Small Equipment Grant
🏛 OSFM
✓ Free, no account · Source: Illinois GATA Catalog (CSFA) · Last verified Oct 2, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for fire departments and ambulance services to purchase small equipment. Illinois emergency service organizations can apply. Equipment must support firefighting or ambulance operations. Projects must align with public safety needs.
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Program description
Provides up to $50,000 for the purchase of small firefighting and ambulance equipment. Administered by the OSFM via the Illinois GATA Catalog of State Financial Assistance (CSFA 592-01-0504).
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- GATA application form
- Equipment description and specifications
- Cost estimate or vendor quote
- Organizational documentation (proof of status, authorization)
- Budget justification
Program contact
- 👤 Roger Branson
- 📧 Roger.D.Branson@illinois.gov
- 📞 217-785-4717
FAQ
What types of equipment qualify for this grant?
Small firefighting and ambulance equipment. Contact OSFM for specific equipment lists and pre-approval requirements.
Who is eligible to apply?
Fire departments, ambulance services, and similar emergency response organizations in Illinois. Verify your organization type with the administering agency.
How much funding can I request?
Up to $50,000 per award. Requests should match documented equipment needs.
When is the deadline?
November 30, 2026. Applications must be submitted through the Illinois GATA system by this date.
Is matching funds required?
No cost sharing is required for this grant.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Request equipment that aligns with your organization's operational priorities and documented needs.
- Provide clear justification for how the equipment improves firefighting or ambulance operations.
- Ensure equipment meets current safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- Start the application process early to allow time for GATA system navigation and internal approvals.
- Consider how equipment will be maintained and integrated into existing operations.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applications lack clear operational justification for equipment purchases. Applicants request equipment that doesn't align with organization capacity or documented needs. Budget justifications fail to detail how equipment improves service delivery.
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