employment_labor_and_training · transportation · DOT-PHMSA-GL
Hazardous Materials Instructor Training (HMIT) Grant
Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration · DOT-PHM-26-A712-009
Award Range
$250K – $1.0M
Total Program Funding
$3.0M
Expected Awards
15
Deadline
June 30, 2026
GRANTQUICK SUMMARYPlain-English Overview
Hazardous Materials Instructor Training (HMIT) Grant. Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration. PHMSA seeks to fund nonprofit organizations with the ability to conduct training programs for HAZMAT employees, and the ability to reach and involve a target population of HAZMAT employees in a training program. Properly planned and... $250,000-$1,000,000 per award; $3,000,000 total program funding; ~15 awards expected.
Who Should Apply
Nonprofits (non-501c3), Nonprofits (501c3), Public universities/colleges
Who Should NOT Apply
Individuals and organizations outside the specified eligible types
Key Requirements (Plain English)
- •The HMIT program is open to nonprofit organizations that demonstrate expertise in conducting a training program for existing HAZMAT employees, and ...
- •Deadline: 2026-06-30
💡 GrantQuick Tip
Clearly demonstrate alignment with funding priorities and provide measurable outcomes.
Competitiveness: High — limited number of awards
What This Grant Funds
PHMSA seeks to fund nonprofit organizations with the ability to conduct training programs for HAZMAT employees, and the ability to reach and involve a target population of HAZMAT employees in a training program. Properly planned and maintained training programs are essential for HAZMAT employees to ensure: (1) HAZMAT employees receive initial and continuing training on the risks involved in transporting HAZMAT; (2) the relevant training requirements in the Hazardous Materials Regulation (HMR) are met; and (3) HAZMAT employees will be equipped to ensure their safety and the safety of others.
Attachments
Title VI Non Discrimination Assurances (Updated 03.13.26)
Title_VI_Non_Discrimination_Assurances_Updated_03.13.26.pdf
HMIT Terms and Conditions 2026
HMIT_Terms_and_Conditions_2026.pdf
FAQ
FAQ.pdf
HMIT_NOFO_for Posting May 29_Revised
HMIT_NOFO_for_Posting_May_29_Revised.pdf
PHMSA Terms and Conditions 2026
PHMSA_Terms_and_Conditions_2026.pdf
PHMSA Terms and Conditions 2026_FINAL
PHMSA_Terms_and_Conditions_2026_FINAL.pdf
Who Can Apply
Eligible Applicant Types
Funding Details
- Minimum Award
- $250K
- Maximum Award
- $1.0M
- Total Program Funding
- $3.0M
- Expected Number of Awards
- 15
- Cost Sharing Required?
- No
- Funding Instrument
- grant
Key Dates
Do not physically mail any applications. Applications received after this deadline may not be considered. PHMSA will only accept one application per applicant.
Agency Contact
Cristina Keating,,,cristina.keating@dot.gov cristina.keating@dot.gov
cristina.keating@dot.govReady to apply?
View the full NOFO and submit your application on Grants.gov