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Recurring annual application window: May 1 - June 15 each year; winners notified by July 31. Stored deadline is null; the 2026 window (May 1-June 15) has already closed as of verification date, program reopens May 2027.
"Rewarding Responders Grant program" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Rewarding Responders Grant program is sponsored by Michigan Gas Utilities. The Rewarding Responders Grant program helps local first responders purchase lifesaving equipment or training. Michigan Gas Utilities awards grants to emergency response agencies that operate in the company's service area.
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MGU Rewarding Responders Grant | WEC MGU Rewarding Responders Grant We are committed to safety for our employees and the communities we serve. Wisconsin Public Service Foundation, our charitable giving arm, is supporting local public safety response agencies with the Rewarding Responders Grant. Since 2015, more than $96,000 has been awarded in support.
All organizations must provide emergency response services in our service area . County, local and volunteer fire, law enforcement and rescue agencies are encouraged to apply. Organizations that received a 2025 grant are ineligible for the 2026 grant cycle.
Grants may be used to purchase equipment and professional development but should be part of a well-planned and integrated public safety initiative. Projects must be special, one-time, safety-related efforts. Any equipment purchased with this grant must stay in the agency's ownership for a minimum of five years unless it is consumable or becomes expired.
The maximum grant amount is $2,000 per project, which must be used within two years. Organizations previously awarded a grant in years prior to 2025 are eligible to apply; however, it must be for a new project proposal. Only one grant application per organization will be accepted.
Online application requires the following and an attachment of a budget: Organization name (entity which holds nonprofit or government status). EIN or Federal Tax Identification Number. Organization description .
Include organization size (number of members, safety vehicles, etc.), volunteer or paid staff, location or geographical size of area served, number of events the organization responded to last year, etc. (10 points) Project title . This may include name of equipment or training. Project description .
Describe the equipment or training being requesting and why (if upgrading, include how old the current equipment is). Include a description of equipment or training, how it will be used, and why this equipment or training was chosen over another. Describe the life expectancy of the equipment and the maintenance requirements.
(15 points) Project impacts . Explain why the equipment or training is needed. Describe how the grant would support safety initiatives in your community, who would benefit and how frequently this equipment or training would be used.
If possible, include data/statistics from previous years as to number of times the equipment or training would have been helpful. (15 points) Project timeline and funding sources . Describe project timeline (i.e., when is equipment expected to be purchased or when training is expected to take place).
Include any additional funding sources for this project. (5 points) Portion of project funded . Will the organization proceed with the purchase of the project/equipment if only a portion of it is funded?
Do you have any MGU employees/retirees that volunteer at your organization? Acknowledgement . Describe how the WPS Foundation will be recognized (news release, banners at community event, etc.).
(5 points) Budget attachment . A simple budget or equipment/training quote from vendor is required. This could include an invoice, quote, pictures of product and/or descriptions from website/vendor.
Include full cost of equipment or training.
Lifesaving equipment , such as AED, Jaws of Life, CO and natural gas measuring equipment, thermal imaging cameras, pediatric IV kits, night-vision cameras and job-related safety gear, including masks, helmets, coveralls and fire resistant suits, ballistic vests, etc. Professional development/training inclusive of registration fees, tuition, on-site trainer's fees, etc. Not considered for funding Emergency generators; capital projects such as new buildings and large vehicle purchases; real estate; endowments; software; T-shirts or other promotional items; travel fees; stipends and/or meals.
Apply between May 1 through June 15. Winners are notified by July 31. Apply for MGU Rewarding Responders Grant If you have questions, email Renee Burzynski .
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Organization name and EIN
Project description
Budget attachment
Acknowledgment/recognition plan for WEC/MGU Foundation
Scoring criteria used to review proposals for this grant.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Emergency response organizations (county, local, and volunteer fire, law enforcement, and rescue agencies) operating in MGU's Michigan service area; prior-year (2025) recipients are ineligible for 2026; one application per organization. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $2,000 per project. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was June 15, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Rewarding Responders Grant program is funded by Michigan Gas Utilities. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Michigan. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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