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Safety Grants

Financial assistance that helps members invest in equipment and resources designed to reduce safety and health risks.

Program Overview

Invest in Prevention, Not Just Recovery.

Every year, FMIT sets aside matching-fund grants to help member municipalities purchase equipment, technology or training that directly reduces loss exposure — from ergonomic equipment to vehicle safety systems.

Apply for a Grant
New safety equipment funded for a municipality
Eligible Categories

What Grants Can Fund

Vehicle & Fleet Safety

Backup cameras, telematics, and driver-safety technology.

Personal Protective Equipment

PPE upgrades for field crews and public works staff.

Ergonomic Equipment

Tools that reduce strain-related injuries in daily operations.

Applying

Three Steps to Apply

01

Submit Request

Complete the grant application with your risk manager.

02

Review

FMIT reviews the request against program criteria.

03

Funds Released

Approved grants are matched and disbursed to your municipality.

Funding Levels

How Much Can You Request?

Up to $2,500

Standard Grant

For a single piece of equipment or a focused safety improvement.

Up to $7,500

Matching Grant

FMIT matches member funding for larger safety initiatives.

Case-by-Case

Special Projects

Larger requests are reviewed individually with your risk consultant.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked

Who can apply for a Safety Grant?

Any FMIT member municipality in good standing may submit a request.

How long does approval take?

Most requests are reviewed within 2–3 weeks of submission.

Is there an annual limit per municipality?

Yes — grant funding is allocated annually and awarded on a rolling basis until exhausted.

Ready to Apply for a Grant?

Talk to your FMIT risk consultant about what qualifies this cycle.