Alliance for System Safety of Unmanned Aircraft Systems through Research Excellence (ASSURE)

Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) offer new technologies to support key mission requirements including preliminary damage assessments, debris measurements and calculations, visual evidence, confirmation analysis, establishing flood levels and damages to structures, search and rescue operations, and logistics and package delivery. As jurisdictions develop UAS programs and integrate this technology in emergency management operations, training is critical. FEMA supports the development and delivery of curriculum that leads to the competencies required for the emergency management and first responder communities to effectively use UAS before, during, and after disasters. Students, after completing UAS training, will be better prepared to effectively use UAS resources to achieve outcomes.

Program Details

Department of Homeland Security - FEMA is a federal agency that offers the Alliance for System Safety of Unmanned Aircraft Systems through Research Excellence (ASSURE) grant program to support eligible programs and projects. This funding opportunity is available nationally and is administered by Department of Homeland Security - FEMA through Grants.gov. Organizations seeking funding for eligible programs and projects should review the details below and confirm their eligibility before preparing an application.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants include eligible organizations. Organizations that meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply and to review the full program guidelines before submission. Because eligibility rules and funding priorities can change between cycles, applicants should always confirm the current requirements with Department of Homeland Security - FEMA or on Grants.gov before investing time in an application.

Funding and Timeline

Funding available: $1.9M. The application deadline is July 31, 2026 (26 days remaining). Applicants should allow sufficient time to gather required documentation, including organizational information, project descriptions, budgets, and supporting materials as specified in the program guidelines. Submitting a complete application well ahead of the deadline reduces the risk of disqualification on technical or administrative grounds.

Program Focus

This grant supports eligible programs and projects. Funded projects are expected to demonstrate measurable outcomes aligned with the program's stated objectives. Grant recipients may be required to submit progress reports and final evaluations as a condition of the award, and to retain records for audit and compliance purposes.

How to Apply

Eligible organizations can apply through Grants.gov. Create a free organization profile on GrantRegister to see whether this grant matches your organization's NAICS code, entity type, location, and focus area, and to receive a weekly digest of every open grant you qualify for.

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Eligibility

Eligibility not specified by funder — verify requirements with Department of Homeland Security - FEMA before applying.

Award details

Award range: $1.9M. Applications close on July 31, 2026 (26 days remaining).

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