Brookwood-Sago Mine Safety Grants

The U.S. Department of Labor, through its Mine Safety and Health Administration, offers the Brookwood-Sago Mine Safety Grants program to support the development and delivery of education and training initiatives that improve safety outcomes in the mining industry. This federal funding opportunity is authorized under the Mine Improvement and New Emergency Response Act of 2006 and is designed to reduce accidents, injuries, and fatalities by equipping miners, operators, and contractors with knowledge and tools to identify and mitigate workplace hazards. The program emphasizes training efforts that can be broadly applied across the mining sector, particularly those that address emergency response and recovery. The primary purpose of the grant is to fund programs that establish or enhance training and educational materials focused on mine safety. Applicants may propose to conduct training sessions, develop new instructional resources, or combine both approaches. Special priority is given to projects that target small mines, newly opened operations, and high-risk activities identified by the agency. The program also encourages innovative approaches that can be replicated across multiple mine sites and geographic areas, ensuring scalability and long-term impact. Funding for this opportunity totals up to 250000 dollars, with individual awards ranging from a minimum of 50000 dollars to a maximum of 250000 dollars for a 12 month performance period. Grant funds may be used for allowable costs such as personnel, training delivery, development of educational materials, and outreach activities. However, restrictions apply, including limits on administrative and indirect costs, prohibition of construction expenses, and requirements for prior approval for certain equipment purchases. The program does not require cost sharing or matching funds, making it more accessible to a wide range of eligible applicants. Eligibility for the grant is broad and includes state, local, and tribal governments, as well as public and private nonprofit organizations. Institutions of higher education and faith-based organizations are also eligible, provided they meet applicable requirements. Applicants may apply independently or as part of a partnership, though a lead organization must be designated. Nonprofit applicants must provide proof of status, and certain lobbying organizations are excluded. Training participants supported by the grant include miners, contractors, mine operators, and prospective workers entering the industry. The application process requires submission through the Grants.gov platform using standard federal forms such as the SF-424 and SF-424A, along with a detailed technical proposal and budget narrative. Applicants must also maintain an active registration in the System for Award Management and obtain a Unique Entity Identifier. The technical proposal must outline the program design, activities, evaluation methods, and organizational qualifications, and must not exceed specified page limits. Additional required components include an abstract, certifications regarding lobbying, and documentation of accounting systems. Applications are evaluated based on a structured scoring system totaling 100 points, with criteria including program design, budget clarity, organizational qualifications, and evaluation plans. Proposals must demonstrate a clear need, effective training strategies, measurable outcomes, and the ability to contribute to the agency mission of improving mine safety. Review is conducted by a technical panel, with final award decisions made by agency leadership based on overall value and alignment with program goals. The deadline for submitting applications is August 31, 2026, by 1159 pm Eastern Time. Awards are expected to be announced before September 30, 2026, with the performance period beginning upon award execution. The program is administered annually and subject to federal oversight and reporting requirements, including quarterly financial and performance reports. Applicants may contact designated agency representatives for assistance throughout the application process.

Focus on strong program design addressing emergency response training; ensure budget clarity and compliance with cost caps; demonstrate measurable outcomes and evaluation plans