FFY26 Child Passenger Safety Education NOSA

The Office of Grants and Research is currently accepting applications from eligible entities for the FFY26 Child Passenger Safety Education and Assistance Program. This program, funded by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, aims to reduce child passenger injuries and fatalities by ensuring low-income families who do not qualify for a free car seat from their health insurance provider receive a free car seat(s) and caregivers are educated on their proper installation and usage. Awarded applicants will be provided with car seats for distribution to families in need by certified child passenger safety technicians. • The program will provide up to $500,000 in funding. • Eligible entities include Massachusetts municipal agencies, state agencies, not-for-profit hospitals, and 501(c)(3) organizations serving low-income children and/or families. • Applicants must have at least one certified CPS technician on staff and demonstrate a plan to distribute seats to low-income families. • Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until August 31, 2026, or until all funds have been depleted.