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Hazardous Materials Instructor Training (HMIT) Grant

Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration · DOT-PHM-26-A712-009

Closed

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.

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Who Can Apply

The HMIT program is open to nonprofit organizations that demonstrate expertise in conducting a training program for existing HAZMAT employees, and the ability to reach and involve in a training program a target population of HAZMAT employees.

Eligible Applicant Types

Nonprofits without 501(c)(3)501(c)(3) NonprofitsPublic Colleges & Universities

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

Posted: May 29, 2026
Application Deadline: June 30, 2026 (0 days remaining)

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.gov

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