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Aaron Straus and Lillie Straus Foundation Grant
Up to US $1,000
Canine Healthcare Fund Grant
Up to US $1,000
CCCF: First Responder Grants
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County Boat and Water Safety Grants
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Fire Department Training Grant Program
Unspecified amount
First Responders Outreach (FRO) Grant
Up to US $100,000
Global Impact Cash Grants
More than US $100,000
Hearst Foundation: Culture Grant
Up to US $50,000
Laura J. Niles Foundation Grant
Up to US $100,000
Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Fund - Law Enforcement Grants
Unspecified amount
Petco Love Canine Cancer Fund Grant
Unspecified amount
Roche Corporate Donations and Philanthropy (CDP)
Up to US $1,000
Search Team Grant
US $10,000
Best Life Community Awards
Up to US $10,000
Bonnell Cove Foundation Grant
US $500 - US $5,000
New Hampshire Outdoor Council Grant
Unspecified amount
Insperity Corporate Contributions
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Dudley T. Dougherty Foundation Grant
Unspecified amount
TJX Foundation Grants
US $1,000 - US $20,000
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grant
US $1,000
Fauquier County Chamber Of Commerce Max Tufts, Sr. Memorial
Northern Piedmont Community Foundation
The Northern Piedmont Community Foundation (NPCF) began in December 2000 when nine concerned citizens from Virginia’s Piedmont region were searching for solutions to the charitable needs in Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, and Rappahannock counties. With modest beginnings, our funds have grown to over $39 million in support of local charities, scholarships and community need in our northern Piedmont region.
Scholarships
Northern Piedmont Community Foundation manages the scholarship application process for dozens of scholarships for students in Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, and Rappahannock counties (as well as a handful serving students from surrounding counties too).
Fauquier County Chamber Of Commerce Max Tufts, Sr. Memorial
This scholarship was created in memory of Maximilian A. Tufts Sr. who was an energetic community volunteer. He was committed to many organizations including the Fauquier County Chamber of Commerce, Highland School, Fauquier Community Action Committee, Fauquier Human Relation Committee, Warrenton Rescue Squad, the Meadows Outdoors Foundation and the Airlie Foundation. Eligible students should be college or university bound graduating seniors from any Fauquier County public or private high school. Scholarship recipients should demonstrate involvement in both school and community.
US $550 - US $12,577
CCCF Community Grants: Sangre de Cristo Electric Association Community Grants
Sangre de Cristo Electric Association Community Grants
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Rocky Talkie Search and Rescue Award
Up to US $50,000
BECU Foundation: People Helping People Awards
Unspecified amount
Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance- Boating Safety and Enforcement Equipment Grant Program
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Grant Availability
How common are grants in this category?
Common — grants in this category appear regularly across funding sources.
100+ Search and Rescue Grants grants for nonprofits in the United States, from private foundations to corporations seeking to fund grants for nonprofits.
28 Search and Rescue Grants over $25K in average grant size
20 Search and Rescue Grants over $50K in average grant size
13 Search and Rescue Grants supporting general operating expenses
88 Search and Rescue Grants supporting programs / projects
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Grant Deadline Distribution
Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for Search and Rescue grants?
Most grants are due in the first quarter.
Frequently asked questions
Search and rescue grants are open to nonprofits that are responsible for emergency response and disaster relief. Organizations specializing in disaster response, like maritime rescue and volunteer fire departments, are especially encouraged to apply. Funding eligibility extends to organizations that train and equip rescue teams and deliver public safety education programs.
Based on Instrumentl’s live grant database for search and rescue, grant deadlines are most common in Q1, accounting for 32.3% of all submission dates. The slowest period for new grant opportunities in this category falls in Q3, making it a less competitive time for preparation and strategic planning.
Search and rescue grants provide funding to improve search and rescue capacities. This includes providing proper training, essential equipment, and required resources. These resources are likely to receive funding because they are necessary to deliver effective emergency response when disaster strikes. The funding targets operations that preserve lives when a disaster occurs in remote or high-risk areas. Donors look to support organizations that offer these life-saving services.
On average, grants in search and rescue provide funding between $250 and $2,762,936, with typical awards falling around $5,000 (median) and $77,959 (average). These insights can help nonprofits align their funding requests with what grantmakers typically offer in this space.
Fund allocation for Search and Rescue comes through federal agencies like the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the U.S. Forest Service. It is important to check state and local governments as they often supplement federal funding. Additionally, private foundations, namely Union Pacific, contribute extensively to safety and disaster preparedness funding efforts.
There are over 70 grants dedicated to Search and Rescue, offering a total of $2.3 million in funds for organizations in need.
To improve grant success, nonprofits should:
- A detailed description of organizational needs – Tailor proposals to match the funder’s mission and key focus areas.
- Evidence-Based rescue achievements – Provide data-driven results to demonstrate past impact and expected future success.
- Build strategic partnerships – Applicants that form alliances with government agencies alongside demonstrating community involvement will enhance their funding applications.
For additional guidance, explore our step-by-step guide to crafting compelling grant proposals.
Instrumentl simplifies the grant search and application process by identifying relevant search and rescue grants, tracking deadlines, and providing funder insights. Its centralized platform allows nonprofits to manage multiple applications efficiently so you save time on grant writing and spend more time saving lives. Discover how Eversight increased their grant success rate from 14% to 22%.
