Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) Grant Program

Applying for this for someone you care for? Eleplan keeps the paperwork, dates and documents in one plan.

Start free with Eleplan

Benefit program

Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) Grant Program

Federal · FEMA · #97.161

The C-UAS Grant Program provides resources to state, local, tribal, and territorial (SLTT) agencies, first responders, and public safety entities to detect, track, identify, and—where authorized—mitigate unmanned aircraft system (UAS) threats, ensuring the safety of the public, critical infrastructure, and sensitive government operations. The program’s goals are to: 1. Strengthen national preparedness by equipping SLTT agencies with C-UAS Grant Program capabilities. 2. Protect critical infrastructure, mass gatherings, and sensitive government operations from UAS threats. 3. Support the deploym

Also known as

C-UAS

About this program

The C-UAS Grant Program provides resources to state, local, tribal, and territorial (SLTT) agencies, first responders, and public safety entities to detect, track, identify, and—where authorized—mitigate unmanned aircraft system (UAS) threats, ensuring the safety of the public, critical infrastructure, and sensitive government operations. The program’s goals are to: 1. Strengthen national preparedness by equipping SLTT agencies with C-UAS Grant Program capabilities. 2. Protect critical infrastructure, mass gatherings, and sensitive government operations from UAS threats. 3. Support the deployment of fixed or portable systems for UAS detection, tracking, identification, and—where authorized—mitigation, consistent with applicable laws.

Who can apply

State

Categories

PROJECT GRANTSProject Grants

Source: SAM.gov Assistance Listings ↗ · 2026

Informational only — official eligibility is determined by the administering agency.

Look up another benefit

Powered by Eleplan

Turn benefit information into your next steps.

Create a free care plan, then work with Ellie on an application checklist. Check the requirements before deciding whether to apply.