FIFA World Cup Grant Program (FWCGP)
ID: 360832Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Department of Homeland Security - FEMA (DHS-DHS)

Award Range

$32M - $74M

Eligible Applicants

State Governments

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/360832
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), has announced the FIFA World Cup Grant Program (FWCGP), offering $625 million in federal funding to enhance security and preparedness for the 2026 FIFA World Cup events in the United States. This grant program aims to address significant security challenges associated with the 78 U.S.-based matches, which are classified as high-risk Special Event Assessment Rating (SEAR) I and II events, necessitating robust security measures for players, staff, attendees, and critical infrastructure across 11 host cities. Eligible state governments will receive awards ranging from $32 million to $74 million, with applications due by December 5, 2025, and must be submitted through the FEMA GO system. For further inquiries, applicants can contact FEMA Grants News at fema-grants-news@fema.dhs.gov or by phone at (800) 368-6498.

    Files
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    FIFA.pdf
    The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) have launched the FIFA World Cup Grant Program (FWCGP), an initial notice of funding opportunity offering $625 million across nine awards, ranging from $32 million to $74 million each. This program aims to bolster security and preparedness for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. The 78 U.S.-based matches are designated as high-risk SEAR I and II events, necessitating enhanced security for players, staff, attendees, venues, and critical infrastructure in 11 host cities. Funds will be distributed to State Administrative Agencies (SAAs) in nine eligible states, which then must pass 100% of the funds to Host City Committee Task Forces within 45 days. These task forces will then subaward funds to local units of government. Eligible activities include planning, organization, equipment, training, and exercises related to preventing, protecting against, and responding to acts of terrorism. Unallowable costs include weapons, certain exercise-related expenses, and the hiring of sworn public safety officers for traditional duties, though operational overtime and surge personnel are permitted. A 50% waiver for personnel activities is automatically approved if a state's application allocates more than 50% to personnel costs. Applications are due by December 5, 2025, and must be submitted through the FEMA GO system, requiring applicants to have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), Employer Identification Number (EIN), and an active SAM.gov registration. The program emphasizes strict compliance with federal statutes, DHS directives, and financial integrity criteria, with a two-phase state and federal review process for all applications.
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