SFY26 Preparedness, Response, and Unmet Needs Grant Program

The SFY26 Preparedness, Response, and Unmet Needs Grant Program is a grant program administered by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) to support homeland security preparedness, response, and unmet needs. The program has a total funding of $10,000,000 and is open to eligible applicants such as government organizations and statewide mutual aid organizations. The grant program aims to enhance statewide emergency preparedness and response. Key aspects of the program include: • Eligible applicants must be identified in the State of Illinois Homeland Security Strategy • The grant program is non-competitive • Indirect costs are allowed • Quarterly performance progress reports are required • The program is subject to the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) compliance The grant program supports various activities such as homeland security needs for emergency preparedness and response.