Emergency Training Center Capital Grant

The Emergency Training Center Capital Grant Program is administered by the Pennsylvania Office of the State Fire Commissioner (OSFC) and is designed to provide financial assistance for emergency service training providers across the Commonwealth. This program specifically supports infrastructure development and equipment procurement necessary to deliver high-quality training for emergency response personnel. Through targeted capital investment, the grant aims to improve the preparedness, capacity, and safety of emergency service training operations statewide. The program allows eligible applicants to receive funding for several capital improvements related to firefighting and emergency service operations. These eligible expenditures include the establishment or modernization of facilities that house firefighting equipment, ambulances, and rescue vehicles. Funding may also be used to acquire or renovate existing structures or to construct new facilities for housing such equipment. Additionally, the program supports the repair or purchase of firefighting, ambulance, or rescue equipment necessary to ensure adequate and effective training environments. Eligibility for the Emergency Training Center Capital Grant is inclusive of a range of organizations that provide emergency services training in Pennsylvania. Eligible applicants include recognized emergency services training centers, community colleges, county-owned facilities, municipal or fire department-owned training centers, and nonprofit associations operating at the county level. All applicants must be based in Pennsylvania and must meet the criteria outlined in the official grant guidance and Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) documents issued by the OSFC. To apply for this grant, organizations must complete several preparatory steps before submission. These include registration for a Keystone Login through the Commonwealth's portal, acquisition of an active Commonwealth Vendor Number, and ensuring that accurate direct deposit (ACH) banking information is on file via the PA Supplier Portal. These administrative steps are required to facilitate the processing of grant agreements and disbursement of funds. Instructions and support for these steps are available through the OSFC and Commonwealth financial systems. The 2026 application window for this program will open on April 15, 2026, and close on May 29, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Late applications or extension requests will not be accepted. Applications must be submitted online via the designated portal. Inquiries about eligibility, program administration, or the application process may be directed to [email protected]. Detailed program guidance, eligibility information, and submission instructions are available in the official OSFC grant guidance and NOFO PDF documents. The program does not indicate a recurring application cycle; however, recipients from the previous year, 2025, included a wide range of eligible organizations such as Bucks County Community College, Cambria County Regional Firefighters Association, and Centre County Government. Award amounts in the prior year ranged from approximately $13,673 to $100,000. While this provides context on the grant’s impact, applicants are encouraged to consult the current program year documentation for up-to-date requirements and award criteria.