State and Local Homeland Security National Training Program
Open Opportunities (1)
Live Grants.gov opportunities funded under this program — you can apply now.
- Fiscal Year 2026 Homeland Security National Training Program Deadline: Jul 31, 2026 · up to $5.7M
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Who has received this funding
Organizations awarded under CFDA 97.005 (USAspending.gov).
- Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service 3 awards $66,680,000
- Louisiana State University 3 awards $63,680,000
- New Mexico Institute Of Mining And Technology 3 awards $63,680,000
- University Of Arkansas Criminal Justice Institute $8,000,000
Funded Projects
Examples of what this program has supported.
Program Objective
The Homeland Security National Training Program (HSNTP) Continuing Training Grants (CTG) program, was created to enhance the nation’s ability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from various emergencies. This program provides financial support to state, local, tribal, and territorial governments, as well as non-profit organizations, to develop and deliver specialized training programs. These programs are designed to improve the skills and knowledge of emergency responders and community members in handling incidents such as natural disasters, terrorist attacks, and other emergencies.
The CTG program is integral to the National Preparedness System, which aims to build and sustain core capabilities necessary for achieving a secure and resilient nation. Since its inception, the CTG program has focused on key areas such as public health emergencies, pandemic preparedness, mass care, sport and special events, and enhancing preparedness in tribal and rural communities. Each year, the program evolves to address new and emerging threats, ensuring that communities across the United States are better equipped to face future challenges.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Local
- State
- Territorial
- Nonprofit Organization
- Other
- Tribal
How to Apply
Award Procedure
Refer to the Notice of Funding Opportunity for CTG available from grants.gov for information on the Criteria for Selecting Proposals associated with CTG.
Decision Timeline
- Renewal interval: > 180 Days
Program details & compliance
Description
The Homeland Security National Training Program (HSNTP) Continuing Training Grants (CTG) program provides financial support to state, local, tribal, and territorial governments, as well as non-profit organizations, to develop and deliver specialized training programs. These programs are designed to improve the skills and knowledge of emergency responders and community members in handling incidents such as natural disasters, terrorist attacks, and other emergencies.
Mission Categories
Primary: Emergency Preparedness
Other categories:
Emergency Preparedness
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Federal funds made available through CTG may be used for the purpose set forth in the CTG funding opportunity announcement, the terms and conditions of the award and must be consistent with the statutory authority for the award. Award funds may not be used for matching funds for any other federal awards, lobbying, or intervention in federal regulatory or adjudicatory proceedings. In addition, federal funds may not be used to sue the Federal Government or any other government entity.
Required Documentation
Training Expertise. Applicants must currently administer an existing training program, consistent with the National Incident Management System (NIMS), relevant to the selected training goals and objectives, have demonstrable expertise to create and administer a training program capable of developing and delivering training for a national audience, and relevant to the selected training focus areas. For the purposes of the CTG program, the minimum standard for training expertise is defined as the principal activities that an organization conducts which are primarily focused on the development and delivery of training for an external audience, but may include an internal audience, resulting in a change or increase of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. Training types/modes that meet this definition include web-based training, instructor-led courses conducted in classrooms and/or training areas (to include mobile courses), and seminars and workshops that measure a change in knowledge, skill, and/or abilities. Drill and exercise-only type activities, without a learning component, do not meet the definition of training expertise for the CTG program. Organizations that do not describe suitable expertise in training are ineligible. Organizational Partnerships. Eligible applicants may apply individually or as the submitting member (e.g., executive agent) of a partnership such as a consortium. However, only one organization may serve as the applicant.
2 CFR 200, Subpart E - Cost Principles applies to this program.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements