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Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Grant for Program Year 2026-27 (PY 26-27)

EMS Program funding will be awarded to increase the number of Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) in local communities with a particular focus in the inclusion of young adult participants who come from a disadvantaged or underrepresented backgrounds, including experience in the justice system.

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Funder

Employment Development Department (listed as Employment Development Department (State of California))
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Amount

Between $850,000.00 and $1,250,000.00; $8,500,000.00 total available (published on the California Grants Portal).

Where

California

Eligibility

Open to nonprofits and state, provincial, local or tribal governments. Matching funds: not required.

Sectors

Community development, Disaster and emergency, Health and life sciences, Indigenous and tribal, Justice and public safety, Nonprofits and charities, Employment and workforce, Youth

Deadline

Closes 2 November 2026

Source

California Grants Portal (data.ca.gov) (192810)

Last checked

2 November 2026

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