Emergency Management Performance Grant Program

The Emergency Management Performance Grant program administered through the Indiana Department of Homeland Security represents a federally authorized funding initiative designed to strengthen emergency preparedness capabilities across all levels of government. The program is rooted in federal statutory authority under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act and is implemented in coordination with the Federal Emergency Management Agency. As outlined in the Notice of Funding Opportunity for the salary reimbursement track, the program provides financial support to enhance emergency management systems that protect life and property from a wide range of hazards. The Indiana Department of Homeland Security serves as the pass-through entity responsible for administering these funds to eligible sub-recipients within the state. The primary purpose of this funding opportunity is to support the development, sustainment, and delivery of core emergency management capabilities aligned with the National Preparedness Goal. The grant specifically targets activities that address prevention, protection, mitigation, response, and recovery, requiring a whole-community approach that integrates government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private sector stakeholders. Funding is focused on addressing identified capability gaps through structured planning processes such as threat and hazard identification and risk assessments. The program emphasizes measurable outcomes, including strengthened governance structures, validated emergency plans, and improved personnel readiness through training and exercises. This particular funding track is structured as a salary reimbursement program for emergency management agency personnel. It supports up to fifty percent of the annual salary and fringe benefits for up to three full-time equivalent positions per county. Eligible roles must be directly tied to emergency management duties and include positions such as directors, deputy directors, or administrative staff supporting emergency operations. Funding is reimbursable and contingent upon compliance with federal and state requirements, including completion of mandated training courses, participation in Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program compliant exercises, and submission of required documentation. The reimbursement period spans from January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025, with a defined twelve-month performance period. Eligibility for this program is limited to entities that meet specific federal and state registration requirements, including obtaining a Unique Entity Identifier, maintaining active registration in the System for Award Management, and completing supplier and bidder registration with the State of Indiana. Additional requirements include participation in the Emergency Management Assistance Compact and compliance with the National Incident Management System. These prerequisites ensure that all funded entities are capable of coordinating effectively during multi-jurisdictional emergency responses and are aligned with national standards for emergency management operations. The application process is conducted through the IntelliGrants system and requires applicants to complete a structured submission that includes a funding profile, problem statement, needs assessment, project summary, and detailed objectives and milestones. Applicants must clearly demonstrate how their proposed activities address identified capability gaps and contribute to the broader preparedness framework. Supporting documentation such as job descriptions, budget information, and compliance materials must also be submitted. Applications must be complete at the time of submission, as the system does not allow incomplete applications and does not permit revisions after submission. Evaluation of applications includes a financial risk assessment and review of the applicant’s past performance, financial stability, and compliance history. Award decisions are communicated through the IntelliGrants system, and successful applicants must enter into a sub-grant agreement and adhere to all reporting and compliance requirements. Reporting includes a compliance report, program report, and fiscal report, all of which are required to receive reimbursement. Final reporting and closeout activities must be completed within specified timeframes following the end of the performance period. The application deadline for the 2025 cycle was October 30, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time, and the program operates on an annual cycle. While the current application period has closed, the recurring nature of the program indicates that future funding opportunities are expected. Applicants are encouraged to maintain readiness by ensuring compliance with registration requirements and monitoring future announcements from the Indiana Department of Homeland Security.

Ensure alignment with identified core capability gaps and clearly justify funding requests using documented risk assessments and preparedness needs.