

Key facts

Opportunity number693JK326NF0010
AgencyPipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Admin
Department of Transportation
Assistance listing (ALN, formerly CFDA)20.709
PostedMay 18, 2026
DeadlineJun 22, 2026
Award ceiling$1,000,000
Award floor$500,000
Expected number of awards8
Estimated total program funding$1,000,000
Cost sharing or matching requiredNo
Funding typeGrant
CategoryEmployment labor and training
Last updated hereJun 23, 2026

Summary from the notice

The ALERT grant promotes hazmat response training for volunteer or remote emergency responders. Response activities include the transportation of crude oil, ethanol, and other flammable liquids by rail consistent with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards. The ALERT grant is competitively awarded to non-profit organizations capable of delivering an established curriculum to emergency responders.

Who can apply

The official notice lists these applicant types as eligible:

  • Private colleges and universities
  • Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)
  • Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)
  • Public and state colleges and universities

Who should take a closer look

  • Nonprofits
  • Colleges and universities

Not listed as eligible

  • Small businesses
  • State governments
  • Local governments
  • Tribal governments and organizations
  • Larger for-profit companies
  • Individuals

Unless the eligibility text in the notice names you, this opportunity is probably not for you.

Registrations you will likely need

Most applications submitted through Grants.gov need the following. Registration can take several weeks, so start early. The notice lists the exact requirements.

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