2024 EMS Regional Services Designation Grant Funding

The South Dakota Department of Health has announced the second round of the EMS Regional Services Designation grant opportunity, funded by the American Rescue Plan Act, aimed at supporting Emergency Medical Services (EMS) across the state. This initiative, stemming from the Regional Services Designation analysis of 2023, offers $7.5 million for EMS providers to enhance their services. Applications are open from August 1, 2024, through October 21, 2024.

Application Form         W-9 Form

Grant Application Timeline

Second and Final Grant Funding Period

• Application Opens: August 1, 2024
• Application Deadline Extension: Oct. 21st, 2024, at 5 p.m. CT
• Anticipated Notification of Funding: on or before November 15, 2024
• Anticipated Agreement Award: November 15, 2024
• Earliest RSD Funding Start: Upon agreement execution (signed by all parties)
• Initial Funding Period: November 15, 2024 - November 29, 2026