Florida Safety Grants

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) have established the Hurricane Response Marine Debris Removal Fund. This fund supports projects focused on assessing, removing, and disposing of marine debris in coastal communities affected by hurricanes and other storm events. The initiative aligns with the foundations' broader mission to conserve and restore fish, wildlife, and their habitats, as well as to benefit human communities impacted by natural disasters. The primary target beneficiaries of this grant program are coastal communities in Alaska, Florida, Georgia, Puerto Rico, and South Carolina that were impacted by the 2022 hurricanes Fiona, Ian, Nicole, and Typhoon Merbok. The impact goals are to reduce the effects of marine debris on these communities, protect industries, and prevent further harm to habitats and fish and wildlife populations. The program aims to address both the immediate and long-term consequences of storm-related marine debris. The program prioritizes projects that offer dual benefits, meaning they benefit both human communities and fish and wildlife. Emphasis is placed on projects that are ready for direct clean-up efforts and have already completed marine debris assessments, addressed hazardous materials, and secured necessary permits and disposal logistics. Community engagement and co-design processes that incorporate traditional knowledge are also encouraged to ensure maximum benefits and sustainability. Expected outcomes include a significant reduction in marine debris from coastal habitats and nearshore waters, leading to enhanced ecological integrity and functionality of ecosystems. Measurable results will include the reduction of impacts to properties, community infrastructure, assets of economic and cultural importance, and improved navigational safety. The grant duration is four years, with awards of up to $6 million to achieve these accelerated and comprehensive outcomes for impacted coastal resources and communities.

The City of St. Petersburg is offering grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000 to eligible non-profit organizations that propose innovative solutions to the local opioid crisis, with a focus on treatment and recovery support services, overdose prevention, harm reduction, and substance use prevention and education.

This program provides funding to neighborhood associations in Manatee County, Florida, to enhance community engagement and address local issues through resident-led projects.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and schools in underserved communities to improve local football fields, ensuring safe and accessible spaces for youth sports and community engagement.

This program provides funding to local law enforcement agencies in Florida to conduct online sting operations aimed at apprehending individuals who solicit children online.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Georgia that are working on recovery projects following the recent wildfires.

This program provides financial support to neighborhood organizations in Ocoee, Florida, for community improvement projects that enhance local environments and foster civic engagement.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Florida's local governments for enhancing cybersecurity measures in critical infrastructure and law enforcement, particularly in rural areas.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, local governments, educational institutions, and tribal governments in peninsular Florida for projects that restore and enhance urban forests damaged by recent hurricanes, focusing on resilience and community engagement.

This program provides funding to neighborhood associations in Hillsborough County for community projects that promote health, safety, and engagement among residents.

This program provides cybersecurity resources to Florida local governments, prioritizing fiscally constrained counties, to enhance their defenses against cyber threats and improve their cybersecurity management.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that assist low-income working families in Florida with education and financial stability initiatives.

This program provides financial assistance to property owners and businesses in Greenacres, Florida, to improve the exterior appearance and value of their residential and commercial properties.

This program provides federal funding to state and local criminal justice agencies in Florida to enhance various aspects of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, courts, and community corrections.

This program provides financial assistance to local governments, non-profits, and agencies to develop and improve off-highway vehicle recreational areas and trails on public lands in Florida.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Northeast Florida that help residents facing food and basic needs insecurity, as well as those offering specialized services for individuals with disabilities.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that promote health, fight hunger, and assist everyday heroes in communities served by Wawa.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities within 30 miles of Norfolk Southern's rail lines to improve community safety through targeted projects and initiatives.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Florida to develop and implement traffic safety programs that reduce crashes, injuries, and fatalities on the state's roadways.

This program provides funding to state governments to enhance their ability to detect and manage unmanned aircraft systems, particularly in areas hosting significant national events.