Grant Deadline: This program accepts applications on an ongoing basis.
Grants for training and equipment
Through the Gary Sinise Foundation’s First Responders Outreach, the Gary Sinise grants provide help to critical funding for emergency relief, training, and essential equipment to ensure first responders can perform to the best of their abilities.
As of October 2022, the Gary Sinise Foundation has provided:
- 428 emergency relief grants to police, firefighters, and EMTs
- 12,887 pieces of essential equipment donated by the Gary Sinise Foundation
- 1,135 first responder training grants were funded by the Gary Sinise Foundation
Grants are reserved for Law Enforcement Departments, Fire Departments, and Paramedic or EMS departments.
Building costs or operating costs are not covered under this grant.