Northwest Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety grant funds available

St. Joseph, Mo. - Over the last several years, agencies and organizations across Northwest Missouri have received funding for programs aimed at reducing injuries and fatalities on our roadways. With reports showing 49 fatalities within 16 of the Northwest Region's 20 counties during 2023, the work is not over yet.

To assist agencies in the fight towards zero deaths in Northwest Missouri and across the state, the Northwest Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety (NWMCRS) is once again offering grants for highway and traffic safety programs and resources. Grant information, including eligibility information, is included below:

• Applications will be accepted through end of business Friday, Aug. 30, 2024.
  • Grant requests may not exceed $5,000.
  • Organizations eligible to apply for these funds include schools, community groups, law enforcement, health departments, and more.
  • Program must address at least one of the emphasis areas identified in the Show-Me Zero strategic highway safety plan. These include occupant protection, distracted driving, speed and aggressive driving and impaired driving. More information can be found at: https://www.savemolives.com/mcrs/show-me-zero.
  • Due to fund restrictions, we will not be able to provide reimbursement for any promotional or giveaway items. Safety items such as helmets, vests and traffic cones may still be considered.
  • Grant funds are through reimbursement only. You must have a vendor account with Missouri Buys.
    • For grants awarded, all reimbursement requests must be submitted no later than May 31, 2025.
  • Online grant application: https://www.savemolives.com/mcrs/Northwest-Region

For more information regarding grant applications, please contact Northwest Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety Coordinator Jenna Keyes at 816-387-2492, or your local regional planning commission, as noted on the application.

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