SAFE San Diego Grants for CERT Programs

SAFE San Diego Grants for CERT Programs is sponsored by The Burn Institute. Supports local Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) programs in San Diego County to enhance health and safety, emergency preparedness, and disaster response capabilities.

SAFE San Diego Grants for CERT Programs in San Diego County - The Burn Institute SAFE San Diego Grants for CERT Programs in San Diego County SAFE San Diego Grants for CERT Programs in San Diego County SAFE San Diego Grants for CERT Programs in San Diego County Application SAFE San Diego Grants for CERT Programs in San Diego County 2025 applications are now open.

The Burn Institute takes pride in helping to support local Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) efforts in San Diego County and invites you to apply for funding to aid in your activities that support Health and Safety, Emergency Preparedness or Disaster Response. Greater emphasis will be placed on CERT programs that actively participate in Mutual Aid events and Neighborhood Evacuation Teams.

A grant from San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) has made it possible to support local CERTs in San Diego County. The SAFE San Diego initiative is part of SDG&E’s commitment to make our region safer at home, in the workplace, and in our neighborhoods. To qualify for funding , your CERT program must be in good standing with San Diego County Office o f Emergency Services and adhere to the CERT Council Code of Conduct.

Applications Open: July 1, 2025 Applications Due: July 31, 2025 (late or incomplete applications will not be considered) Grant Disbursements: Mid-August 2025 Funds Must Be Spent By: December 1, 2025 Final Reports Due: December 31, 2025 Grants will be issued mid-August in the form of a check, and if funded, the check must be cashed no later than December 1 or funds are forfeited.

A follow-up report containing impact and outcomes will be requested of all funded CERT programs at the end of November and again in May so we may highlight completed and in-progress activities as a result of the invested funds. Questions may be directed to Caitlin Cannon, 858-541-2277 or ccannon@burninstitute.

org Application SAFE San Diego Grants for CERT Programs in San Diego County Main contact for this grant application Dr. Miss Mr. Mrs. Ms. Prof. Rev. Full name of Organization * i.e. ABC CERT, XYZ Fire Department CERT) – this should match your organization’s bank account for purposes of depositing grant funds. Cannot be an individual or name other than CERT Organization.

IRS issued 501(c)3 number * If your organization does not have a valid 501(c)3, please enter N/A. State / Province / Region If funded, check will be sent to this address. Name of CERT Program this grant will support * Describe the programs, projects and activities that your CERT offers or participates in that focuses on emergency preparedness and safety * How many CERT members are currently active?

* Will you be collaborating with other CERT programs as part of the CERT Mutual Aid Plan? * Describe or list benefits to the community that may result from support of this grant * What is the estimated number of people served by this program? * How will this program, projects and events be promoted?

* Does your program provide outreach vulnerable populations? If so, which vulnerable populations does your program serve? * How many trainings, workshops or events do you plan to host over the next 12 months?

* List the primary zip codes your program serves * Grant Compliance * I agree. By submitting for this grant, I have read, understand and agree to abide by the requirements and understand that failure on my part to comply with any of the rules could result in the forfeiture of the grant funds. This field is hidden when viewing the form Does your CERT program involve a Neighborhood Evacuation Team?

If not, you may be eligible for additional funding if you can produce a written plan to create a NET during the next 12 months. This field is hidden when viewing the form Please upload written plan of no longer than one page to be considered for additional funds. Max.

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