Application & Processing Timeline:

• July 1, 2025 - August 15, 2025: ArAA EMS Development Grant Application Period
• August 16, 2025 - September 30, 2025: Grant Application Review Period
• By September 30, 2025: Applicants will be notified of application approval or denial
• October 1, 2025 - May 31, 2026: 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: 2025-2026 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, 2025.

• Funds must be spent between October 1, 2025, and May 31, 2026; 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.