2026 - 2027 EMS DEVELOPMENT GRANT
Application & Processing Timeline:
July 1, 2026 - August 15, 2026: ArAA EMS Development Grant Application Period
August 16, 2026 - September 30, 2026: Grant Application Review Period
By September 30, 2026: Applicants will be notified of application approval or denial
October 1, 2026 - May 31, 2027: Grantees may expend funds in accordance with the grant policy (Review policy here)
Who is eligible?
Applicants must have a current Arkansas EMS Service License
Applicants must comply with Arkansas EMS laws and regulations
All Arkansas licensed ambulance service levels are eligible
How to submit an application?
Applications must be submitted by completing this form: 2026-2027 ArAA EMS Development Grant Application
The ArAA Grant Committee reviews requests and recommends recipients to the ArAA Board of Directors. The Board has final approval.
How are grantees awarded?
Grants require one of the following matches: 80% ArAA members/20% applicant; 20% non-members/80% applicant.
Awards depend on fund availability and may be partial or full.
Grant awards will be communicated by September 30, 2026.
Funds must be spent between October 1, 2026, and May 31, 2027; unused funds return to ArAA
What are the purchasing requirements when using these grant funds?
Purchased equipment remains property of the applicant and must be used in the original service area.
Funds cannot be used for existing obligations (e.g., past purchases, salaries, rent, office equipment, or disposable items).
Purchases must follow accepted business practices and be made after grant approval.
What are the penalties for misuse of funds?
Misuse of funds requires full reimbursement to ArAA.
Non-compliant services are ineligible for future grants until repayment.